she/her
Crystal Schmidt
LCSW
Location
Virtual, California
Insurance Accepted
Anthem Blue Cross Of CA, Aetna, Health Net/MHN, Cigna/Evernorth, Blue Shield of California
Communication Style
Authentic, Challenging, Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Focus areas
Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Burnout, Depression, Family Conflict, LGBTQ+, Relationship Concerns, Self-Harm, Sexual Assault/Sexual Abuse, Stress, Trauma, Women's Issues, Workplace Stress
Experienced with
BIPOC, Asian / Pacific Islander community, First responders, Non-monogamous relationships, LGBTQ+
Years of Experience
8+
Using evidence-based practices, I strive to support, encourage, educate, and empower my clients.
License number
#74816
Therapy style
I work to provide a non-judgmental atmosphere and safe space to work through a vast array of potentially difficult and stigmatizing issues. Using evidence-based practices, I strive to support, encourage, educate, and empower my clients.
The basis of using a more eclectic therapeutic style is in my understanding that everyone is different and therapy is not a "one size fits all" practice, and I strive to be sensitive to each person's individual needs. I'm experienced in working with individuals who are active in polyamory/open/casual relationships. I also work with individuals who struggle with gender identity concerns, abuse and trauma (sexual, verbal, physical, emotional), PTSD, depression, anxiety, women's and men's issues, and sexual desire/intimacy/dysfunctions.
Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Harm Reduction
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Psychodynamic
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Education
MSW - Social Work, Loma Linda University
Interests
Spending time with friends and wine tasting