Currently accepting new clients
Hi, I’m Crystal!
So glad you’re here! I love to spend time with my daughter, travel new places and have lived in several places around the country. I adore Arizona and plan to make this my permanent home. I understand what it’s like to have to transition in many different aspects of life as an adoptive parent and individual.
Perhaps you found yourself to my page because you’re feeling tired or lost and are in need of a safe space to process your latest challenges. Maybe you are a parent who is adopting or struggling with your child's emotions and behaviors. I offer a warm and down to earth approach to counseling and hold a nonjudgmental, empathic space to help you navigate whatever stressors you're facing.
Whether you're a parent, teen or adult, I am here to offer compassion and hold space for you. I enjoy working with teens and adults and use a variety of cognitive and play therapy approaches.
I believe that our relationship is collaborative and that you have inner-strengths, helping you figure them out and empowering you along the way. When you feel seen, heard and understood, you can gain freedom, confidence and make more genuine and healthy choices in your life. I would be honored to help you get there!
Contact me at crystal@olivebranchcounselingaz.com
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Acceptance & Commitment
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Multicultural Counseling
Person-Centered Therapy
Play Therapy
Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT)
Reality Therapy
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Addiction/Substance Use
Adoption
Behavioral Issues
Bipolar Disorder
Career Counseling
Chronic Pain
Communication
Coping Skills
Grief
Life Transitions
Military Families
Mood Disorders
Peer Relationships
Prison/Jail/Corrections
Racial Identity
Self Esteem
Sleep or Insomnia
Spirituality
Veterans
Women's Issues
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I received my undergraduate degree from Johnson C . Smith University in 1990 and my graduate degree in Counseling from Eastern University in 2004.
My education, professional training and experience have prepared me to provide counseling using an array of treatment modalities to include: Active listening, role-play, simulation, parent-child interactive sessions, behavioral assignments, activity monitoring, thought recording and other individualized counseling services.
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Individual Therapy - Ages 8+: Discover a safe and supportive space for personal growth and exploration tailored to individuals aged 8 and above.
Although I do not provide couples or family work, I do supplemental work with the system to support the client or child I am working with.
Telehealth and In-Office Sessions: Enjoy the flexibility of accessing therapy through both telehealth and in-office sessions, accommodating your preferences and needs.
Lyra Approved: I am an approved Lyra EAP provider and can provide therapy for folks in Arizona, North Carolina and Virginia, where I hold licensure.
What it’s like to work with me.
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My foundation is based in Person-Centered therapy where I believe you have inner-strengths and wisdom within you.
I pull from a variety of techniques including role-play, simulation, parent-child interaction, behavioral assignments, activity monitoring, thought records and provide individualized, eclectic approaches to fit your personality and learning style.
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I have been told I have gentle, playful and warm personality. I'm patient and will give you as much time as you need to get all your thoughts out. I love to use laughter and humor to lighten things up when we need it.
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I work with a variety of ages from young children to older adults. My clients are typically dealing with family or relationship stressors, mood disorders or are in the process of adoption or fostering.
My child and adolescent clients are usually needing to process balancing family, school and peer dynamics.
