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Crystal Williams

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

Hello, my name is Crystal Williams, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Illinois. I have been a practicing clinician for 11 years and have worked in many capacities of my profession from community therapeutic setting to psychosocial groups to hospitals. I have had the privilege to work with a diverse population of clients and to execute individual, family, couples, and group counseling in my career. My clients ages ranged from neo-natal age to geriatric age group. I have also been able to work with clients from all different racial, ethnic, religious backgrounds. The clients I have had the fortunate to work with have come into services for varies reasons: Depression, Anxiety/ Panic Attacks, Stress management, Relationship issues, Parenting issues, Self- identity concerns, Moderate/Severe Mental health diagnosis with learning coping skills, LGBTQ, couples counseling, grief counseling etc… My goals for my clients are to stabilize and help clients make progress towards their goal(s) in treatment which then helps elevate their lives to be better.

I pride myself as being a therapist who is open-minded and relatable with clients. I want clients to feel comfortable being expressive of their thoughts, feelings, ideas and most important to have a safe space to feel heard and understood. My goal to learn about my clients, build rapport, and help them to the best of my ability and expertise. My best treatment approaches are collage of multiple treatment modalities such as Cognitive behavior therapy/ psychodynamic therapy/solution focused/motivational interviewing, strength based, and client centered to name a few. I utilize couple base treatment approaches, as well family treatment approaches. Services and treatment plans are created to each individualized client.

Taking the first step of recognizing that things in your life can be improved is a small victory already. I am a person committed to walk along the journey with you therefore, you are not alone for your next steps.
If you ready, let’s get started and I look forward to having the opportunity to work you.

Years Experience: 15
Location: Illinois, United States
Accepting New Clients: No
Gender: Female
Accepting international clients: No
NPI Number: 1366835316
Credentials: IL LCSW 149.019202
Languages Spoken: English
Licenses: LCSW (Illinois) #149.019202 exp 2025-11-30
List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Grief, Self esteem, Depression, Addictions, LGBT, Family, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping, Parenting, Anger, Career, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Black therapist, Therapist of color, Female therapist, Gay, Older, Non-religious, Liberal therapist
Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp
Therapist of color: Yes
Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Crystal Williams

Compassionate Illinois Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Couples and family
  • 15 years experience

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About

Crystal Williams is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Illinois with 15 years of clinical experience. She has provided care across community therapeutic settings, psychosocial groups, and hospitals, delivering individual, family, couples, and group counseling throughout her career.

Her work has spanned a wide age range, from neo-natal clients through older adults, and she has served people from diverse racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds. Individuals have sought her support for concerns such as depression, anxiety and panic attacks, stress management, relationship and parenting challenges, self-identity issues, moderate to severe mental health diagnoses that require coping skills, LGBTQ-related matters, couples counseling, and grief.

Crystal integrates a blend of therapeutic methods tailored to each person – including cognitive behavioral techniques, psychodynamic approaches, solution-focused strategies, motivational interviewing, strength-based work, and client-centered care. She also uses couple-based and family-based approaches when appropriate, and develops individualized treatment plans based on each client’s needs.

Her primary goals are to help clients stabilize and make measurable progress toward their treatment objectives so they can improve their everyday lives. She strives to be open-minded and relatable, creating a space where clients can express thoughts and feelings and feel heard and understood.

Crystal holds state licensure as a clinical social worker in Illinois (LCSW, license number IL 149.019202). Recognizing the need for change is an important first step, and she is committed to walking alongside clients through that process. When people are ready to begin, she looks forward to the opportunity to work with them.

Location: Illinois, United States
Years Experience: 15
Gender: Female
Languages Spoken: English
Therapist of Color: Yes
Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp
Currently Accepting New Clients: No
Accepting International Clients: No

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: IL LCSW 149.019202
  • NPI Number: 1366835316
  • License: LCSW (Illinois) #149.019202 exp 2025-11-30

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How much experience does Crystal Williams have?

Crystal Williams has 15 years of experience in providing therapy services.

Is Crystal Williams a licensed therapist?

Yes, Crystal Williams is a licensed clinical social worker in Illinois (LCSW, license number IL 149.019202).

In which languages does Crystal Williams provide therapy?

Crystal Williams provides therapy in English.

Where is Crystal Williams located?

Crystal Williams is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Crystal Williams as my therapist?

You can work with Crystal Williams by phone, video, live chat, or messaging.

How much does therapy with Crystal Williams cost?

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