Krystal has been an important part of my life for a few years now. She has helped me tremendously.
Krystal Bates, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Krystal is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Krystal. View 10 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida and California
Recent reviews
With Dra Kris I feel like I have a therapist and a life coach , I’ve seen changes in my life.
More about Krystal
- 9 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I know, for many people, it takes a great deal of courage to seek professional help and I would like to take a moment to honor and commend you for taking the first step in your journey of healing. Finding the right therapist to help facilitate and support your journey is of utmost importance in getting effective and lasting results. With this in mind, I have provided some information about me in order to help you decide if my experience and style is the right match for you.
I have worked with individuals, children, and families from a wide range of backgrounds throughout my career. However, I specialize in treating women struggling with anxiety, life transitions, self-love, and healthy relationships. In addition, as a biracial woman of color, I especially enjoy helping people work through multicultural concerns. I deeply honor each person's individuality and unique life experiences. For this reason, my treatment method is tailored to fit the needs of each individual I work with.
The feedback I have received from clients is that they find me to be warm, empathetic, laidback and light-hearted. My clients have also told me that they appreciate my honest, direct, yet compassionate communication style. When working with me, you can expect a respectful, open and non-judgmental setting. I believe each individual is the expert on their own life and I view our working relationship as a collaborative partnership. I am simply here to provide empowerment, insight and support in your healing process.
Psychotherapy can be very beneficial, but only if you are committed to putting in the work. As the old saying goes, “You get out what you put in.” With that said, as your therapist, I vow to be your biggest cheerleader along the way. I am here for you, I believe in you, and I look forward to witnessing you achieve all of the therapeutic goals you set or yourself!
Best wishes,
Krystal
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
LGBT
Relationship issues
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Coaching
Body image
Communication problems
Family of origin issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Life purpose
Multicultural concerns
Self-love
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Krystal Bates's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720584808.
- LCSW · Florida · SW15237 · Expires March 2025
- LCSW · California · LCSW110501 · Expires September 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Krystal Bates
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Krystal has been an important part of my life for a few years now. She has helped me tremendously.
With Dra Kris I feel like I have a therapist and a life coach , I’ve seen changes in my life.
I’ve been working with Krystal for almost a year and she has helped me grow so much. I’ve taken steps to reconcile past trauma and am working towards a brighter happier future.
Krystal has become a trusted confidant and counselor. I appreciate everything she has done to help me work on myself.
Krystal is an amazing counselor and a great listener. She asks all the right questions to get the gears turning. I’m glad I matched with her to help guide me to make better decisions and understand the choices I make.
I’ve been in therapy before, but my favorite thing about Krystal is that she listens, understands, and also finds a way to follow it with tools that help you get to where you need. She has made online therapy feel very personal and easy to do. In just a short time, it felt like she knew me and I definitely trust her to not just tell me what I want to hear, rather what I need.
Krystal is amazing! Although I have only been seeing her for a month or so she has already changed my life dramatically. I’m more aware of the areas I need to focus and I feel like Krystal has given me lots of tools to help me focus on those areas. She’s supportive while still holding me accountable which is exactly what I need. So grateful to have found her and so thankful to her for helping me make my health and happiness a priority.
Krystal makes me feel comfortable, like talking with a sister that’s also your best friend. She’s kind and accurate in her responses.
First off, God bless her heart, her work and everything she does! She is truly a genuine candidate for this line of work. From her smile to her realness she is just a whole package and I am honored to have had her as my therapist. She allowed me to just be me and challenged me in many ways to see the best part of myself and stick with that emotion or feeling. She has showed me places of myself I never knew existed or forgot it was there. I'm so sad to let her go but I am blessed to have the little time and energy we have exchanged. May she always be uplifted, protected and blessed in many ways and may she continue to shine her light on those she interacts with! Thank you for this opportunity ☺️ many love and blessings to all of you
I’ve only met with Krystal brown a few times. My experience so far has been amazing. Krystal makes you feel like you’re talking to a friend but someone with expertise. She has made it easy for me to understand and communicate properly. My life has been so much more peaceful with the tools she has given me.
Frequently asked questions
Does Krystal Bates offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Krystal Bates works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Krystal Bates speak?
Krystal Bates speaks English.
How many years of experience does Krystal Bates have?
Krystal Bates has 9 years of experience.
Where is Krystal Bates licensed to practice?
Krystal Bates is licensed to practice in Florida and California.
Does Krystal Bates accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Krystal Bates does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Krystal Bates offer?
Krystal Bates offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Krystal Bates?
Krystal Bates can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Krystal Bates?
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