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Crystal Willson, LMHC

Licensed LMHC focusing on stress and addiction
  • Warm collaborative approach
  • Addictions and trauma
  • Skills for everyday life

About Crystal Willson

Crystal Willson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Florida who brings years of experience supporting people through life’s difficult moments. She has worked in the mental health and substance use fields since 2006, offering care for concerns that include depression, anxiety, relationship and family challenges, substance use disorders, trauma and abuse, grief, and mood disorders. Crystal earned a Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of South Florida in 2006 and a Master of Science from Troy University in 2008. She completed a Certified Addiction Professional credential in 2011 and earned her LMHC license in 2015.

Her clinical approach is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion without stigmatizing labels. She blends motivational interviewing techniques with cognitive-behavioral methods and other practical strategies to help clients develop skills and create solutions for everyday challenges. Treatment is tailored to each person’s unique needs, with dialogue and plans adapted to individual goals and circumstances.

Crystal has supported people facing a wide range of issues, from caregiver stress, codependency, and communication problems to bipolar disorder, panic attacks, and recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. She emphasizes growth and learning across all life stages and seeks to empower clients as they explore change and pursue greater well-being.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Caregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionGuilt and shameImpulsivityLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Crystal Willson have?

Crystal Willson has 13 years of experience working in the mental health and substance use fields.

Is Crystal Willson a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). License details: FL LMHC MH13762.

In which languages does Crystal Willson provide therapy?

Crystal provides therapy in English.

Where is Crystal Willson located?

Crystal is located in Florida.

How can I work with Crystal Willson as my therapist?

You can work with Crystal Willson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Crystal Willson work with international clients?

Crystal Willson does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Crystal Willson cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Crystal draws on several evidence-informed approaches to guide online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical strategies for anxiety, depression, stress, and mood regulation. Motivational Interviewing emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental conversation to support motivation for change, which can be especially useful for addictions and ambivalence about life changes. Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes the person’s perspective, creating a respectful, empathetic environment that helps people feel heard and supported as they explore goals and values.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Crystal works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts the plan as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to access consistent care from a licensed professional. These formats offer flexibility for scheduling, allow work to continue around busy lives or caregiving responsibilities, and let clients choose the communication style that suits them best.

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