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Crystal Kuykendall, LPC-MHSP

Licensed Tennessee therapist for anxiety and grief
  • Support for anxiety and depression
  • Trauma and grief care
  • Skill-building for life transitions

About Crystal Kuykendall

Crystal Kuykendall is a licensed therapist practicing in Tennessee who offers thoughtful, targeted care for people facing depression, anxiety, stress, and major life transitions. She holds the LPC-MHSP credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health Service Provider, and focuses on creating a supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences and build practical coping skills.

Her work often centers on helping young adults and women, and she has particular experience with mood disorders, social anxiety, and post-traumatic stress. Crystal supports clients dealing with panic attacks, caregiver stress, postpartum challenges, grief, and the emotional fallout of relationship and family difficulties. She also assists those working to improve self-esteem, communication, and social connection.

Crystal’s approach emphasizes understanding each person’s unique journey while offering evidence-based techniques and genuine empathy. She helps clients cultivate self-love, strengthen resilience, and develop tools for managing everyday stress and longer-term recovery. By combining practical strategies with compassionate listening, Crystal aims to guide people toward meaningful, sustainable change and renewed personal strength.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficulties

Additional Focus Areas

Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Crystal Kuykendall have?

Crystal Kuykendall has 5 years of experience.

Is Crystal Kuykendall a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC-MHSP credential. License details: TN LPC-MHSP 6454.

In which languages does Crystal Kuykendall provide therapy?

Crystal Kuykendall provides therapy in English.

Where is Crystal Kuykendall located?

She is located in Tennessee.

How can I work with Crystal Kuykendall as my therapist?

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

Does Crystal Kuykendall work with international clients?

Crystal Kuykendall does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Crystal Kuykendall 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 uses client-centered therapy to prioritize each person's values and experiences, creating space for individuals to lead the conversation while a therapist reflects and supports personal growth - this approach is helpful for self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship concerns.

She also applies cognitive behavioral therapy - CBT - which focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT is commonly used to address anxiety, depression, panic attacks, and many everyday coping challenges.

For clients with trauma-related symptoms, Crystal incorporates EMDR to help process distressing memories and reduce their current emotional impact when appropriate. EMDR is often selected for post-traumatic stress and persistent trauma responses.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Licensed professionals and therapists work with each client to consider symptoms, goals, and preferences, and adjust methods over time to find the best fit.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can happen by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy schedules and to access support from different locations. These options allow clients to engage in consistent treatment while tailoring the format to what feels most comfortable and accessible.

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