Krystal Bates, LCSW
Empowering LCSW supporting millennial women through transitions
- Trauma-informed care
- Millennial women focus
- Prioritizes women of color
About Krystal Bates
In her private practice, Therapy with Krystal, she focuses on millennial women who are managing difficult life changes and working to heal from complex trauma. She prioritizes women of color while remaining open to working with people of all allied races and genders. Her approach blends holistic, client-centered care with evidence-informed techniques to address symptoms and the stories that surround them.
Krystal emphasizes creating a compassionate space where clients can explore their experiences with curiosity and positive regard. She partners with each person to foster growth, strengthen self-connection, and build practical coping skills that support balance, peace, and greater fulfillment. Her work often touches on communication challenges, forgiveness, guilt and shame, life purpose, multicultural concerns, post-traumatic stress, and issues specific to women.
More information about her practice and services is available at https://www.therapywithkrystal.com.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Krystal Bates have?
Krystal Bates has 11 years of experience as a clinical social worker.
Is Krystal Bates a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LCSW credential. License details are FL LCSW SW15237 and CA LCSW LCSW110501.
In which languages does Krystal Bates provide therapy?
Krystal Bates provides therapy in English.
Where is Krystal Bates located?
Krystal Bates is located in California.
How can I work with Krystal Bates as my therapist?
You can work with Krystal Bates through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Krystal Bates work with international clients?
Krystal Bates does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Krystal Bates 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.
Integrating therapeutic approaches with flexible online care
Krystal frequently uses client-centered therapy, which places the client’s experience and goals at the core of the work; this approach emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration to help individuals build self-understanding and agency. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another common tool she employs - it helps identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches practical skills to reduce anxiety, manage stress, and improve mood. Mindfulness therapy is also part of her toolkit, offering simple practices to increase present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity, which can be especially helpful for trauma responses and chronic worry.
Deciding which approach or combination of approaches will be most effective is part of the therapeutic process. Krystal works collaboratively with clients to assess needs, clarify goals, and adapt methods so the care fits each person’s preferences, culture, and life context. Licensed professionals and therapists often tailor interventions over time as progress unfolds.
Online therapy with Krystal supports engagement through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility to connect from different locations and schedules. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during life transitions and to access therapy in ways that suit individual routines and comfort levels.