Kristen Crooymans
Licensed Therapist, MA, LMFT
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Therapy can feel intimidating at first, but we all start somewhere, and we all need a little help sometimes. I want you to feel heard and understood as we work toward your goals together. I value learning about the diverse narratives and experiences people have, and I enjoy helping my Members set goals, stick with them, and celebrate their progress. I also have experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and autism, and working with LGBTQ+ communities and families impacted by domestic violence and foster care.
Therapy can feel intimidating at first, but we all start somewhere, and we all need a little help sometimes. I want you to feel heard and understood as we work toward your goals together. I value learning about the diverse narratives and experiences people have, and I enjoy helping my Members set goals, stick with them, and celebrate their progress. I also have experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and autism, and working with LGBTQ+ communities and families impacted by domestic violence and foster care.
Location
Licensed in California
About
Clinical Expertise
OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Phobias, Skin picking, Hair pulling, Nail biting, Tics, Children and Adolescents
Education
Chapman University
Insurance
Plans accepted by Kristen
Aetna, Ascension SmartHealth, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont, Blue Shield of California, Cigna, ClaimDOC, Claritev (MultiPlan) PHCS, Curative, Forest County Potawatomi, GEHA, Horizon BCBS, Independence Blue Cross, Kaiser - Northern California Region, Kaiser - Southern California Region, Medical Mutual, Meritain Health, Oscar Health, Partners Direct Health, Positive Healthcare, UHC Student Services, UMR, UMR - The Alliance, United Health Care Student Services, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Shared Services, Western Health Advantage,
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Get to know Kristen
Why I became a therapist
I became a therapist because I wanted to help people and better understand the different narratives and experiences they encounter. I decided to specialize in OCD because I have family members and friends who experience OCD symptoms and have difficulty managing them. It became both personal and professional for me to learn how to become a more effective therapist so people can improve their lives and reach their full potential.
How I create a safe, supportive environment in therapy
Creating a safe, supportive environment is very important to me. I want every one of my Members to feel understood, heard, and welcomed. And although therapy may feel intimidating at first, I believe it is effective and worthwhile.
My approach to treatment
My background has encouraged me to lean into trauma-based therapy, and I understand that OCD can exist alongside PTSD and other experiences. My experience also includes working with individuals with autism, families affected by domestic violence, anxiety, depression, and trauma, allowing me to meet my Members with a broad range of experiences.
My message to you if you're considering therapy
Starting therapy can feel scary, but we all start somewhere. We all need a little help sometimes, and I encourage you to begin this process for yourself—it can strengthen your relationships, help you work toward your goals, and create the life you want.
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