Crystal Crim

Crystal Crim, LPC is a native of Alabama and graduated from Minor High School. Crystal received her Bachelor of Science (Social Sciences) and Master of Education (Counseling and Guidance) from the University of Montevallo. Presently, Mrs. Crim is completing her Doctorate in Counseling, Education, and Supervision from Walden University.

Crystal Crim practices Person Centered Therapy as her primary therapeutic approach, which she calls her “fruit bowl.” This is the approach she uses with all clients as it offers each person unconditional positive regard, empathy, and genuineness. Depending on each clients needs, Crystal will utilize different techniques and tools to support them on their journey. These techniques and tools are the “fruit” within the bowl. Techniques and tools used include Reality Therapy, TF-CBT, trauma narrative, and artistic expression, to name a few.

Crystal sees individuals ages five and up for following issues and needs:

Ages 4 to 13 (In-person only):

-Trauma processing using Trauma-Focused CBT for children and adolescents who have experienced or witnessed any form of primary or secondary abuse or trauma, including physical, sexual, emotional, verbal, and mental abuse.-Evaluation and assessment of mental health concerns-IEP/504 Assessments and Support

Ages 14 and Over (In-person and Telehealth available):-Evaluation and assessment of mental health concerns-IEP/504 Assessments and Support-Developing healthy communication and boundaries-Emotional assessment, regulation, and expression-Relationship and family stressors and stress management