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Krystal Handy

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Krystal Handy, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in CA More info Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, LMFTs, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

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Hi there, I'm Krystal!

I am a Doctor of Marriage and Family Therapy with nearly 17 years of experience in human services and 15 years in mental health care. My foundation in multicultural studies and my past experience as a domestic violence legal advocate inform my current approach to clinical practice. I have worked with a wide range of individuals from all walks of life. I have also treated a wide range of clinical problems that keep people stuck. I have worked with men, women, and children who have survived traumatic experiences, along with couple and family relational problems, the transient population, and those with chronic medical problems. With my training and experience, I am very committed to helping individuals, couples, and families live their best life now!

My approach

Approaches are not limited to Individual Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Narrative Therapy, Person-Centered, Solution-Focused Therapy, and other Trauma-Informed Approaches.

My focus

Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) Communities Christian Faith Community, and Acculturated/Migrated Communities.

My communication style

My communication style is direct and assertive, with an infusion of tactfulness, compassion, genuineness, and respect.

About Krystal

Specialities

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
  • Life Transitions
  • Divorce
  • Racial Trauma

Methods

  • Trauma Focused
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Interpersonal
  • Christian Counseling

Practice

License

  • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) More info Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, LMFTs, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Accepted insurance providers

  • Aetna, Cigna, Optum, Anthem, MHN, Kaiser Permanente (Southern Ca), Tricare West, Blue Shield of CA, and Kaiser Medicare Advantage (Southern Ca)

Languages spoken

  • English

Experience

  • 17 years of experience

Education

  • MA in Marriage and Family Therapy at Pacific Lutheran University, PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy at Northcentral University

Session Information

  • Video session
  • 60 minutes

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