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Crystal Ellis, LSCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Crystal is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Crystal. View 15 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Kansas, Missouri, and 1 more

Recent reviews

Crystal is simply the best, she has a giant heart and a great listener she also holds me accountable to what my goals are and gently pushes me to be the best version of me. I appreciate every minute of her time!

Reviewed July 2024

I've had 3 sessions with my therapist so far, I wondered if I would continue with the service and I am. She has done an incredible job of listening and providing feedback. She creates a space where I feel comfortable sharing everything that bothers me so we can do the work & find solutions. She gives me additional resources as needed. We set goals to work on until I see her next. She is very encouraging and celebrates my wins with me.

Reviewed June 2024

More about Crystal

  • 12 years' experience
  • Female
  • LSCSW, LCSW

Hi there! Thanks for stopping by to check out my page as you search to find the very best fit for yourself on this journey! Let's get to it.

I am a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW) and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). I am licensed in the state of Kansas and Missouri and work part-time as a Yoga Therapist, RYT 200. I have 12 years of clinical experience and have worked with individuals of all ages facing a multitude of challenges including depression, anxiety, ADHD, mood disorders, parenting concerns, gender identity needs, relationship issues, self esteem and overcoming everyday stressors. I enjoy providing education regarding the impacts of childhood trauma and how to use that information to better understand ourselves and how to heal moving forward. I believe the more in-tune we are with ourselves the better equipped we are to make positive and lasting changes in life.

My therapeutic approach is holistic in nature. I believe the most important aspect is meeting clients where they are. You know yourself better than anyone and it is your intention, purpose and goal that matters most in this work. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space allowing people to be themselves while feeling supported and encouraged to create and maintain the life they want. I utilize various therapeutic approaches based on goals of my clients and their individual needs.

If you feel we would work well together I look forward to getting to know you more. If you go a different direction I wish you all the best in your journey!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression ADHD Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Adoption and foster care Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Communication problems Control issues Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Emptiness Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Self-harm Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Women's issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Crystal Ellis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811249048.

  • LSCSW · Kansas · 4761 · Expires January 2026
  • LCSW · Missouri · 2022021360 · Expires September 2025
  • LCSW · Oklahoma · 21113 · Expires December 2024

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Crystal Ellis

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

15 reviews

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Clients mention: The best Comfortable Great Understand Helpful Helped Listens Recommend Supportive Wonderful

Crystal is simply the best, she has a giant heart and a great listener she also holds me accountable to what my goals are and gently pushes me to be the best version of me. I appreciate every minute of her time!

Reviewed July 2024

I've had 3 sessions with my therapist so far, I wondered if I would continue with the service and I am. She has done an incredible job of listening and providing feedback. She creates a space where I feel comfortable sharing everything that bothers me so we can do the work & find solutions. She gives me additional resources as needed. We set goals to work on until I see her next. She is very encouraging and celebrates my wins with me.

Reviewed June 2024

Crystal was very in tune with my needs from the first time we spoke. She made my first experience with therapy a great one. I highly recommend her to anyone.

Reviewed June 2024

I gotta say the first appointment using this app and crystals services had me nervous and overwhelmed didnt know what to expect what would happen, thankfully when she called she introduced herself, and explained how the process worked, we talked about other things at first and that really helped calm me down alot and connect with her since it wasnt a LETS GET TO IT, ATTACK ATTACK attitude and that made me feel comfortable and start communicating better with her i told her my situation and she told me a few things we would work on and how they would help me get to where i neede, over all ive had a great experience and felt comfortable talking to her she listens shes, supportive 10/10 experience made me not afraid of therapy.

Reviewed April 2024

Crystal is a wonderful combination of knowledge, empathy and compassion. She validates my concerns and helps me understand the complicated factors at play in mental health.

Reviewed March 2024

She is simply the best! Always so helpful and friendly. She puts things in a perspective that I can more easily understand.

Reviewed March 2024

She really understands what are short term and long term issues and has different ways of helping me deal with them based on how they are affecting me. I recently found myself being really able to speak without internally holding back. very good therapist.

Reviewed February 2024

Crystal is by far the best therapist I have ever had.

Reviewed February 2024

Crystal has a way of making you feel comfortable and able to be open. She is active in conversations but still takes in everything you say and makes you feel heard and understood. I’ve only had her a short time but she’s given me many useful tools that get me through my day in a much better state of mind and more at peace with what’s going on around me

Reviewed February 2024

Crystal is indispensable for me as I go through my current set of life’s trials. She’s a blessing to have in my life.

Reviewed January 2024

Crystal is simply the best, she’s very compassionate and very passionate about what she does. She is always willing to work with schedule changes and finds time in her busy day to message on BetterHelp nearly daily. She is super easy to talk to and always there keep me going the right direction. There isn’t a bad thing I could think of about my experience with her. I’m very grateful to have been assigned her.

Reviewed November 2023

Crystal is absolutely amazing to say the least. She is the most supportive and helpful therapist I have ever seen. She creates a wonderful environment and provides me with material to learn and grow from my trauma. I would recommend Crystal to anyone in need of a therapist, she will exceed any expectations you have!!

Reviewed November 2023

Crystal is extremely knowledgeable and I feel every session we have I learn more efficient ways to handle scenarios

Reviewed November 2023

Crystal is extremely responsive, helpful in redirecting during appointments but not pushy, provides great strategies and listens fully.

Reviewed November 2023

Having had a single experience with therapy before Crystal, part of me came into this with an open mind and part of me didn't understand why I needed to talk to a therapist in the first place. I had a bad experience with another therapist before and was skeptical about how this would go. Since starting therapy with her, Crystal has helped to remove much of the doubt I had before talking with her about what therapy would be like. I've been learning new ways to think of things and situations I thought I saw from all angles. She's been able to bring to light a new perspective on life events I felt I'd gotten past. She's encouraged me to see the positive in my choice to come to therapy and that open-mindedness about seeing a therapist has since doubled in appreciation. I enjoy it, I seek it more now and I feel lighter because of her insight and knowledge and her perspective on how she explains things which, in turn, helps me to understand myself better which is exactly what I need from someone whom I'm asking for help. Thank you, Crystal! I appreciate you!

Reviewed March 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Crystal Ellis offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Crystal Ellis works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Crystal Ellis speak?

Crystal Ellis speaks English.

How many years of experience does Crystal Ellis have?

Crystal Ellis has 12 years of experience.

Where is Crystal Ellis licensed to practice?

Crystal Ellis is licensed to practice in Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma.

Does Crystal Ellis accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Crystal Ellis does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Crystal Ellis offer?

Crystal Ellis offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Crystal Ellis?

Crystal Ellis can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Crystal Ellis?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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