Crystal Nielsen
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
California therapists accepting new clients
Claudia SantiagoLCSW · 12 years experienceCoping with life changes · Stress, Anxiety · Self esteemWork with Claudia
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About Crystal
As a licensed therapist with over a decade of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on helping clients work through challenges like depression, anxiety, grief, and life transitions. I’m passionate about guiding people toward deeper self-understanding and personal growth.
My therapeutic approach centers on building self-love, improving communication skills, and addressing social challenges like isolation and social anxiety. I create a compassionate space where clients can explore feelings of guilt and shame, develop forgiveness, and reconnect with their sense of life purpose.
Drawing from evidence-based practices, I work collaboratively with each individual to develop personalized strategies for emotional healing and personal empowerment. My goal is to support you in discovering your inner strength, building resilience, and creating meaningful change in your life.
What Crystal helps with
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Stress, Anxiety
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- Communication problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
What clients say
- “I’m only two sessions in but I’d like to say that both times left me feeling better than when I showed up. She’s really good at what she does. I felt heard, welcomed, and respected. She’s not just professional but she’s also someone who could relate to. I’d definitely recommend her.”
- “This is my first time reaching out to a therapist and I am grateful that I have Crystal Nielsen as my first therapist. She listens and provides great advice and I feel very comfortable with her. Thank you so much!”
- “I love how she validates my experiences and allows me to see things in a different way.”
These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.