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Rated 4.9 stars out of 5, 44 ratings

Krystal West

LCSW, 18 years of experience

Authentic
Solution oriented
Empowering
Virtual
Next available on

About me

I have over 19 years of experience of experience in the social services field. I received my Master of Social Work from the illustrious Alabama A&M University in 2006. Currently as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker I have focused my skill set on mental health. I believe in meeting the client where they are at and being compassionate in order to establish relationships to promote client growth.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

Has the journey of life been an uphill battle? Has the twist and turns caused you to lose focus on your path? If so, I would love to help. There is no roadmap to a happy and fulfilling life. However, many of us have the tools and the strength to make it through life's difficult circumstances. Together we will build self-efficacy. Therapy structured and focused on you. Out of the box thinking and perspectives is what makes my sessions so unique. Accept this standing ovation!!!!!! You've taken the first step to healing!!!! IT'S ONLY UP FROM HERE!!!!!!

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I specialize in helping individuals who may have experienced trauma, depression, divorce, anxiety, crisis, anger management issues, grief/loss and relationship issues to name a few. Life has no cookie cutter; however, we will utilize the holistic approach to healing.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I specialize in helping individuals who may have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, crisis, anger management issues, grief/loss and relationship issues to name a few. Life has no cookie cutter; however, we will utilize the holistic approach to healing.

Specialties

Top specialties

Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions

Other specialties

Career Counseling
Family Conflict
Family Therapy
Foster Care/Adoption
Military/Veterans
Mood Disorders
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Self Esteem
Women's Issues

I identify as

Black / African American
Woman

Serves ages

Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Teenagers (13 to 17)

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

It is important to grasp the concept that our thoughts control our feelings which in turn controls our actions.

Grief Therapy

Understanding that grief can be a lifelong process aids in finding peace in the feeling of loss.

Motivational Interviewing

Belieivng that change is possible, listening with empathy and empowerment is the core.

Narrative

Allowing the client to tell their story is beneficial to processing feelings.

Location

Virtual

Licensed in

Georgia

Accepts

Aetna
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - WebTPA
All Savers
Ambetter Health
Anthem
Blue Cross Blue Shield
AvMed
Cash - $95 per session
Cigna
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
Kaiser Permanente
Kaiser Permanente - Medicare
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
WellCare of Georgia
Rated 4.9 stars out of 5, 44 ratings

3 ratings with written reviews

May 15, 2025

Krystal was amazing, very open minded, she listen very well. I was able to talk to her openly, she made me comfortable, I love her energy.

Verified client, age 45-54

Review shared after session 1 with Krystal

February 28, 2025

I wish I could select more than Authentic and Humorous. Krystal is all of the above and more when it comes to being a great therapist. She challenges me in creative and thought-provoking ways and tells it like it is while maintaining a warm and caring tone. I really appreciate her patience for my nonsense as well because I stay saying ridiculous things so I'm glad she can laugh with me.

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 5 with Krystal

February 7, 2025

She was great. A great listener; she gave great advice and I will definitely be keeping her. Very knowledgeable and very confident in what she does…

Verified client, age 35-44

Review shared after session 1 with Krystal