Krystal Johnson, LCSW - Therapist at Grow Therapy

Krystal Johnson

Krystal Johnson

(she/her)

LCSW
15 years of experience
Virtual

My name is Krystal Johnson, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I earned my Master of Social Work degree, specializing in Children, Youth and Families, from California State University, Hayward, in 2011 and received my Licensure in 2015. A little bit about me- wife and mother of 4, Licensed Zumba Instructor, Musician, & love to scrapbook! I enjoy working with individuals and couples in meeting their goals!

Get to know me

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

In our first session together, we will start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you are facing. This will help me create goals and interventions for us to work through in follow up sessions.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I've worked in many different settings with individuals, couples and families who have a variety of personal issues such as depression/anxiety, stress, family problems, trauma/abuse, relationships/parenting and more. Throughout the years as a clinician, my experience has taught me that the most important aspect of counseling by far is the connection, rapport and comfort you feel with the person you choose to share your most vulnerable thoughts.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

Individuals, Couples. Those needing support around depression, anxiety and/or grief. Dealing with Work Stress, Family Stress.

About Krystal Johnson

Krystal Johnson offers therapy covered by Blue Shield of California - Medi-Cal, Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan (Medi-Cal), CalViva Health (Medi-Cal), Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley (Medi-Cal), Gold Coast Health Plan (Medi-Cal), Health Net (Medi-Cal), Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medi-Cal, L.A. Care Health Plan (Medi-Cal), Partnership HealthPlan of California (Medi-Cal), San Francisco Health Plan (Medi-Cal) and Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medi-Cal in California.

I identify as

Specialties

DepressionGriefAnxietyChild or AdolescentCrisis InterventionSelf Esteem

Serves ages

Teenagers (13 to 17)

Licensed in

Accepts

Cash - $120 per sessionAetnaAll SaversAnthemAvMedBlue CrossBlue ShieldBlue Shield (MHSA) MagellanBlue Shield of California - Medi-CalBlue Shield of California Promise Health Plan (Medi-Cal)CalViva Health (Medi-Cal)Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)CignaCommunity Health Plan of Imperial Valley (Medi-Cal)EAP:CignaEAP:EvernorthEAP:UnitedHealthcare/OptumEvernorthGold Coast Health Plan (Medi-Cal)Golden RuleHarvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcareHealth Net (Medi-Cal)Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medi-CalL.A. Care CoveredL.A. Care Covered DirectL.A. Care Health Plan (Medi-Cal)L.A. Care PASC-SEIUOptumOptumHealth Complex Medical ConditionsOscarOxfordPartnership HealthPlan of California (Medi-Cal)San Francisco Health Plan (Medi-Cal)Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medi-CalScripps Health PlanSharp Health PlanSurest (formerly Bind)Tufts Health/CignaUnited Medical ResourcesUnitedHealthcare Life InsuranceUnitedHealthcare Shared ServicesUnitedHealthcare StudentResourcesUnitedHealthcare/Optum

Appointments

Virtual

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Support clients with understanding the benefits of CBT and discuss coping strategies.

Couples Counseling

Some of my approaches include Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), the Gottman Method, and Imago Relationship Therapy. The above focus on improving communication, resolving conflict, addressing underlying issues, and fostering emotional connection.

Grief Therapy

Grief therapy methods that I use include psychotherapy, techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT). I also have used methods that include support groups, creative expression, and empathetic listening.