Available

she/her

Crystal Waites
LMHC

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Scheduling available for:
NC, AZ, and VA

Nice to meet you

Welcome, I’m glad you’re here. Beginning therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. This is a safe, compassionate space to explore what’s weighing on you—anxiety, people-pleasing, self-doubt, trauma, or parenting challenges. Together, we’ll uncover what’s beneath the surface, build coping tools, strengthen boundaries, and create meaningful change at a pace that feels right. You’ll be met with warmth, respect, and support as you rediscover your strengths and move toward an empowered version of yourself.

About Crystal

Location

Virtual, North Carolina

Insurance Accepted

Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Centivo, Blue Shield of North Carolina, Out-of-pocket

Communication Style

Authentic, Calming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Focus areas

ADHD, Anger Issues, Animal Loss, Anxiety, Burnout, Caregiver Burnout, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Family Conflict (1 adult in session), Grief, Individual Therapy, Life Transitions, Panic, Relationship Concerns (1 adult in session), Sleep, Stress

Experienced with

Asian / Pacific Islander community, BIPOC, Black community, Blended families, First responders, Geriatric clients, Neurodivergence, Parents, Students, Veterans

Years of Experience

19+
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You’ll be met with warmth, respect, and support as you rediscover your strengths and move toward an empowered version of yourself.

License number

#6638

Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused
  • Strengths-Based

Languages Spoken

English

Education

MA - School Counseling, Eastern University

Interests

Reading, traveling, socializing, and being active in the community.