Therapist profile
Chrystal Westbrook, LPC
Michigan
Licensed Professional Counselor - Relationships and Anger
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- CredentialsLPC
- LicenseLPC, Michigan / 6401012818
- NPI1821489261
- Experience13 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationMichigan
About
- CBT methods
- ACT approaches
- Sexual concerns
About Chrystal
Chrystal Westbrook is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan with 13 years of clinical experience. She works with individuals and couples on concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress, grief, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and anger. Sessions are conducted in English and she accepts international clients.
She focuses on practical skills clients can use day to day. That includes communication tools, techniques for managing strong emotions, and approaches to rebuild trust after hurt. She also addresses sexual concerns, body image, and chronic pain linked to intimacy problems.
Chrystal uses a mix of evidence-informed methods rather than a single method. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) are parts of her work. She also draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) and client-centered principles to guide conversations about relationships and feelings.
Her background includes work with trauma, domestic violence, and sexual trauma, and she has supported people dealing with caregiver stress, blended family issues, and non-monogamous relationship dynamics. Chrystal aims to offer clear tools for coping, problem solving, and communicating under pressure.
Practical steps are emphasized in sessions: identifying what makes anger flare, testing small behavior changes, and practicing new ways of talking about needs. She describes therapy as collaborative and focuses on what clients want to change next.
To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Chrystal draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to guide online work. CBT focuses on identifying thought and behavior patterns that fuel anger and anxiety, then testing practical changes in daily life. ACT emphasizes noticing inner experiences and choosing actions that align with personal values, useful when frustration or resentment build up.She also uses client-centered techniques to keep the conversation centered on the client's concerns and goals, making room for whatever issue is most pressing. Figuring out which approach fits best is a collaborative process - she will help weigh options and adjust methods based on your needs and preferences.
The original biography did not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, cut travel time, and allow for check-ins that focus on practical skill practice. For someone managing strong emotions, online work can support short skills rehearsals, homework review, and planning real-world experiments between sessions without requiring extra time to get to an office.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, grief, addictions, anger, and related concerns listed in her specialties.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is practical and skills-focused, using evidence-informed techniques to build tools for everyday life and relationships.
How much experience does she have?
She has 13 years of clinical experience working in Michigan on mental health and relationship concerns.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Michigan and practices from that state.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients; confirm any practical details before booking.
What session formats does she offer?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first appointment?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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