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Cristal Castillo

Therapist
4 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Trauma, Infertility
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

My path into mental health has been shaped by a genuine commitment to helping others navigate life's challenges. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker I have experience working with diverse populations across various settings, supporting individuals through periods of emotional distress, major life transitions, relationship difficulties, self-esteem concerns, trauma, interpersonal challenges, etc.

My approach to therapy

I believe meaningful change happens when insight and action come together. In our work together I'll provide a space where you can be honest without fear of judgement, while also helping you challenge the thoughts, behaviors, and relationship dynamics that may no longer be serving you. I tend to be warm, engaged, and genuine in session. I actively participate in the process and work with you to uncover what may be keeping you stuck. My approach is rooted in the belief that every person has strengths, resilience, and the capacity for growth.

What you can expect from me

During our first meeting I'll spend time getting to know you and what brought you to therapy, what's been weighing on you, what's working in your life and what isn't. You don't need to have everything figured out or know exactly where to start. We'll work through it together. You'll also get the opportunity to get a sense of me as I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is one of the most important factors for therapy.

About me

  • I identify as
    Hispanic, Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Empowering, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    4 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at NYU (New York University Silver School of Social Work)
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Trauma, Infertility
  • More specialties
    Family issues, Stress management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Relational, Trauma Focused CBT, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Strength-Based
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adolescents, Adults, Children
  • Languages
    English, Spanish