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Crystal Schmidt

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

10 years of experience

Verified by Octave

Licensed

In California

In-Network

Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Crystal

I also work with individuals who struggle with gender identity concerns, abuse and trauma (sexual, verbal, physical, emotional), PTSD, depression, anxiety, women's and men's issues, and sexual desire/intimacy/dysfunctions. I work to provide a non-judgmental atmosphere and safe space to work through a vast array of potentially difficult and stigmatizing issues. Using evidence-based practices, I strive to support, encourage, educate, and empower my clients. The basis of using a more eclectic therapeutic style is in my understanding that everyone is different and therapy is not a "one size fits all" practice, and I strive to be sensitive to each person's individual needs. I'm experienced in working with individuals who are active in polyamory/open/casual relationships.

Using evidence-based practices, I strive to support, encourage, educate, and empower my clients.

Communication Style

  • Authentic
  • Challenging
  • Holistic
  • Humorous
  • Open-minded

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Focus Areas

  • BIPOC
  • Asian / Pacific Islander community
  • First responders
  • Non-monogamous relationships
  • LGBTQ+

Approach

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for California residents

Good to know

Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Additional

Interests

Spending time with friends and wine tasting

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

#74816 • California • LCSW

Education

MSW - Social Work, Loma Linda University

Crystal Schmidt, Licensed Clinical Social Worker License #74816 (exp February 2028)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

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Frequently asked questions

Crystal Schmidt accepts Prime Health, Anthem Blue Cross of CA, Out-of-State BlueCard PPO, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Centivo, Health Net, Blue Shield of California, and Aetna. Octave clients pay an average of $28 per session through insurance, and more than 95% pay less than $45 per session. Your exact cost depends on your plan’s copay or deductible. You can use the cost estimator to see what you would pay before your first session. If you would rather pay out of pocket, self-pay sessions in California are estimated at $205-250 per session.

Crystal Schmidt is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Crystal is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Crystal’s California license number is 74816, and you can look it up through the state licensing board. Octave verifies every therapist’s license before they begin seeing clients, and licenses are kept current as a condition of practicing with Octave.

Crystal Schmidt has been practicing therapy for 10 years. Crystal’s education and training include MSW - Social Work, Loma Linda University. Over that time, Crystal has worked closely with BIPOC, Asian / Pacific Islander community, First responders, Non-monogamous relationships, and LGBTQ+. Octave therapists average more than a decade of experience, and Crystal is part of that group.

Crystal Schmidt works with BIPOC, Asian / Pacific Islander community, First responders, Non-monogamous relationships, and LGBTQ+ and specializes in Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Burnout, Depression, Family Conflict, LGBTQ+, Relationship Concerns, Self-Harm, Sexual Assault/Sexual Abuse, Stress, Trauma, Women's Issues, and Workplace Stress. These are the areas where Crystal spends most of their clinical time. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Crystal is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Crystal Schmidt draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Harm Reduction, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Psychodynamic, Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Crystal’s style is authentic, challenging, holistic, humorous, and open-minded. In Crystal’s words: “Using evidence-based practices, I strive to support, encourage, educate, and empower my clients.”

Crystal Schmidt (she/her) offers therapy in English. Crystal provides LGBTQIA+ affirming care.

Crystal Schmidt offers online sessions over secure video, so you can meet from home or any private space. Crystal is licensed in California, and you need to be located in that state at the time of each session. All you need is a device with a camera and a stable internet connection.

Your first session with Crystal Schmidt is a chance to talk through what brought you to therapy and what you want to work on. Crystal will ask about your background, your current concerns, and your goals, and together you will start shaping a plan for your sessions. It is also a chance to see whether Crystal’s style feels like a good fit for you. After their first session, 9 in 10 Octave clients say their therapy experience has been good or better.

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