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Crystal Bernard, MA, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH

Licensed Professional Counselor
Crystal Bernard
Accepting clients Last Updated 1 days ago

I am dedicated to being your compassionate guide on a transformative journey of self-discovery, personal growth, and profound healing. My practice is founded on creating a sanctuary—a safe, nurturing space where you can courageously explore your challenges, cultivate resilience, and embrace your authentic wholeness.

At the core of my philosophy is an unwavering belief in your innate capacity for growth and transformation. Through fostering a strong, trusting therapeutic alliance, I gently encourage the power of vulnerability and self-awareness. Together, we'll navigate life's complexities, uncovering deeper insights and understanding that illuminate your path forward.


Specialties

ADHD Anxiety Bias and Discrimination Body Image Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Career Concerns Caregiver Support College adjustment Cultural Adjustment Depression Dual diagnosis Emotional Regulation Family Conflict Grief and Loss Identity Development Infertility Life Transitions Perfectionism Pregnancy and Postpartum Race Based Trauma Racial Identity Relationship Issues Religion or Spirituality Self-esteem Sexual Health Sleep Social Anxiety Social Isolation Stress Stress from Academics Trauma & PTSD

In-Network Insurance Plans

Crystal Bernard, MA, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH is in network for the following plans:

Aetna Aetna Student Health Anthem Anthem Blue Cross Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Choice Select PPO Cigna and Evernorth Optum UMR UnitedHealthcare
Paperwork:

I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.

NPI Number

1659125060

Rates

First session $180
Ongoing sessions $160
Sliding Scale Offered: A sliding scale fee "slides" to try to meet the needs of clients who are unable to pay the full fee. Details can be discussed upon consultation.

Locations

2545 West Diversey Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
(872) 222-6345
ADA Accessible
Map of provider office locations

Practice Hours

Monday 1:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Tuesday 1:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Wednesday 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Thursday 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday --
Saturday --
Sunday --

Treatment Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Attachment-based Career Counseling Client-Centered / Rogerian Therapy (CCT) Coaching Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Compassion Focused Culturally Sensitive Depth Therapy Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Emotion-focused therapy Existential Experiential Therapy Gestalt Health at Every Size Holistic Insight Therapy Integrative Internal Family Systems (IFS) Mindfulness Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Motivational Interviewing Multicultural Narrative Person-Centered Positive Psychology Psychodynamic Relational Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Somatic Strength-Based Supportive Trauma Focused

Modalities

Individuals

Age Groups

Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64)

Communities

Activists Artists Athletes First-Gen Immigrants Indigenous Peoples LGBQ+ Neurodiverse People of Color People with Disabilities Veterans

Meeting Options

Video sessions available
In-person sessions available

Qualifications

  • License(s): IL-178.019946

More About Me

  • Languages Spoken: English
  • Race(s): Mixed Race
  • Gender(s): Cisgender, Woman
  • Sexual Orientation(s): Straight
  • Religion(s): Nonreligious

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