Cristin  Crum
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Cristin Crum

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW Specialties Insurance & Fees Locations
New York, California Accepting Online
Pasadena Not Accepting In-person
Updated February 10, 2022

Specialties & Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Relationship issues
  • Self empowerment
  • Communication
  • Adjustment difficulties
  • Stress management

Professional statement

Cristin Crum is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who welcomes adults across the lifespan to her practice in both California (in-person and online) and New York (online only). Many of her clients are young adults in their 20s and 30s who are finding and cultivating their own voice while navigating major transitions, like graduating from college, entering the workforce, individuating from their families of origin in a healthy manner, improving communication in both the professional and personal environments, and exploring dating or the next level of a relationship.

Cristin specializes in helping clients who are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, shame, and trauma and incorporates various modalities in her treatment approach. She frequently uses a psychodynamic lens to help individuals untangle and connect patterns on how past experiences might be affecting them today. She also incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into sessions, helping clients directly address and push back against negative self-talk and self-doubt.  For issues around trauma, she is trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).

It is Cristin’s hope that her clients walk away with greater self-awareness and insight into their personal narrative, as well as a holistic understanding of the tools they need to thrive. She gently encourages personal responsibility over life choices as a means to feel empowered and move your life in the direction you want it to go. She is a strong believer in the power of the therapeutic relationship, and strives to foster a safe, supportive connection with each of her clients. She looks forward to working with you, either via remote teletherapy or at her office, located in the heart of Pasadena.


Message to clients

If you're seeking a safe space where you're able to tap into the various, complex layers of your personality and self, I encourage you to reach out. During our time together, you'll be able to both look at unresolved issues from the past while also making meaningful changes in your present reality.

Therapy is a wonderful opportunity to foster the clarity, awareness, and resilience that are the stepping stones to self-empowerment. You may also find that as you unlock internal peace, you begin achieving external goals that seemed previously unattainable. I look forward to meeting you and learning more about your journey.


Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Self empowerment - Identifying intentions and implementing strategies to build resilience and work towards one’s personal, health, or career goals

Communication - Developing effective interpersonal skills in relationships with partners, families, and co-workers; using healthy methods of communication to convey needs and respond to others

Adjustment difficulties - Support around adapting to new and/or challenging life circumstances; skill-building for improved stress management and reduction of anxiety

Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Parents
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Insurance

Cristin Crum is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.


Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions: $160 (50min)
  • Sliding scale: $130 - $160
  • Initial session: $160 (50min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Cash
  • Check
  • PayPal
  • Venmo
  • Zelle
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Every other month
  • Multiple times a week
  • As needed

Location(s)

Pasadena practice
444 South Marengo Avenue, Pasadena, California 91101
Not accepting new clients in-person
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 6:15pm-9:30pm
  • Tue 6:15pm-9:30pm
  • Wed 6:15pm-9:30pm
  • Thu 6:15pm-9:30pm
  • Fri 6:15pm-9:30pm
  • Sat Please inquire for hours
  • Sun Please inquire for hours

Online Sessions (New York)
Accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon Please inquire for hours
  • Tue Please inquire for hours
  • Wed Please inquire for hours
  • Thu Please inquire for hours
  • Fri Please inquire for hours
  • Sat Please inquire for hours
  • Sun Please inquire for hours

Online Sessions (California)
Accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 6:15pm-9:30pm
  • Tue 6:15pm-9:30pm
  • Wed 6:15pm-9:30pm
  • Thu 6:15pm-9:30pm
  • Fri 6:15pm-9:30pm
  • Sat Please inquire for hours
  • Sun Please inquire for hours

Work and Education

Private practice, 2013 - Present
Kaiser Permanente, 2016 - Present
Catholic Charities Community Based Mental Health Clinic, 2013 - 2015
Steinway Community Based Mental Health Clinic, 2010 - 2013

New York University, MSW, 2010
Georgetown University, BA, 2000


Licensure

California: 65173

New York: 081240


Languages

English


Client testimonials

"I’ve had two sessions with Cristin so far and it has been so wonderful. She is extremely thoughtful, sensitive, and professional! I am so happy to have found her through Zencare."
- Zencare client • October 2021
"Cristin had a great energy and was able to understand what I am looking for in therapy."
- Zencare client • October 2020