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Cynthia "Cindi" Crew

Therapist

Cynthia "Cindi" Crew

LISW

Ohio · 25+ years of experience

Practical, steady support for emotion regulation

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Step 1

  • DBT-informed approach
  • CBT techniques
  • Trauma-responsive care

About Cynthia

Cynthia "Cindi" Crew is an Independently Licensed Social Worker (LISW) based in Ohio. She brings 25 years of experience helping people cope with stress, anxiety, depression, mood changes, and trauma. Cindi focuses on practical ways to get through hard moments and strengthen everyday coping skills.

She uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) alongside trauma-responsive methods to help people manage strong emotions and reduce overwhelming reactions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is also part of her toolkit for shifting unhelpful thinking patterns. Sessions emphasize clear, doable strategies rather than jargon.

Cindi aims to create an accepting, nonjudgmental environment where clients can describe their struggles and build on their strengths. She treats each person as the expert in their own life while offering guidance and structure. The goal is steady progress, not perfect solutions.

Her work covers a wide range of concerns including grief, self-esteem, anger, burnout and compassion fatigue, bipolar and other mood disorders, ADHD, and issues related to divorce and separation. Intellectual disability appears among the areas she focuses on and she brings long-term experience to complex presentations.

People who seek her help can expect a direct, compassionate style. The emphasis is on what can be done between sessions and on realistic steps toward improved day-to-day functioning. Cindi encourages small, concrete changes that add up over time.

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Areas of expertise

Also works with

Anger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Divorce and separationIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisMood disordersPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harm

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Trauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Credentials

Ohio

Languages

English

Step 3

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying out different ways of thinking and behaving. It helps with anxiety, depression, and many everyday problems by giving clear exercises and practice tasks.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for managing intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and handling relationships. It is useful when strong mood swings or overwhelming feelings get in the way of daily life.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy. The therapist will work together with each person to choose techniques that match their needs, goals, and preferences. This is a collaborative process that can be adjusted as progress is made.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking since specific formats are not stated here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let someone join from a quieter place or use audio-only if video is difficult. Ask about available formats when you start so sessions match your routine and goals.

Step 4

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?

Cindi supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and related mood concerns. Additional focus areas include grief, ADHD, self-harm, and issues such as divorce and isolation.

How would you describe the therapy style used here?

Her style blends client-centered listening with practical approaches like DBT and CBT. Sessions focus on skills you can use between visits and clear steps to manage emotions.

What is her professional background?

She has 25 years of experience working with individuals on emotional and trauma-related concerns. That experience informs a steady, practice-based way of working.

What credentials and location are listed for this clinician?

She is an LISW, which stands for Independently Licensed Social Worker, licensed in Ohio.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people from other countries work with this therapist?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are costs and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What should I do to begin working with this therapist?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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