Austin Inclusive Counseling
Crystal Washburn, LPC, CST
WELCOME
Sometimes the struggles in our life can make us feel like we’re sinking. Everything can become overwhelming and we can feel like we have no control. You don’t have to navigate the storm alone.
I have a passion for helping people who feel like they are in transition in their life; whether healing from past trauma, navigating relationship changes, or exploring lifestyle issues. As a Certified Sex Therapist, I specialize in working with Gender, Sex, and Relationship Diverse individuals who are part of LGBTQ+, polyamorous, and/or kink communities. I have experience working with both individuals and couples. I have worked extensively with people exploring gender and sexual identities by offering radical acceptance, infinite curiosity, and deep compassion to those seeking to discover their authentic life. I also have significant experience working with sexual assault and domestic violence survivors by supporting their healing process and working through shame to find empowerment. I have worked with many couples exploring Ethical Non-monogamy to aid with communication and intimacy.
MY STORY
Sharing your story with someone new can be scary, so let me start…
I am a survivor of developmental and complex trauma that came from physical, verbal, and emotional abuse in childhood and adulthood. I know the feelings of shame and not feeling “good enough.” The healing process was not easy, but it has shown me that we can grow from our struggles and become stronger. Having worked through my own struggles, I now have a passion to help others.
I believe “normal” is different for everyone. Finding our own version of normal and living an authentic life is essential to being happy. I believe that everyone possesses the strength to overcome the obstacles in their life. No two problems, no matter how similar, are alike – so I pull from a variety of treatment techniques, tailoring my approach to meet your particular needs.
My main goal is for us to build a relationship where you feel safe to explore, accepted as you are, and capable of facing your challenges.
Contact Me to learn more about how I can help. This is only the beginning of a conversation…
SPECIALTIES
Certified Sex Therapist (as of January 2023)
Integrative, person-centered approach
Attachment Based
Trauma-informed
Emotionally Focused Therapy Trained (EFT for Couples and Level 1 Certified EFT for Individuals)
Relational
Sex Therapy
LGBTQIA+ affirming
Polyamory affirming
BDsM/Kink affirming
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) trained
