Krissy Bynum

My communication style

I use an empathetic and active listening approach, create a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings."

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey as a mental health provider began when I faced various forms of discrimination due to being a teenage parent at a young age. Navigating through societal stigma and judgment, I experienced firsthand the emotional toll of feeling misunderstood and marginalized. These challenges ignited a deep desire within me to support others facing simi

My goals for you

I take a diverse therapeutic approach incorporating multiple models, e.g., Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Psychodynamics.

Our first session

Our first session will consist of conducting a biopsychosocial assessment and creating a treatment plan with goals and objectives. Typically, intakes are scheduled for an hour to determine whether the client meets criteria for outpatient mental health services. I offer both in person and telehealth sessions. An hour is blocked for sessions.

I identify as...

• Female
• Hispanic or Latinx