Cynthia "Cindi" Crew , LISW

Cynthia "Cindi" Crew is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) practicing in Ohio. With more than 25 years of experience, she has dedicated her career to helping people navigate difficult transitions, strengthen resilience, and find more balance in daily life.

She specializes in supporting individuals who are managing stress, anxiety, depression, mood dysregulation, and the effects of trauma. Her clinical work is informed by Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and other trauma-responsive therapeutic methods, applying practical skills and trauma-aware strategies to address emotional regulation and healing.

Cindi places a high value on creating an accepting, nonjudgmental environment where people feel seen and respected. She approaches therapy from a strengths-based perspective, believing that each person is the expert on their own story and that those strengths are central to recovery and growth. Taking a first step toward change requires courage, and she offers steady, compassionate support throughout the process.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focuses on building concrete skills for managing intense emotions, tolerating distress, and improving relationships. It is often used when mood dysregulation or strong emotional reactions interfere with daily life.

Trauma-Focused Therapy centers on addressing the impact of traumatic experiences by helping people process difficult memories and reduce the ways those experiences shape current thoughts and behaviors. This approach aims to support recovery and improved functioning after trauma.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and respect for the individual's perspective, supporting self-directed growth by helping people tap into their own strengths and values.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work. Cynthia collaborates with each person to determine which methods align best with their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan over time as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging provide flexibility for people with busy schedules or limited local options. These formats make it easier to connect with licensed professionals and therapists from different locations and to fit sessions into everyday life.