Crystal Stokes, M.A., LMFT
#121354
Licensed Psychotherapist | Anxiety + OCD + Veterinary Mental Health |
Harvard + Cornell Organizational Performance Leadership Coach
Veterinary
Mental Health
As a passionate animal lover and human-psychology-performance professional, Crystal honored the intersection of her interests through specialization on working with veterinary professionals:
- For all types of veterinary staff (leadership, DVM, technician, reception, etc)
- Burnout
- Compassion fatigue, vicarious trauma, and secondary trauma
- Anxiety & stress
- Depression & apathy
- Substance use disorder
- Career and life transitions
- Relationships and interpersonal conflicts
- Work/life balance
- Boundaries
Crystal also provides veterinary wellness and leadership coaching which can be found at Full Circle Lab:
Anxiety & OCD
Treatment
Crystal specializes in treating the following Anxiety & OCD challenges:
- Generalized anxiety
- Health anxiety
- Phobias
- Panic
- OCD & subtypes (harm, contamination, relationships, religious, perfection, sexual/gender, and more)
Contact Crystal to find out if she can help you with your anxiety and OCD challenges.
Education & Training
History
Crystal combines a broad range of psychotherapy education and certifications to effectively address her clients’ challenges:
- California Licensed Psychotherapist LMFT, License #121354
- Extensive training in Exposure and Response Prevention, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Anxiety and OCD
- EMDR Basic Training by the EMDR Institute, Inc.
- Intensive Workshop in Prolonged Exposure Therapy for PTSD, UPenn
- Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy Certificate
- Clinical Applications of the Polyvagal Theory Certificate
- Certified Enneagram Coach and Trainer
- Harvard, Organizational Leadership Certificate
- CoActive Coaching Certificate, CTI
- Cornell, High-Performance Leadership Certification
- Certified Medical Exercise Specialist, American Council on Exercise
- CPR certified, National CPR Foundation
VetMed Wellness & Leadership Podcast
Solving Financial Stress by Understanding Veterinary Real Estate with Rahul Chhajed
When it comes to wellness, financial stability can be a source of stress, and your real estate situation can really impact this. Real estate in the veterinary health care space can involve a really nuanced discussion. Rahul Chhejed is the leader of Matthews Real Estate, Healthcare Division. He shares some crucial tips, inside information, and advice on seeking a trusted advisor if you have questions about selling or buying property in the veterinary space.
Meditation and Mindfulness for the Veterinary Team with Dr. Marie Holowaychuk
Introducing a mindfulness practice into your personal routine or with your veterinary team can make a huge difference in your mindset and mental health! Dr. Marie Holowaychuck joins me to share and advocate for meditation practices that can greatly benefit veterinary wellbeing. Even if meditation is not your speed, Dr. Holowaychuck has information on the research, the benefits, and how even small mindful habits can make an impact.
Supporting Veterinary Teams with Dr. Liz Barton
Listen Here:Joining me all the way from the UK is Dr. Liz Barton, an accomplished vet with what she calls a ‘squiggly’ career path, leading her to co-found wellbeing and support communities such as WellVet and Vet Mums. Creating groups of extrinsic resilience has such...
Handling the Veterinary Workforce Crisis with Dr. Bob Lester
We are in a veterinary workforce crisis, and the implications of this are more serious than you may have considered. Dr. Bob Lester calls himself an optimist by choice, and he joins me today with positivity and hope as he shares solutions in the works for the industry. Vet care is an important role that should be celebrated. As you listen, stay open minded to change and how we can impact the industry for the better.
Honoring the Connection and Spirituality of Caring For Animals with Dr. Bruce Silverman
Those in the veterinary industry usually start out because of their deep connection with animals. Dr. Bruce Silverman, explains the value in honest, deep connecting, empathetic, and calming veterinary practice. Creating a zen moment in patient visit is not only a benefit to the client but to the mental health of the veterinarian.
A Refreshing Take on Customer and Clinic Staff Communication with Kassandra Erven
Kassandra Erven is a practice manager at a privately owned general practice clinic in Albuquerque, NM. She has been there for 10 years and the practice manager for the past 5 years. Before that she performed marketing/social media management for the clinic as well as specialized in client retention, engagement and education. Kassanra is currently studying for her CVPM boards and takes every opportunity to learn more about leadership from those in the industry.
Finding Opportunity in the Vet Industry with Tiffany Riley
Tiffany’s Animal Care is a solution for the veterinary industry in Tiffany Riley’s local area. This home care business run by a veterinary technician relieves pressure on busy clinics, provides needed services to clients, and at the same time provides autonomy and job satisfaction to its owner. Together Tiffany and I discuss how she sought this opportunity and the benefits it brought to her community and her mental health.
Thriving with Disabilities: A Conversation with Dr. Christina Kaye
I am joined by Dr. Christina Kaye to explore how veterinarians with disabilities can thrive in school and their careers. We discuss the importance of seeking accommodations, communicating with universities, and resources for employees and employers. Discover how to pursue your dreams and succeed in the field of veterinary medicine.
Reinventing Veterinary Care with Dr. Brandon and Dr. Seth
Dr. Bleakley and Dr. Prince bonded in their early veterinary careers and went on to create CARE Surgery Center, a clinic dedicated to providing better care for both patients and staff. The episode highlights the clinic’s focus on creating a high-quality work atmosphere that promotes self-actualization, job satisfaction, and a healthy work-life balance for their staff and their mission to raise the standard of veterinary care.
The Other Side of Hope with Dr. Caitlin Vaughn
Dr. Caitlin Vaughn, like many, has experienced her own personal story of burnout, negativity, and an overwhelming sense of numbness. Her experience in the veterinary profession led her to seek out coaching and in turn inspired her to help those just like her. Dr. Vaugn shares how she helps make change through hope with her company Unlocking Vet Med.
Questions?
Call, text, or email Crystal to set up a free consultation to explore working together.
Contact
Call or Text
+1 (805) 699-5502
questions@crystalstokes.com
Let’s Meet
Crystal lives in sunny Santa Barbara, CA and works with clients all over the world via telehealth. For those of you local Santa Barbara, Crystal can meet in person as well.