Krystal Fowlkes, MSW, LCSW, Therapist in Wheaton, Illinois

Krystal Fowlkes, LCSW, LICSW, practicing at LifeStance Health in Illinois, is dedicated to helping children build self-awareness and accountability to succeed both at school and home. Serving the Illinois community, she brings a wealth of experience from her background as an elementary school social worker. Krystal specializes in assisting children and adolescents, working closely with them to normalize social emotional learning and support their emotional and behavioral growth. Krystal is passionate about addressing childhood behavior issues, ADHD, and PTSD/trauma. She is skilled in creating tailored interventions that foster a supportive environment for children to thrive. Her expertise extends to helping children manage school avoidance and anxiety, providing them with the tools they need to overcome these challenges. By working with parents, she helps develop easy-to-use behavioral interventions that can be implemented at home, ensuring a consistent and supportive approach across different settings. In her practice, Krystal utilizes Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Family Therapy to address various emotional and behavioral issues. She is also proficient in parenting skills training, helping parents support their children effectively. Krystal’s commitment to her clients extends to those with autism spectrum disorders and developmental disabilities, offering specialized care and strategies to meet their unique needs. She also has a strong focus on supporting individuals in adoption and foster care situations, understanding the complexities and challenges they face. Krystal’s approach is holistic, integrating individual, family, and group therapy to provide comprehensive support. She believes in the power of therapy to bring about meaningful change and is dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing environment for her clients. Outside of her professional life, Krystal enjoys practicing yoga, listening to audiobooks, and walking her dog. These activities reflect her commitment to maintaining a balanced and healthy lifestyle, which she brings into her therapeutic practice.