About my work

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker working with adults, partners, and families navigating periods of instability, high stress, or relational strain. My work focuses on restoring structure and clarity when communication becomes reactive and decisions feel urgent or uncertain.

In addition to private practice, I have held Clinical Director and Program Coordinator roles in residential treatment and healthcare settings, working with individuals, families, and teams in complex, high-pressure environments. I have also worked as a hospice social worker, supporting individuals and families through end-of-life care, grief, and loss.

Across these roles, I have supervised clinicians and contributed to the development of clinical programming, shaping how care is delivered in settings where clarity, coordination, and sound decision-making are essential. This experience informs a steady, structured approach to therapy.

My Approach

I work from a systems perspective. Rather than focusing on one person as the problem, we look at the patterns that develop within relationships and environments.

Together, we slow the process down, clarify roles and boundaries, and identify practical next steps that support meaningful, lasting change.

The focus is not on managing the immediate situation.
The focus is on building stability that holds over time.

Who Tends to Work Well With Me

Clients who tend to work well with me:

• Value clarity and structure

• Are motivated for change, even if the situation feels complex

• Prefer a thoughtful, steady approach rather than quick fixes

• Are looking for consistent, longer-term work

My Practice

Private practice allows for discretion, focus, and continuity. I work on a private-pay basis, which supports a confidential and consistent therapeutic process without the constraints of insurance.

Credentials

Maxwell Crystal, LICSW
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker — Vermont
Master of Social Work, Simmons University
Bachelor of Arts, Saint Michael’s College