KIMBERLY | Symmetry of Self

“Not everything that is faced can be changed,

but nothing can be changed until it is faced.”

James Baldwin

"History, despite its wrenching pain, cannot be unlived, but if faced with courage, need not be lived again."

-Maya Angelou

Kimberly Crawley, MSW, LSW

Therapist

(Pronouns: She/Her)

My name is Kimberly Crawley, and I am a licensed social worker in New Jersey. I served in the United States Air Force Reserves for ten years as a services specialist in the 434th Force Support Squadron at Grissom AFB, IN. This experience has given me a unique understanding of veterans' challenges, which I bring to my work as a therapist. I served one year at Nellis AFB in 1990, supporting the base services unit during Desert Storm. In 1994, I turned in my combat boots to serve as a military spouse and parent. Leaving Germany and relocating to New Jersey, I have over 20 years of working with children and families. I know firsthand what it is like to feel overwhelmed with day-to-day life, especially being a military spouse. I want to earn your trust. I am dedicated to providing a safe space fueled with compassion and empathy. Together, we will work on addressing those racing thoughts, traumatic experiences, life transitions, as well as grief. My diverse experience in the military and civilian life allows me to support you in this journey.

NJ Lic #: 44SL06968000 ┃ NPI #: 1104651884

MY SPECIALTIES

Childhood Trauma

Re-Parenting the Parent

I guide parents in recovering from their childhood trauma, enabling them to become better parents and individuals. I assist them in processing the impact that childhood abuse or neglect has had on their lives while addressing unmet needs and attachment wounds, ultimately enhancing their ability to be nurturing and present parents.

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Couples Counseling

Healing Relationship Ruptures

Being married to the military or to a first responder can be difficult!

I help couples navigate their conflicts by fostering open communication and mutual understanding. Through this process, we work together to rebuild trust and rekindle intimacy, creating a stronger, more connected relationship. My goal is to guide couples in transforming their challenges into opportunities for growth and deeper connection.

Race-Based Traumatic Stress

Culturally Responsive Therapy

I provide a safe environment for people of color (BIPOC) in the military and first responder communities to process experiences of racism, discrimination, microaggressions, and systemic inequality. I help clients to heal from disenfranchised grief and internalized racism while helping to foster healthy emotional expression, amplify cultural strengths, and help clients to identify their own personal adaptation strategies.

MY APPROACH

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Internal Focusing

Inner Listening

My approach to counseling is informed by a holistic, trauma-informed, internal family systems (IFS) and polyvagal model that gently focuses on the mind-body connection while understanding and caring for our learned behaviors, impulses, and survival modes. This enables clients to restore balance within their nervous system and to reconnect with their "Self" in a healing and meaningful way.

Person-Centered Care

Non-judgmental Support

I help clients feel accepted and supported by fostering camaraderie and trust, while gently guiding them toward self-discovery. My approach emphasizes understanding each client’s unique experiences, allowing them to explore their identities in a safe, nurturing environment.This helps clients develop a stronger sense of self and authenticity, cultivating the conditions for more robust interpersonal relationships.

Gottman Method

Rebuilding Connections

I guide couples in improving communication, building trust, and repairing ruptures. I teach couples to strengthen their emotional connection and learn healthy ways to manage disagreements, leading to stronger, more supportive relationships. This approach helps couples not only resolve current issues but also equips them with the skills to navigate future challenges with greater confidence and understanding.

Psychoeducation

Resources & Tools

Psychoeducation is a service that I offer to my clients where I share my knowledge and expertise on various mental health topics. As someone who values education, I believe that providing my clients with information and resources can help them better understand and manage their mental health. By equipping clients with the right tools and insights, I aim to foster greater self-awareness and help them make informed decisions about their well-being.

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