Crystal Hackett , LMFT

Crystal Hackett is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Minnesota with 16 years of clinical experience. She earned her degree from St. Cloud State University in 2006 and has practiced in both residential and outpatient settings, working with individuals, couples, and families across a range of concerns. Many have told her that she is easy to talk to, and she emphasizes an unbiased, non-judgmental, validating, and caring approach when supporting people through difficult moments.

Throughout her career she has worked extensively with clients who have experienced significant trauma, while also supporting those facing everyday stressors such as parenting challenges, relationship tensions, grief, sleep difficulties, mood disorders, and anxiety. Her work blends practical, evidence-informed methods with empathy and respect for each person’s unique story.

She often draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness practices, and also incorporates client-centered and solution-focused techniques to tailor care to each situation. Crystal aims to help people move toward greater comfort and stability in their lives by offering steady support, clear guidance, and collaborative problem solving.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Crystal commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy in her work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps clients identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, making it useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and self-compassion techniques that can reduce reactivity and support emotional regulation.

She also incorporates Emotionally-Focused Therapy when addressing relationship and attachment issues. This approach focuses on understanding emotional responses and improving connection between partners or family members, helping people communicate needs and rebuild trust.

Deciding which approach to use is part of the therapeutic process and is done collaboratively. Licensed professionals will work with each person to explore goals, preferences, and the challenges they bring, adjusting methods over time to find the best fit.

Online therapy offers flexible options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, maintain continuity of care across distances, and access consistent support from therapists without the need for in-person visits.