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Candida Crasto
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LPC

Candida Crasto

Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LPC (she, her)

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3 Endorsed
Cincinnati, OH 45202
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My choice to become a therapist is based on my personal experience with therapy as well as my belief that everyone has the potential to uncover and enjoy their authentic selves. I have spent time understanding the construct of identity as it relates to self-acceptance, self- worth, and self-actualization. These themes are not only core to the self, but also integral parts of our interpersonal relationships - partners, children, friends, and communities. Trauma, belief systems, and life experiences create a default mode of operation. Undoing these is a gentle process of vulnerability and self-trust.
It’s my goal to create a safe place for you to show up honestly, with vulnerability, and with the potential for great transformation. I aim to work with clients in a very open, direct, and collaborative manner. You have the unique wisdom required for your success. I use a variety of treatment methods to adapt to the unique client.
I am a first generation Indian American woman who has spent almost half her life traveling and living abroad. I find the privilege of humility in visiting and understanding people and other cultures. I am an athlete, entrepreneur, writer, and public speaker. My work as a therapist is core to my journey as a person.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Cincinnati, OH 45202

Mason, OH 45040

I can accept clients in West Chester, Mason, Downtown Cincinnati, and Centerville, OH, as well as online!
I specialize in Sex Therapy, Family Conflict and Relationship Issues 
$180 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Candida Crasto
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Cincinnati, OH 45202

Mason, OH 45040

I can accept clients in West Chester, Mason, Downtown Cincinnati, and Centerville, OH, as well as online!
I specialize in Sex Therapy, Family Conflict and Relationship Issues 
$180 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Candida Crasto

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $180
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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I am primarily private pay, but have the ability to take Medicaid Insurance. For those located in Ohio, I'm able to provide a superbill for potential insurance reimbursement. Eligible clients may apply for a sliding scale fee adjustment.
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Candida Crasto
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LPC
with questions.
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I am primarily private pay, but have the ability to take Medicaid Insurance. For those located in Ohio, I'm able to provide a superbill for potential insurance reimbursement. Eligible clients may apply for a sliding scale fee adjustment.
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Candida Crasto
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LPC
with questions.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Ohio / M.2500390 Candida Crasto
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 3 years
  • Attended Sofia University, Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Ohio C.2506901 / 2025
  • Membership with AAMFT Minority Fellowship Program 252546 / 2023
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I hold dual licensure in Marriage & Family Therapy and Professional Counseling. My specialty is working within the system as a whole. I am also currently enrolled in a Sex Therapy Certificate Program through CIIS and practice sex therapy.
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Candida Crasto
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LPC
with questions.
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I hold dual licensure in Marriage & Family Therapy and Professional Counseling. My specialty is working within the system as a whole. I am also currently enrolled in a Sex Therapy Certificate Program through CIIS and practice sex therapy.
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Candida Crasto
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LPC
with questions.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Sex Therapy
  • Family Conflict
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Racial Identity
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Sexuality & Identity in Family Systems
  • Shame, Stigma, and Authenticity
  • Spirituality
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I work with clients of all backgrounds who are seeking clarity understanding and solidifying their identity and sense of self. I'm aware that self-awareness, self-confidence, and self-esteem are affected by environmental and external factors. Effective psychotherapy can empower clients to reconnect to self and address their environment and relationships with authenticity, boundaries, and safety.
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Candida Crasto
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LPC
with questions.
"
I work with clients of all backgrounds who are seeking clarity understanding and solidifying their identity and sense of self. I'm aware that self-awareness, self-confidence, and self-esteem are affected by environmental and external factors. Effective psychotherapy can empower clients to reconnect to self and address their environment and relationships with authenticity, boundaries, and safety.
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Candida Crasto
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LPC
with questions.

3 Endorsements

Lauren Burgess
Lauren Burgess
Marriage & Family Therapist InternMFT-T
Dida's warmth and patience give clients the peace of mind necessary to grow and heal. Her creativity and passion for the healing arts run deep and are quickly evident as she offers an intellectual and worldly approach to therapy. She's also wickedly funny.
Xavier Heditsian
Xavier Heditsian
MALPCC-S
I've worked closely with Candida the past 2+ years. She has the special ability to help clients feel safe, understood and empowered to address even the most difficult challenges. I highly recommend her to individuals, couples and families seeking therapy.
Jessica Hulshult
Jessica Hulshult
Marriage & Family TherapistMFT
Candida is an MFT colleague and a compassionate and brilliant therapist.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian
Black and African American

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian
Black and African American

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Art Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Expressive Arts
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Imago
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Narrative
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Transpersonal
  • Transpersonal Psychotherapy
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I use a mix of treatment ideologies depending on the client and their needs. The primary focus will be on building trust and rapport and then addressing client-led goals with whichever treatment types are most resonant.
Photo of Candida Crasto, Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LPC
Candida Crasto
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LPC
with questions.
"
I use a mix of treatment ideologies depending on the client and their needs. The primary focus will be on building trust and rapport and then addressing client-led goals with whichever treatment types are most resonant.
Photo of Candida Crasto, Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LPC
Candida Crasto
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LPC
with questions.

Location

Primary Location

Cincinnati, OH 45202

Additional Location

Mason, OH 45040

Nearby Areas

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I can accept clients in West Chester, Mason, Downtown Cincinnati, and Centerville, OH, as well as online!
Photo of Candida Crasto, Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LPC
Candida Crasto
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LPC
"
I can accept clients in West Chester, Mason, Downtown Cincinnati, and Centerville, OH, as well as online!
Photo of Candida Crasto, Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LPC
Candida Crasto
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LPC