Dan Crystal
Clinical Psychologist
1200 6th Ave.Suite 2001
Seattle, WA 98101
Primary Focus: Abuse / Incest / PTSD Counseling, Adult Adjustment / Life Transitioning Counseling, Anxiety / Panic Disorders Counseling, Child / Teen Counseling, Communication / Social Skills Counseling, Consulting / Coaching, Couples / Marriage Counseling, Grief Counseling, Specialty Issues, Stress / Depression Counseling
Scope of Practice
I work with adults, couples, and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety, addictions, life transitions, or relationship problems. I have brought my approach to therapy to a variety of populations: professionals, college students, soldiers, veterans, and homeless adolescents to name a few. In the past I have worked in outpatient clinics; inpatient hospitalization settings; and have written assessments for the courts on matters of child custody and forensic asylum. My experiences have fostered the belief that change can happen for anyone.Range of Focus
- Adolescents and Parents: Individuation / Separation Issues
- Anxiety
- Bi-polar Disorder
- Codependency / ACoA Issues
- Communication Issues
- Couples Conflicts
- Family of Origin Issues
- Intimacy Issues
- Panic Attacks
- Relationship Issues
- Seasonal Affective Disorder
- Self Identity
- Singles Seeking Relationships
- Stress & Coping
- Agoraphobia
- Bereavement
- Career / Life Goals
- Codependency Issues
- Communication Skills
- Depression & Anxiety
- Infidelity
- PTSD Issues
- Personal Relationships
- Relationship Rekindling
- Self Esteem
- Sense of Self
- Social Anxiety
- Trauma
Values and Philosophy
I believe in adjusting my intervention to the need of the client I am working with. I offer a supportive framework where individuals can explore the conflicts and struggles they are facing. Therapy is a setting where a person can feel safe, and it should fit reasonably within one’s life and not feel like a strain. It is a time for reflection and thoughtfulness. While often emotional, I’m careful to help my clients feel deepened by this experience.Therapeutic Technique and Methodology
I have a comprehensive and research based understanding of the symptoms, sources, and treatments of most major mental health problems. I believe I know what to look for and can offer a structured path to recovery. In treatment utilize three essential tools of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) that are well validated according to psychological research as conducive to recovery: Acceptance-Being able to accept situations one faces without self-criticism, self-doubt and blaming Mindfulness-Helping clients to recognize there is more to who they are than their negative or panicked thoughts. This can really help guide one to make thoughtful decisions. Values-Rather than setting short-term goals that may not be in touch with a greater meaning, I help my clients to strive to make changes because it is consistent with the person they want to be. In working with addictions, I utilize a Motivational Interviewing framework whereby clients can feel invested in recovery and not pressured. I also have many community referrals that can help solidify one’s efforts towards recovery and stabilization.Education, Certification and Professional Associations
Degrees and Certifications
Psy.D.
University of Denver
Denver, CO
Memberships
- American Psychological Association
Licenses to Practice and Registrations
Licenses
Psychologist License
License number: 3906
Payment Information and Hours
Treatment costs $120 per session. The first session I schedule 75 minutes as it often takes more time to get an initial picture of the factors that have brought you into treatment. I accept Premera Blue Cross and Aetna insurance. I am currently available Mondays 4-7pm, and Thursdays 1-6pm.Insurance Reimbursement Provider For: Aetna, Premera
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