Chris Paton
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP, GHMS
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Seattle, WA 98136
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I work with individuals to help manage depression, anxiety, relationship issues, developmental issues, and transitions. I am a passionate advocate for LGBTQIA individuals and particularly enjoy working with this community. Our work together can cover a variety of topics such as coming out, relationship issues, self-acceptance, or even how your family of origin dynamics might change. I am also a Geriatric Mental Health Specialist (GMHS). I offer a complimentary 15 minute phone consultation.
My theoretical approach is heavily influenced by both relational psychodynamics and person centered therapy. However, I have been trained in various theories and our work together will utilize the most appropriate approach for your specific situation. I have received broad clinical training that includes marriage and family therapy, adolescent therapy, and trauma counseling.
I have an MA in Counseling Psychology from City University of Seattle and a BS in Psychology from Oregon State University. I am a Washington State Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, a member of the American Mental Health Counselors Association, the Washington Mental Health Counselors Association, and the Seattle Counselors Association.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $160
- Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- First Choice Health | FCH
- Kaiser (Out-of-Network)
- Kaiser PPO
- LifeWise
- Premera
- Out of Network
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Chris Paton
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP, GHMS
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Washington / LH60722750 Chris Paton
- In Practice for 11 Years
- Certificate from American Mental Health Counselors Association 2010
- Certificate from Washington Mental Health Counselors Association 2010
- Attended City University of Seattle, Graduated 2012
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Chris Paton
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP, GHMS
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- LGBTQ+
- Depression
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Bisexual
- Coping Skills
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Lesbian
- Mood Disorders
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Personality Disorders
- Psychosis
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Thinking Disorders
- Transgender
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Chris Paton
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP, GHMS
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Eclectic
- Humanistic
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
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Chris Paton
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP, GHMS
Location
Nearby Areas
Chris Paton
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP, GHMS
Last Modified: 18 Apr 2024