- Stress and anxiety
- Family of origin issues
- Gottman and CBT
About Crystal
Crystal Dungan is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas with 10 years of clinical experience. She earned a master's degree in Community Counseling from Webster University and began her career working in a psychiatric hospital. That early work included adults, veterans, seniors in behavioral care, rehabilitation services, and young people. She now spends much of her time supporting military clients and their families, and she provides short-term, solution-focused care for individuals and couples.
Crystal keeps a relaxed style in sessions. She aims for a conversational tone so people can talk through difficult topics without added pressure. She maintains professional boundaries while trying to reduce the worry some feel about starting counseling. Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer choices rather than long, abstract explanations.
Her areas of concern include stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy-related issues, grief, parenting, career questions, self-esteem, anger, addictions, and mood concerns. She also works with attachment issues, blended family challenges, caregiver stress, codependency, family of origin issues, and other family-related problems. Military and veteran issues are part of her background as well.
Crystal draws on Client-Centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method principles, Mindfulness practices, and Motivational Interviewing. In practice she blends approachable conversation with evidence-based techniques to help people notice patterns and try new ways of relating.
People who prefer a down-to-earth counselor and practical, short-term work may find her style fits well. She asks clients to be part of deciding goals and next steps, and she focuses on small changes that can ease daily stress and improve relationships.
How her therapeutic methods translate to online work
Client-Centered therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what a person says so they can better understand their feelings. It helps with relationship patterns and issues that come from family of origin and attachment concerns.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions interact and uses practical exercises to test new ways of thinking. CBT can be useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and behavior changes.
The Gottman Method brings attention to communication patterns in couples and helps identify small, everyday interactions to change. It is helpful for people wanting to improve problem-solving and emotional connection in relationships.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, try techniques, and adjust methods based on what helps most. That collaborative process means methods can shift as needs and preferences become clearer.
Session formats were not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking a meeting. Online work can make scheduling easier, allow shorter check-ins around a busy day, and remove travel time. It also makes it simpler to keep up regular appointments when life is unpredictable, while preserving the same therapeutic interaction a therapist would use in person.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, grief, parenting and career concerns among others. Family of origin issues and blended family challenges are also listed areas of focus.
How would you describe her approach in sessions?
Her style is relaxed and conversational while remaining professional. She blends practical tools with supportive discussion to help clients try different ways of thinking and relating.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has ten years of experience and started her career in a psychiatric hospital working with diverse populations. She later focused on military and veteran work and short-term solution-based counseling.
What credentials and region apply to her practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas. Her master’s degree is in Community Counseling from Webster University.
Which languages and international arrangements are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know whether phone, video, or in-person meetings are offered.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies by location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.
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