Carl Hilton VanOsdall, MSW, MDiv, LICSW

Works with Individuals, Marriage & Couples, and Teletherapy
WA License #61267683

My approach to counseling

I am honored to come alongside clients as they work toward a wholeness in their lives and relationships. We find psychological, emotional, physical, and spiritual health when we are true to ourselves and more authentic in our relationships.
My work with individuals and couples varies depending upon the specific issues to resolve and the presenting challenges. My primary theoretical framework is Family Systems Theory, which focuses on cultivating one’s sense of self while increasing emotional strength and decreasing reactivity.
Though not always a part of therapy with clients, explorations and integration of religious or spiritual practices often find their way into our work.

I have experience in working with

The management of stress and anxiety
The process of negotiating changes and transitions
The improvement of communication
Individuals and couples in creating more satisfying relationships
The integration of spirituality and mental health toward a more vibrant life
People dealing with depression, grief, and loss
The utilization of mindfulness to increase awareness and gratitude
Pastors and congregations as a consultant

Education

Masters in Social Work, Rutgers University
Master of Divinity, Princeton Theological Seminary

Professional Experience

Counseling with individuals, couples and families
Congregational pastor

Insurance Accepted

Aetna, Blue Cross / Blue Shield Plans, Cigna, First Choice Health Network, Kaiser (Not All Plans), Medicare, Premera (Lifewise), and Regence

Writing by this therapist

Change Your Mind

Make an Appointment

Samaritan Center uses an Electronic Health Records (EHR) system developed by Valant for client intake and subsequent health records management. To set up your account and schedule your appointment, follow these steps, as directed by your therapist and prompted by Valant:

1. To begin the process, first contact the therapist by email or phone (listed on this page above) to schedule an initial conversation about fit.
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3. Fill out your demographic/insurance information in Valant. Let your therapist know when this is complete.
4. When prompted by an email from Valant, complete our eSignature intake packet.

NOTE: All the above steps must be completed before your first session with your therapist.

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