Contact
carl@samaritanps.org(206) 957-4691
Locations
Poulsbo First Lutheran Church
18920 4th Avenue NE
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 779-2622
Samaritan - Main Office
564 NE Ravenna Blvd
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 527-2266
Availability
Monday-Friday–TeletherapyIn person on Mondays at Ravenna office
Carl Hilton VanOsdall, MSW, MDiv, LICSW
Currently not accepting new clients
Works with Individuals, Marriage & Couples, and TeletherapyWA 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 RegenceWriting by this therapist
Change Your MindMake 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:- To begin the process, first contact the therapist by email or phone (listed on this page above) to schedule an initial conversation about fit.
- When prompted by an email from Valant, set up your patient portal account using a validation code provided by your therapist.
- Fill out your demographic/insurance information in Valant. Let your therapist know when this is complete.
- 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.
Having trouble? Read Valant's detailed instructions for setting up and using your patient portal.
For additional assistance, email patientportalhelp@samaritanps.org.
Existing client? After your patient portal is set up, you can log in here.
First telehealth session? Read Valant's detailed instructions for Teletherapy.