- Client-centered approach
- CBT techniques
- Gottman skills
About Crystal
Crystal Dungan is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 10 years of experience based in Texas. She earned a master’s degree in Community Counseling from Webster University and began her career in a psychiatric hospital. Early work included adults, military members, veterans, senior behavioral care, rehabilitation services, and young people. Crystal now focuses on short-term, solution-based counseling with military clients and their families, and provides individual and couples work.
She keeps a relaxed style in sessions. Conversations are straightforward and down-to-earth. Crystal aims to reduce the anxiety that can come with starting therapy while keeping professional boundaries. She adapts her way of working to fit what each person needs.
Crystal uses client-centered techniques to help people feel heard and involved in decisions about their care. She also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy to identify patterns of thought and behavior that feed stress or anger. Mindfulness strategies are introduced to help with emotional regulation and present-moment noticing.
For relationship concerns she incorporates parts of the Gottman Method when appropriate, focusing on communication and practical skills couples can use between sessions. Motivational interviewing is used when someone is working on change and needs support clarifying goals and next steps.
People usually come for help with stress, anxiety, anger, relationship strain, grief, or struggles at work and home. Crystal also addresses issues such as codependency, caregiver stress, blended family challenges, and first responder or veteran-related stress. She speaks English and works with clients located in Texas under her LPC credential.
How Crystal Uses Her Approaches Online
Crystal uses client-centered therapy to make sure the person’s concerns guide each session. That means conversations focus on what feels important and the therapist follows the client’s lead to set goals and priorities.She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy, which looks at thinking and behavior patterns that keep stress, anxiety, or anger going. CBT offers clear exercises and small experiments people can try between sessions to notice change.
Mindfulness techniques are introduced to help with emotional regulation and staying present. These are practical tools for calming intense feelings and reducing reactivity in tense moments.
Choosing the right mix of methods is collaborative. Crystal will talk through options, try approaches, and adjust based on what works for the person’s goals, preferences, and day-to-day life.
Session format details are not specified in the profile, so confirm current online session options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they can fit therapy into a workday, avoid travel time, or choose a shorter check-in when needed. Online meetings can make it easier to attend regularly and practice new skills between sessions.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger-related problems does she help with?
She works with irritability, losing temper with loved ones, built-up resentment, and anger that affects relationships or work. Anger is listed among several concerns she addresses.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is relaxed and conversational while maintaining professional boundaries. She adapts methods to fit the person's needs.
How much experience does she have?
She has 10 years of counseling experience, including early work in a psychiatric hospital and ongoing work with military clients and families.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas and holds a master’s in Community Counseling from Webster University.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to schedule?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.