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Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Photo of Cristina Mullen - Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW

Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW (she, her)

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Seattle, WA 98118
Let's Connect (206) 752-6263
Photo of Cristina Mullen - Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
My ideal client experiences the world from an emotionally sensitive lens, they are often called to help others, and yet find themselves overwhelmed with the pain of those they are empathically resonating with. My clients tend to have strong emotions across the spectrum - some experience the emotions as an obstacle in their lives - interrupting value-based goals. Often my clients have experienced significant trauma or the trauma of an insensitive binary world. I have in depth training in the emotion system, self-regulation with evidence based tools including CBT, mindfulness, compassion practices and more.
My core practice is in the application of mindfulness to healing, first through DBT, and then other mindfulness based therapies for depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and self acceptance. The common underpinning is a focus on the emotion system and a balance between accepting of life as it is and tools for changing what we can - all held in kindness.
As both a provider and a utilizer of therapy, I know it can be a long and frustrating path to find a provider that ticks all the boxes. Do not give up. Your well-being matters. Even when we are experiencing deep isolation, in unseen ways, you are connected to others in large and small ways. I am glad that you are trying to meet your needs. Don't give up.
Call or Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT now for a free 15 minute consultation - (206) 752-6263

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Seattle, WA 98118

(206) 752-6263
I am currently offering telehealth services and have found many clients enjoy the accessibility offered as well as the effectiveness.
I specialize in Borderline Personality (BPD), Bipolar Disorder and Anxiety 
$225 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  
Let's Connect (206) 752-6263
Photo of Cristina Mullen - Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Seattle, WA 98118

(206) 752-6263
I am currently offering telehealth services and have found many clients enjoy the accessibility offered as well as the effectiveness.
I specialize in Borderline Personality (BPD), Bipolar Disorder and Anxiety 
$225 Per Session  
I see individuals and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $225
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle
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Sliding scale may be offered. To consider eligibility, consider below: Is my family above average in income for the area? Do I treat myself to going out weekly? Would therapy require a sacrifice of extra's or in necessities? If it would cause a sacrifice of necessities, then ask.
Photo of Cristina Mullen - Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 752-6263
"
Sliding scale may be offered. To consider eligibility, consider below: Is my family above average in income for the area? Do I treat myself to going out weekly? Would therapy require a sacrifice of extra's or in necessities? If it would cause a sacrifice of necessities, then ask.
Photo of Cristina Mullen - Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 752-6263

Qualifications

    Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Cristina Mullen

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Washington / LW 00004112 Cristina Mullen
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 33 years
  • Attended Arizona State University, Master in Social Work, Graduated 1991
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program - Spirit Rock 2021
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I was a research therapist at Harborview & UW DBT clinics, I completed the Intensive with Linehan in 2001 and supervise/train DBT providers.
Photo of Cristina Mullen - Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 752-6263
"
I was a research therapist at Harborview & UW DBT clinics, I completed the Intensive with Linehan in 2001 and supervise/train DBT providers.
Photo of Cristina Mullen - Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 752-6263

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • Accessing creativity and joy
  • Anger Management
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Chronic Pain
  • Communication and relationship
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Personality Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I am an advanced level DBT practitioner as well as a certified Mindfulness Teacher. I combine my training in CBT and Mindfulness in my Psychotherapy practice. Clients describe my style as warm and engaged. I both listen deeply and offer useful tools for overcoming formerly intransigent behavioral and emotional stuck points. I am trained in trauma work, as well as tx for anxiety and depression.
Photo of Cristina Mullen - Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 752-6263
"
I am an advanced level DBT practitioner as well as a certified Mindfulness Teacher. I combine my training in CBT and Mindfulness in my Psychotherapy practice. Clients describe my style as warm and engaged. I both listen deeply and offer useful tools for overcoming formerly intransigent behavioral and emotional stuck points. I am trained in trauma work, as well as tx for anxiety and depression.
Photo of Cristina Mullen - Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 752-6263

Endorsement

Brian Kimmel Guidance Center
Brian Kimmel Guidance Center
CounselorMALMHCR-DMTMHP
Thoughtful, skilled practitioner specializing in mindfulness and DBT. Cristina is a compassionate listener, warm spirit, and enthusiastic guide. I know her as someone who has helped me strengthen my skills in deep listening and compassionate action.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Religion

Buddhist

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Religion

Buddhist

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Certified Mindfulness Teacher and Coachi
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Prolonged Exposure Therapy
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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I am a mindfulness based therapist and have intensive experience with people experiencing challenges regulating their emotion systems whether due to trauma, being born highly sensitive to stimuli both internal or external or having strong emotional responses. I teach mindfulness, compassion practices, somatic practices and building inner support systems to enable my clients to live their values.
Photo of Cristina Mullen - Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 752-6263
"
I am a mindfulness based therapist and have intensive experience with people experiencing challenges regulating their emotion systems whether due to trauma, being born highly sensitive to stimuli both internal or external or having strong emotional responses. I teach mindfulness, compassion practices, somatic practices and building inner support systems to enable my clients to live their values.
Photo of Cristina Mullen - Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (206) 752-6263

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Seattle, WA 98118

(206) 752-6263

Nearby Areas

Counties

Zips

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I am currently offering telehealth services and have found many clients enjoy the accessibility offered as well as the effectiveness.
Photo of Cristina Mullen - Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Call for a free consultation now - (206) 752-6263
"
I am currently offering telehealth services and have found many clients enjoy the accessibility offered as well as the effectiveness.
Photo of Cristina Mullen - Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Columbia City MIndfulness and DBT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Call for a free consultation now - (206) 752-6263