Chris A. Burkland

Chris A. Burkland

He/Him/His

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC Specialties Insurance & Fees Locations
Washington Accepting Online
Bellevue Accepting In-person
Updated August 10, 2023

Specialties & Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Men's issues
  • Stress management
  • Life purpose & meaning

Professional statement

Chris is a licensed mental health counselor in located in Bellevue, WA. He specializes in stress/depression/anxiety, men’s issues, and the intersection of mental health and alcohol/chemical dependency issues.

Chris received his MA in Counseling Psychology from the University of Minnesota in 2008 and promptly moved to the Seattle/Bellevue area. He has been providing therapy in community-based, agency, and now private practice settings in the state of Washington for the past 15 years. He uses primarily a strengths-based and person-centered approach in session and works with adults (aged 18+).

Chris is available Thursdays and Fridays for in-person sessions at 1400 112th Ave. SE, Bellevue, WA 98004, and via telehealth on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. He accepts Premera and Cigna insurance as well as out of network plans.

Please contact with any questions or for an informal 15 minute phone consultation!


Specialties

Addiction - Coping with emotional discomfort and suffering; reducing or abstaining from unwanted behaviors such as unhealthy gambling or shopping

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Men's issues - Expertise in working with adult men; providing a safe and understanding space to address life challenges and promote physical and mental health

Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others

Life purpose & meaning - Exploring one’s beliefs and values around life purpose, meaning, and spirituality; addressing the barriers to living a life that feels fulfilling, including instigating change or developing new habits




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Insurance

  • Cigna
  • Premera Blue Cross

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions: $140 (50min)
  • Sliding scale: $40 - $140

Location(s)

Online Sessions (Washington)
Accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon Telehealth 10am-3pm
  • Tue Telehealth 10am-5pm
  • Wed Telehealth 10am-3pm
  • Thu In-person 10am-5pm
  • Fri In-person 10am-3pm
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed

Bellevue practice
1400 112TH AVE SE, STE 100, Bellevue, Washington 98004
Accepting new clients in-person
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon Telehealth 10am-3pm
  • Tue Telehealth 10am-5pm
  • Wed Telehealth 10am-3pm
  • Thu In-person 10am-5pm
  • Fri In-Person 10am-3pm
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 15 years

Chris Burkland Counseling, Mental Health Therapist, 2021 - Present
PRO Sports Club, Mental Health Therapist, 2014 - 2021
Associated Behavioral Healthcare, Clinical Supervisor, 2012 - 2014
Sound Mental Health, Community Mental Health Therapist, 2008 - 2012

University of Minnesota, MA, 2008
Macalester College, BA, 2003


Licensure

Washington: LH60198099


Languages

English

French