Jim  Dunn
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Jim Dunn

He/Him/His

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC Specialties Insurance & Fees Locations
Washington Accepting Online
Eastlake Office Accepting In-person

Currently accepting clients on referral basis.

Updated November 3, 2023

Specialties & Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Mindfulness
  • Trauma
  • Parenting
  • Existential crisis

Professional statement

Jim Dunn is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Seattle, WA who enjoys working with a wide range of clients, including children, teens, college students, adults, families, and parents. He helps children and their families learn how to overcome challenges and better manage their symptoms. He also works with teens as they prepare for adulthood and deal with the challenges that come with getting older. He has experience in a number of different areas, including anxiety, depression, existential crisis, parenting, and trauma.

Jim takes a trauma-informed approach and is also trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). His sessions are client-led, and he does not push his clients to discuss something before they are ready. Jim also incorporates mindfulness practices when appropriate. When working with children, Jim focuses on attachment and teaches both his client and their parents how to develop healthier coping strategies. He takes an individualized approach that takes into account a child’s support system and home life. Many of his young clients are having trouble either at home or at school (or both).

Jim offers a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel comfortable sharing their deepest thoughts. Before starting his private practice, Jim worked at a community mental health clinic for five years where he worked with a variety of clients.


Message to clients

Finding a therapist that won't judge you, won't be critical, and will be with you for every step of your recovery is important. For an hour a week you can just be yourself and we can work on the aspects of your growth you want to.


Specialties

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

Mindfulness - Bringing one's attention to experiences occurring in the present moment

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

Parenting - Helping parents develop and implement strategies to address challenges that arise throughout childrearing; managing stress and increasing support

Existential crisis - Supportive exploration of meaning and purpose in one’s life; finding one’s path in the face of existential anxiety, dread, and feelings of meaninglessness




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Children (<12)
  • Families
  • Parents
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Kaiser
  • Kaiser Permanente HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente PPO
  • LifeWise
  • Magellan Health
  • Premera Blue Cross

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions: $150 (50min)
  • Initial session: $150 (50min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Check
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Every other week

Location(s)

Eastlake Office practice
2021 Minor Ave E, Suite 7, Seattle, Washington 98102
Accepting new clients in-person
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 10-7
  • Tue Closed
  • Wed 10-7
  • Thu 10-7
  • Fri Closed
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun 10-4

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 10-7
  • Tue 10-6
  • Wed 10-7
  • Thu 10-7
  • Fri Closed
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun 10-4

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 13 years

Private Practice, 2018 - Present
Comprehensive Healthcare, 2015 - 2018
Carlbrook School, 2012 - 2015
SW Behavioral Health, 2010 - 2012
Porter Co Family Counseling, 2010
Midwest Center Youth & Families, 2009 - 2010

Valparaiso University, MA CHMC, 2010
CSU Chico, BA, 2006


Licensure

Washington: LH60603730


Languages

English