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Sister Deotila Takulyabwani
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
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Sister Deotila Takulyabwani

Counselor, MA, LMHCA (she, her)

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Lacey, WA 98503
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As a Counselor, I adhere to the unique hallmarks of my profession with a focus on health and wellness of the whole person, including my role in promoting advocacy, reflective empowerment and balanced well-being. My practice is inclusive and comprises working with individuals, couples and groups. This involves working with adolescents and adults who struggle with singular and multi-dimensional mental health issues (i.e., ADHD, OCD, Adult diagnosed with Autism) and marriage/relationship problems.
My approach is informed by numerous modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Trauma Informed Care (TIC), Unconditional positive regard, and Accurate empathy. I also use The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work concepts to help couples navigate, repair and rebuild their relationships.
I believe that as each person gains a better understanding of themselves and can learn to Identify their own ways of thinking and behavior, regardless of the stress, frustration, suffering and societal/cultural confusions in life, together we become people who value, learn and grow from all that life has to offer.
Call or Sister Deotila Takulyabwani now for a free 15 minute consultation - (360) 564-5296

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Circle in a Square Counseling

Lacey, WA 98503

(360) 564-5296

Circle In A Square Counseling

Lacey, WA 98503

My website
I offer therapy sessions online via Simple Practice platform/video. I am available Mondays, Tuesday's and Thursdays from 11 am - 6pm.
I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Emotional Disturbance and Trauma and PTSD 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Let's Connect (360) 564-5296
Photo of Sister Deotila Takulyabwani, Counselor, MA, LMHCA

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Circle in a Square Counseling

Lacey, WA 98503

(360) 564-5296

Circle In A Square Counseling

Lacey, WA 98503

My website
I offer therapy sessions online via Simple Practice platform/video. I am available Mondays, Tuesday's and Thursdays from 11 am - 6pm.
I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Emotional Disturbance and Trauma and PTSD 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Apple Cash, Visa

Insurance

  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare
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Services may be covered in full or in part by your health insurance or employee benefit plan. Please contact your individual insurance plan to ensure you have mental health benefits and verify coverage. Please reach out with any questions, I am happy to support you and make therapy affordable.
Photo of Sister Deotila Takulyabwani, Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Sister Deotila Takulyabwani
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (360) 564-5296
"
Services may be covered in full or in part by your health insurance or employee benefit plan. Please contact your individual insurance plan to ensure you have mental health benefits and verify coverage. Please reach out with any questions, I am happy to support you and make therapy affordable.
Photo of Sister Deotila Takulyabwani, Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Sister Deotila Takulyabwani
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (360) 564-5296

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Washington / 61582811 Deotila Takulyabwani

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 2 years
  • Attended Saint Martin's University, Master of Art in Counseling, Graduated 2024

    • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Intensive Training: Cognitive Processing Therapy: An Evidence-Based Approach to Treat PTSD NBCC: SP-4701 / 2025
  • Degree/Diploma from St. Augustine University of Tanzania Medical Degree / 2016
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I have 3 years of experience helping adults and adolescents who struggle with mental health issues and couples in crisis. I am licensed mental health counselor associate in WA, and I have over 20 years of experience working as medical doctor in Tanzania.
Photo of Sister Deotila Takulyabwani, Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Sister Deotila Takulyabwani
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (360) 564-5296
"
I have 3 years of experience helping adults and adolescents who struggle with mental health issues and couples in crisis. I am licensed mental health counselor associate in WA, and I have over 20 years of experience working as medical doctor in Tanzania.
Photo of Sister Deotila Takulyabwani, Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Sister Deotila Takulyabwani
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (360) 564-5296

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Marital and Premarital
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Autism
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Infertility
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Harming
  • Spirituality
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
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I work with couples who struggle to build a sound relationship, trust or commitment related to their childhood/adulthood attachment trauma. During our initial sessions, we will thorough explore your critical issues, create a plan that would help you build/rebuild a happy relationship. Most of my clients improve their attunement and love maps within first month and maintain them thereafter.
Photo of Sister Deotila Takulyabwani, Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Sister Deotila Takulyabwani
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (360) 564-5296
"
I work with couples who struggle to build a sound relationship, trust or commitment related to their childhood/adulthood attachment trauma. During our initial sessions, we will thorough explore your critical issues, create a plan that would help you build/rebuild a happy relationship. Most of my clients improve their attunement and love maps within first month and maintain them thereafter.
Photo of Sister Deotila Takulyabwani, Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Sister Deotila Takulyabwani
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (360) 564-5296

Endorsement

Isabella Segovia
Isabella Segovia
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate , LMHCA, MA
Sister Deotila offers truly client-centered care, meeting each person with empathy, respect, and thoughtful guidance. Her empowering approach helps clients understand themselves, grow with confidence, and build healthier relationships.

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Single Parent

Ethnicity

Black and African American , 
Native American

I also speak

Kiswahili/Swahili

Religion

Christian

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Single Parent

Ethnicity

Black and African American , 
Native American

I also speak

Kiswahili/Swahili

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Family / Marital
  • Gottman Method
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused
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I usually use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Gottman Method in my practice. While I mostly use these methods, your needs are the focus of the therapy, we will navigate what works best for you and decide right ways to help you grow. With DBT you will learn mindfulness, how to regulate negative emotions, tolerate distress, and create healthy relationships
Photo of Sister Deotila Takulyabwani, Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Sister Deotila Takulyabwani
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (360) 564-5296
"
I usually use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Gottman Method in my practice. While I mostly use these methods, your needs are the focus of the therapy, we will navigate what works best for you and decide right ways to help you grow. With DBT you will learn mindfulness, how to regulate negative emotions, tolerate distress, and create healthy relationships
Photo of Sister Deotila Takulyabwani, Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Sister Deotila Takulyabwani
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (360) 564-5296

Location

Primary Location

Circle in a Square Counseling

Lacey, WA 98503

(360) 564-5296

Email Me

My website

Additional Location

Circle In A Square Counseling

Lacey, WA 98503

(360) 564-5296

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

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I offer therapy sessions online via Simple Practice platform/video. I am available Mondays, Tuesday's and Thursdays from 11 am - 6pm.
Photo of Sister Deotila Takulyabwani, Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Sister Deotila Takulyabwani
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Call for a free consultation now - (360) 564-5296
"
I offer therapy sessions online via Simple Practice platform/video. I am available Mondays, Tuesday's and Thursdays from 11 am - 6pm.
Photo of Sister Deotila Takulyabwani, Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Sister Deotila Takulyabwani
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Call for a free consultation now - (360) 564-5296