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102 23rd Ave SE Ste A, Puyallup, WA 98372
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At Thoughtful Counseling Group we will walk alongside you in your journey of healing, hope, and recovery. Providing highly effective researched therapeutic treatment individualized to each client's needs. Our mentality is to provide comprehensive services to families, teens, couples, children, adults, and groups to promote community mental health.

Our Team

Dr. Deanna Brown
Counselor, MA, LMHC, PsyD, PhD
10 Endorsed
Puyallup, WA 98372
Accepting New Patients in my practice with afternoon, day, morning, evening slots available Telehealth and In person. I am a proud Army Veteran working in the field of counseling since 2015. I have experience working with combat veterans, CPS, couples, children, teens, adults, families, first responders, LGBTQ community, Licensed Approved Supervisor to Supervise Therapists, and a prior Director of a Psychiatric Hospital. I specialize in Autism Assessments, ADHD assessments, Psychedelic Ketamine and THC Guided Therapy which is billed at private pay all other treatments cab be billed with insurances using therapists at our practice.
Accepting New Patients in my practice with afternoon, day, morning, evening slots available Telehealth and In person. I am a proud Army Veteran working in the field of counseling since 2015. I have experience working with combat veterans, CPS, couples, children, teens, adults, families, first responders, LGBTQ community, Licensed Approved Supervisor to Supervise Therapists, and a prior Director of a Psychiatric Hospital. I specialize in Autism Assessments, ADHD assessments, Psychedelic Ketamine and THC Guided Therapy which is billed at private pay all other treatments cab be billed with insurances using therapists at our practice.
(206) 717-8722 View (206) 717-8722
Zhirsty Sosefina Buenaflor
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, MHP, LMHCA
Online Only
As a Samoan LMHCA therapist, I believe mental health should be at the forefront of wellness, healing, and growth. I provide a supportive, culturally aware, and nonjudgmental space for teens, adults, couples, first responders, athletes & mothers navigating postpartum challenges. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and real. I understand that seeking support can feel vulnerable, especially when balancing family, cultural expectations, work demands, or personal struggles. Together, we work to identify patterns that may be keeping you stuck while building healthy coping skills, emotional awareness, confidence, and resilience.
As a Samoan LMHCA therapist, I believe mental health should be at the forefront of wellness, healing, and growth. I provide a supportive, culturally aware, and nonjudgmental space for teens, adults, couples, first responders, athletes & mothers navigating postpartum challenges. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and real. I understand that seeking support can feel vulnerable, especially when balancing family, cultural expectations, work demands, or personal struggles. Together, we work to identify patterns that may be keeping you stuck while building healthy coping skills, emotional awareness, confidence, and resilience.
(253) 544-4943 View (253) 544-4943
Jessica Elkins
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate
3 Endorsed
Puyallup, WA 98372
My ideal client may be struggling with anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship issues, grief, or feeling stuck during a life transition. They may feel overwhelmed, emotionally disconnected, or unsure how to move forward. Often, they want relief, clarity, and healthier relationships, but don’t know where to start. They are seeking therapy to better understand themselves, develop coping skills, and create a more balanced, meaningful life.
My ideal client may be struggling with anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship issues, grief, or feeling stuck during a life transition. They may feel overwhelmed, emotionally disconnected, or unsure how to move forward. Often, they want relief, clarity, and healthier relationships, but don’t know where to start. They are seeking therapy to better understand themselves, develop coping skills, and create a more balanced, meaningful life.
(253) 987-5561 View (253) 987-5561
Stephan Westcott
Pre-Licensed Professional
1 Endorsed
Puyallup, WA 98372
Not accepting new clients
Regardless of your background, values, identity, or culture, you are welcome here. My aim is to create a warm, safe space where we can collaborate on your goals and work together toward them. I’m here to support you on your unique path toward greater self-understanding, healing, and growth. I work with individuals, couples, families, and groups across the lifespan. I support clients navigating a wide variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, life transitions, career challenges, relationship issues, trauma, and grief.
Regardless of your background, values, identity, or culture, you are welcome here. My aim is to create a warm, safe space where we can collaborate on your goals and work together toward them. I’m here to support you on your unique path toward greater self-understanding, healing, and growth. I work with individuals, couples, families, and groups across the lifespan. I support clients navigating a wide variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, life transitions, career challenges, relationship issues, trauma, and grief.
(253) 340-4677 View (253) 340-4677
Teresa Puleo
Pre-Licensed Professional
3 Endorsed
Federal Way, WA 98003
You’ve carried enough. Maybe it’s anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship struggles, a major life transition, or the weight of family patterns that no longer serve you. I’ve lived enough life to know how much people can carry, often quietly and for a long time. As a first-generation American, I understand the complexities of culture, family expectations, identity, and generational patterns. Together, we’ll make sense of what you’ve been carrying, uncover patterns, and work toward greater clarity, self-trust, and meaningful change.
You’ve carried enough. Maybe it’s anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship struggles, a major life transition, or the weight of family patterns that no longer serve you. I’ve lived enough life to know how much people can carry, often quietly and for a long time. As a first-generation American, I understand the complexities of culture, family expectations, identity, and generational patterns. Together, we’ll make sense of what you’ve been carrying, uncover patterns, and work toward greater clarity, self-trust, and meaningful change.
(253) 544-6356 View (253) 544-6356
Jayla Watje
Pre-Licensed Professional, M.Ed
1 Endorsed
Puyallup, WA 98372
I am a Clinical Mental Health Counseling student committed to creating an affirming and collaborative counseling space where a client can feel understood while also moving toward meaningful change. As a member of the LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent communities, I bring a deep respect for diverse identities and lived experiences. My style is warm but direct and I believe therapy should be a place for honest reflection, thoughtful challenge, and growth. I'll take an active approach to our work together, supporting clients in identifying patterns, develop insight, and turn that insight into meaningful change.
I am a Clinical Mental Health Counseling student committed to creating an affirming and collaborative counseling space where a client can feel understood while also moving toward meaningful change. As a member of the LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent communities, I bring a deep respect for diverse identities and lived experiences. My style is warm but direct and I believe therapy should be a place for honest reflection, thoughtful challenge, and growth. I'll take an active approach to our work together, supporting clients in identifying patterns, develop insight, and turn that insight into meaningful change.
(253) 785-3165 View (253) 785-3165

Location

Primary Location

Thoughtful Counseling Group PLLC

102 23rd Ave SE Ste A

Puyallup, WA 98372

(253) 201-2463