Zhirsty Sosefina Buenaflor
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, MHP, LMHCA
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (253) 544-4943
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.
I am trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), cultural competency, LGBTQIA+ affirming care, Law & Ethics, HIPAA compliance, and OCVA training. I integrate evidence-based practices with empathy, mindfulness, and culturally responsive care to meet each client’s unique needs.
You do not have to navigate life’s challenges alone. I am honored to walk alongside my clients as they build healthier relationships, develop practical tools, and create meaningful change in their lives.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Zhirsty Sosefina Buenaflor now - (253) 544-4943
Let's Connect (253) 544-4943
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Couple Sessions $225
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Apple Cash, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Wire, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- Aetna Medicare
- Aetna Student Health
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Cigna Medicare
- Community Health Plan of Washington
- ComPsych
- Coordinated Care
- First Choice Health | FCH
- First Health
- Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
- Healthcare Management Administrators
- Humana
- Humana Dual Medicare and Medicaid
- Humana Medicare
- Kaiser (Out-of-Network)
- LifeWise
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Military OneSource
- Molina Healthcare
- Optum
- Premera Blue Cross
- Providence
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Regence
- TRICARE
- TriWest
- UnitedHealthcare / Optum Medicaid
- UnitedHealthcare / Optum Medicare
- UnitedHealthcare Student Resources
- Zelis Healthcare
- Out of Network
Zhirsty Sosefina Buenaflor
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, MHP, LMHCA
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Washington / MHCA.MC.60819567 Zhirsty-Sosefina Laulu
- In Practice for 9 years
- Attended Saint Martins University , Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology , Graduated 2017
- License: LMHCA MC60819567 / 2017
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Zhirsty Sosefina Buenaflor
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, MHP, LMHCA
Email me or call with questions - (253) 544-4943
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Career Counseling
- Caregivers
- Child
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Family Conflict
- First Responders
- Grief
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Zhirsty Sosefina Buenaflor
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, MHP, LMHCA
Email me or call with questions - (253) 544-4943
Part of Thoughtful Counseling Group
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Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Ethnicity
Mixed Race ,
Pacific Islander
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Ethnicity
Mixed Race ,
Pacific Islander
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Expressive Arts
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Gottman Method
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Zhirsty Sosefina Buenaflor
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, MHP, LMHCA
Email me or call with questions - (253) 544-4943
Location
Zhirsty Sosefina Buenaflor
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, MHP, LMHCA
Take the first step to help. Call now - (253) 544-4943