Thoughtful Counseling Group

Meet our Team

Meet your Therapists

Deanna Brown, MA, LMHC

Pronouns: She/her/hers

Message from Deanna: 

"It is our goal at Thoughtful Counseling Group to serve the needs of our community using only evidence based modalities of treatment for our clients' care.  My approach to counseling is compassionate, non-judgemental, respectful and person-centered. My goal is to create a safe space where each person can share, grow, and heal. Whatever difficulties you may be experiencing, they do not define who you are."

Jessica Tate, MA, LMFT

Pronouns: She/her/hers

Message from Jessica: 

"I use different techniques to help you better understand how past experiences are interfering and affecting your present. We will work together in identifying those patterns of behavior passed from one generation to the next that are creating hurt or leaving you in a never-ending loop. As human being we have the great capacity to take our experiences in life and create meaning that can either empower or disempower us. My goal is to help you gain the skills that will empower you to create positive meaning; help heal old wounds, and take charge of your life."

Andrea Tuliao, MSW, LICSW

Pronouns: She/her/hers

Message from Andrea

"Going through life can involve a lot of unexpected feelings and experiences. My therapeutic approach is warm, compassionate, client centered, collaborative, and a safe space to explore your thoughts, feelings, trauma, and life experiences as you move forward in life. I am from the Pacific Northwest. I love coffee, airplanes, traveling, spending time with my family, and being outside. I look forward to partnering with you wherever you might be starting from. "

Xyolanda Langston, MA, LMHC 

Pronouns: She/her/hers

Message from Xyolanda

"As a strengths-based, justice-oriented therapist, I value consent, compassionate, and collaboration. This means therapy moves at your pace. It is my goal to create a respectful therapeutic environment where you feel safe and well supported in the process of building solutions that fit your unique needs and circumstances."


Dion Kaapana, MA, LMHC 

Pronouns: He/him/his

Message from Dion

"I offer appropriate resources for everyone and want to make sure, at all times, that my clients feel safe to focus on their mental health needs. I believe that getting to know the whole person and meeting them where they are is the best way to grow and heal. I am looking forward to walking through this life journey with you through caring and compassion as our guide. Things that make us different are the things that make you special."

Violet Price, MA, LMHCA 

Pronouns: She/her/hers

Message from Violet

"My approach to counseling to provide you with a safe warm environment in which you can in which you can explore your past trauma and heal, in order to become a healthier happier version of yourself."



Daniel Foss, MA, LMHCA

Pronouns: He/him/His

Message from Dan

"Trauma comes out in many different ways for the individuals I treat.  Let's put together the goals that best suit your goals and life to best help you get better and feel better."


Melissa Lowe, MSW, LICSWA

Pronouns: She/her/hers

Message from Melissa: 

"One in 400,000,000,000,000: that’s the odds that you'd be born. You are significant; you were meant to be here. I am honored to be a small part of your journey. It is my intention to serve those who come to me with unparalleled respect and acceptance while guiding them with honest communication and insights."

Annie Sturtewagen, MA, LMHCA

Pronouns: They/them/theirs


Message from Annie

"I am truly looking forward to meeting you and discovering how we can best collaborate.  I'm grateful to assist in your journey towards positive change.  With a focus on personalized support, understanding, and creativity, we can work together to untangle life’s problems and come to a place of healing and growth."




Roger Hoeschen, MA, LMHCA

Pronouns: He/him/his


Message from Roger

"Life is a gift and is meant to be lived to the fullest. My desire is to help my clients discover what this means to them and to help overcome the obstacles keeping them from living their best life."


MA Candidates

Mackenzie Sienkiewich, MA

Pronouns: She/her/hers

Message from Mackenzie

 "My goal is to create a safe space for my clients to express, uncover, and discover the many facets that make up their unique being. Through compassionate, authentic conversation, we can work together to heal old wounds, mend broken relationships, and establish new, healthy thought patterns. "





D. Steven Lim, MN, ARNP

Pronouns: He/him/his

Message from Steve

"I believe that the journey towards better health is best supported by the connection of mind, body, and spirit. Similarly, the path to a better world involves personal growth and healing, while also addressing the interconnection between individual, family, and community. I approach each individual with curiosity and compassion, and the understanding that some days, it can be quite hard to be a person."




Angela Meach, MA

Pronouns: She/her/hers


Message from Angela: 

"My objective is to assist clients in constructing their abilities. I want to create a collaborative safe space for clients to grow and recognize their potential. Through a healthy therapeutic relationship, I hope to assist in my client’s healing journey. You matter and deserve to be here."

Quarazine Orato, MA

Pronouns: She/her/hers


Message from Quarazine: 

"I am dedicated to fostering a supportive and secure environment for all my clients, prioritizing their well-being. Through diligent efforts, I strive to establish a positive atmosphere conducive to personal growth. My primary objective is to collaboratively facilitate the journey towards self-improvement, ensuring that each client's voice is consistently acknowledged and valued."

Operations/Customer Service

Shelby Gentry 

Behavioral Health Care Receptionist/Biller Lead

Pronouns: She/her/hers

Message from Shelby

I'm hoping that working with the amazing team that I have, I'll be able to strive for my best self. I'm honored to be a part of this team and cannot wait to work with everyone I interact with! 

About Shelby:

Shelby has experience under her belt with customer service, medical reception, ABA specialist and working with groups of all ages. She is currently looking to attend an online university to gain her masters degree in psychology. Shelby plans on one day becoming a counselor for all ages hoping to make an impact on the upcoming generation. She brings communication, genuineness, kindness and warmth to our group practice. Shelby is our lead receptionist here with us, bringing to the table scheduling, registration, check-in and check-out, and billing support. 

Kolten Immel

Behavioral Health Care Receptionist/Biller 

Pronouns: He/him/his


About Kolten:

Kolten Immel received his bachelor's degree in psychology from Washington State University. He has a few years of experience working in the mental health community, and he is looking to go back to school to obtain his masters degree in counseling psychology. He has experience working with adolescents through depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. He brings a compassionate, insightful, and calm presence to our practice. Kolten is currently one of our wonderful receptionists and soon hopes to assist our therapists in biofeedback therapy.

Managers

Eric Brown, Building Manager 

Pronouns: He/him/his

Mr. Brown is responsible for the coordination and management of Thoughtful Counseling Group's general building security, safety, maintenance, and welfare of occupants. He oversees the day-to-day activities in the building and the repairs of the facilities.