About Mindful Counseling, PLLC

Joel D. Stephens, LICSW/LCSW

Excepting Clients within the State of Washington and Oregon

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing telehealth therapy in Washington and Oregon, I bring over three decades of experience grounded in warmth, authenticity, and evidence-based care.

My integrative approach draws from person-centered therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness-based counseling, motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and cognitive processing therapy (CPT). These approaches allow me to meet each client exactly where they are—helping them cultivate self-awareness, resilience, and meaningful growth at their own pace.

I specialize in working with individuals navigating depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, life transitions, and other mental health challenges. Through compassionate and strength-based therapy, I help clients develop practical tools to manage emotional and physical pain while rediscovering balance, clarity, and purpose.

My work is guided by three core values that reflect both my philosophy and my practice:

• Life Before Death – embracing meaning and purpose in the present.

• Strength Before Weakness – focusing on what empowers and uplifts.

• Journey Before Destination – honoring growth as an ongoing process.

These principles shape a safe, nonjudgmental, and deeply human space where healing can unfold naturally. Therapy with me is a collaborative partnership built on trust, understanding, and respect for your unique path.

At Mindful Counseling, your story matters. Together, we’ll create space for healing, discovery, and lasting change—one mindful step at a time.