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Joslyne Counselman

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Joslyne Counselman
Financial Advisor
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FIC, RICP®, BFA™
Part of the Financial Synergy Group practice
Women's Markets
Tax Efficient Planning
Young Families
Retirement Planning
Who is Joslyne the Financial Advisor?
Who is Joslyne the Financial Advisor?

I'm proud to be a member of the Thrivent team since 2014. My passion centers around empowering my clients to pursue their financial dreams, no matter how big or small. I realize that finances can be emotional, and making decisions that are consistent with your values is one of the most difficult parts of achieving long-term financial goals. The good news is that I'm here to help with that! Working together with me as a guide, my clients feel more confident that they are progressing towards their financial goals while still honoring what is most important to them.


As someone who's married to a professor, I find value in constantly learning and refining my skills. I recently received my Retirement Income Certified Professional designation from American College, and I look forward to helping you explore the options for your future.

Who is Joslyne personally?
Who is Joslyne personally?

Outside of the office, I stay busy with family, friends, volunteering, and getting outside. I lead a non-profit organization with a great group called the North Allegheny Woman's Association (NAWA), which aims to unite, empower, and strengthen women in our area. I am proudly married to my husband, Josh, and we recently became homeowners in the North Hills of Pittsburgh! We love spending time with our “pet kids,” Simba, Bolt, Cutch, Benny and Rose. Our active lives outside of our careers keep us running (literally!) all over the country. To date, we have run anywhere from 5Ks to full marathons in 16 states, hoping to complete a race in each of the 50 states in our lifetime. Outside of traveling, you can find us supporting our local pro soccer club the Pittsburgh Riverhounds, imbibing at a local brewery, or exploring the great outdoors.

My "Why"
My "Why"

The day after my 19th birthday, I lost my dad unexpectedly at the young age of 46. My mom had raised me and my brother all our lives while my dad worked outside the home. With his passing, she instantly became responsible for playing both “mom and dad” overnight, and that quickly felt overwhelming. My dad owned his own business, so naturally we trusted that he took care of our personal finances just as well. Unfortunately, he did not have life insurance, and my family was doubly faced with grief and financial uncertainty. Thankfully, we had mounds of emotional support from friends and family to help us get back on our feet again. Nevertheless, I wish someone had shared with him how to plan for the unexpected. As a result, helping people be wise with money, no matter what stage of life or income level, is extremely important to me. 

Living Generously in Pittsburgh
Living Generously in Pittsburgh
  • Chair/President, North Allegheny Women’s Association
  • Board Member, Al’s Bike Drive
  • Volunteer, Allegheny County Parks Foundation
  • Volunteer, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Western PA
Education & Accomplishments
Education & Accomplishments
  • FINRA Series 7 General Securities Representative
  • FINRA Series 63 Uniform Securities Agent State Law
  • FINRA Series 65 Uniform Investment Adviser Law
  • Life & Health Insurance Licenses
  • Retirement Income Certified Professional
  • Bachelor of Arts, Mathematics, Thiel College
  • Bachelor of Science, Actuarial Science, Thiel College
My qualifications
  • Fraternal Insurance Counselor
  • Retirement Income Certified Professional®
  • Behavioral Financial Advisor™
  • Series 6 - Investment Company Products and Variable Contracts Limited Representative
  • Series 7 - General Securities Representative
  • Series 63 - Licensed Securities Agent
  • Series 65 - Investment Adviser Representative
My state licenses
  • Arizona
  • Colorado
  • Delaware
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Illinois
  • Indiana
  • Maryland
  • Michigan
  • New Jersey
  • New York
  • North Carolina
  • Ohio
  • South Carolina
  • Texas
  • Utah
  • Virginia
  • West Virginia
  • Wisconsin

Insights

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🏡 Every Home Has a Story.🏡 Our story has always been about helping people build a meaningful future while serving the community we call home. Now we're excited to begin a new chapter in a new space. During Grand Opening Week, we'll be celebrating not just a new office, but the relationships, memories, and community connections that have made this milestone possible. Thank you for being part of our journey. We look forward to welcoming you to our new home. Here's to new beginnings and many years of serving our community together! #OpeningOurNewHome #GrandOpeningWeek #FSG #Thrivent #CommunityFirst
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❤️ Grandparents Help Build More Than Memories ❤️ From sharing family traditions to helping shape future generations, grandparents leave a lasting impact on the lives of those they love. Grandparents are often thinking not only about today, but also about the future of their children and grandchildren. Their generosity, guidance, and planning help create lasting legacies for years to come. This Grandparents Day, we celebrate the wonderful grandparents in our community and the difference they make every day. Happy Grandparents Day! 👵👴 #GrandparentsDay #FamilyLegacy #GenerationalPlanning #ProtectWhatMatters #FSG
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A little sneak peek of something we’ve been working on… 👀🏢 Next month, FSG will officially have a new home! Yesterday our team got to walk through the space together and see all of the progress being made. Right now there are ladders, exposed ceilings, unfinished walls and plenty of construction dust but it’s getting easier and easier to picture the welcoming space this will soon become. We’ve put a lot of thought into creating an office that feels comfortable, collaborative, and inviting for the clients and families we have the privilege of serving, and we are SO excited to watch it all come together. There’s still a little work to do between these photos and the finished product… 😉 but we can’t wait to welcome you in. And stay tuned — we’ll be sharing our Grand Opening details next week! 🎉 #ThriventFSG #NewOffice #ComingSoon #PittsburghBusiness
Join us at an upcoming eventWe’d love to have the opportunity to meet you. We host financial workshops, volunteer opportunities and Thrivent market updates.
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FSG Office Grand Opening WeekOct 12, 2026, 2:00 PM UTC - Oct 16, 2026, 9:00 PM UTC
9576 Perry Hwy, Suite 102, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
The Financial Synergy Group is moving into their own office! To celebrate our new space we will be hosting an office grand opening week October 12th - October 16th, and we would love for you to stop in! More information to come! 
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Office location
Allison Park Location
1736 Ferguson Rd
Allison Park, PA 15101
Phone412-748-0625Hours

M – Th: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

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Thrivent provides advice and guidance through its Financial Planning Framework that generally includes a review and analysis of a client’s financial situation. A client may choose to further their planning engagement with Thrivent through its Dedicated Planning Services (an investment advisory service) that results in written recommendations for a fee.

Designations
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