Child Therapists in Hawaii
I specialize in children, adolescents and families but see adults individually as well.
Let's face it. Life is not always a beach. Parenting is the hardest job in the world. Relationships, no matter how good, take lots of work. My practice is designed to help people, whether they be children, adolescents or adults, better address the challenges facing them. Within the context of a therapeutic alliance, the healing takes place. The success of psychotherapy is always related to the match between client and therapist. If that match is a good one, the client will find him or herself in a caring and safe environment and able to explore how to more positively impact their world.
I specialize in children, adolescents and families but see adults individually as well.
Let's face it. Life is not always a beach. Parenting is the hardest job in the world. Relationships, no matter how good, take lots of work. My practice is designed to help people, whether they be children, adolescents or adults, better address the challenges facing them. Within the context of a therapeutic alliance, the healing takes place. The success of psychotherapy is always related to the match between client and therapist. If that match is a good one, the client will find him or herself in a caring and safe environment and able to explore how to more positively impact their world.
Would you like your teen or child to learn how to manage difficult feelings or change? Many youth are dealing with depression, stress, and anxiety. I specialize in teaching fun tools to manage negative thoughts/feelings in order to feel more empowered and confident in life! These self awareness skills help your child to enjoy more healthy relationships with family and their peers. Your child will learn how to apply a positive growth mindset perspective that they may use the rest of their lives. I enjoy collaborating with parents and also have vast experience working with adults (and their inner child) to reach their goals too!
Would you like your teen or child to learn how to manage difficult feelings or change? Many youth are dealing with depression, stress, and anxiety. I specialize in teaching fun tools to manage negative thoughts/feelings in order to feel more empowered and confident in life! These self awareness skills help your child to enjoy more healthy relationships with family and their peers. Your child will learn how to apply a positive growth mindset perspective that they may use the rest of their lives. I enjoy collaborating with parents and also have vast experience working with adults (and their inner child) to reach their goals too!
Moani Silva is an LMFT who was born and raised in Hawaii. She has experience working with people from all different ethnic backgrounds and believes in treating the whole being. She uses a conscious and holistic approach when working with individuals, families and children to help them thrive and experience living life to its fullest. She works to empower clients to awaken their self-guidance system, embrace their authentic selves, open to a life worth living, and step onto their own unique life-path.
Moani Silva is an LMFT who was born and raised in Hawaii. She has experience working with people from all different ethnic backgrounds and believes in treating the whole being. She uses a conscious and holistic approach when working with individuals, families and children to help them thrive and experience living life to its fullest. She works to empower clients to awaken their self-guidance system, embrace their authentic selves, open to a life worth living, and step onto their own unique life-path.
I also utilize shadow work, EMDR, and inner child work, so as to suspend judgement on self and work towards healing and self-growth.
Aloha, and thank you for taking a look at my profile. Feeling stuck? Not sure what narrative about you or this life you should focus on? Intention and manifestation are important pieces, as is acceptance and presence with all of a persons parts. I focus on the parts, the pieces to bring together the wholeness and happiness that are there, just is sometimes challenging to tap into or tap back into.
I also utilize shadow work, EMDR, and inner child work, so as to suspend judgement on self and work towards healing and self-growth.
Aloha, and thank you for taking a look at my profile. Feeling stuck? Not sure what narrative about you or this life you should focus on? Intention and manifestation are important pieces, as is acceptance and presence with all of a persons parts. I focus on the parts, the pieces to bring together the wholeness and happiness that are there, just is sometimes challenging to tap into or tap back into.
If you or your child struggles with a suspected learning disability we are here to help! I can provide assessment, diagnosis and treatment for a wide array of learning disorders including ADHD, Autism, Aspergers and Dyslexia. Call me, I'm here to help and I understand!
If you or your child struggles with a suspected learning disability we are here to help! I can provide assessment, diagnosis and treatment for a wide array of learning disorders including ADHD, Autism, Aspergers and Dyslexia. Call me, I'm here to help and I understand!
Aloha :) Currently accepting new Kaiser Permanente and HMSA clients. I welcome individuals of all backgrounds and life experiences into this shared work. I provide professional therapeutic services to couples, families, individual adults, adolescents, and children addressing a range of clinical issues. I honor wherever you are on your journey and believe in cultivating space, and curiosity as we navigate this path together. I believe that understanding and compassion are vital for building trust, mutual respect, and openness, all of which are essential in forming a therapeutic relationship that can encourage change.
Aloha :) Currently accepting new Kaiser Permanente and HMSA clients. I welcome individuals of all backgrounds and life experiences into this shared work. I provide professional therapeutic services to couples, families, individual adults, adolescents, and children addressing a range of clinical issues. I honor wherever you are on your journey and believe in cultivating space, and curiosity as we navigate this path together. I believe that understanding and compassion are vital for building trust, mutual respect, and openness, all of which are essential in forming a therapeutic relationship that can encourage change.
With 20 years of experience in the field of Marriage and Family Therapy, I am one of the few Japanese-English bilingual, Marriage and Family Therapists in the State of Hawaii. I provide therapeutic services to adults and children with a systemic focus on intercultural relationships, teenagers and their family systems, and preventive care for mothers in various stages of their motherhood. I have led Mauli Ola Care, a private psychotherapeutic practice since 2008 and have also provided clinical supervision for post-graduate therapists for their MFT licensure.
With 20 years of experience in the field of Marriage and Family Therapy, I am one of the few Japanese-English bilingual, Marriage and Family Therapists in the State of Hawaii. I provide therapeutic services to adults and children with a systemic focus on intercultural relationships, teenagers and their family systems, and preventive care for mothers in various stages of their motherhood. I have led Mauli Ola Care, a private psychotherapeutic practice since 2008 and have also provided clinical supervision for post-graduate therapists for their MFT licensure.
When you have stress or trauma in your life, it can feel overwhelming and life can unravel. Your children are acting out, your teen is being suspended or involved with law enforcement, or your younger child won't stop misbehaving at school. These are all stressful family situations that can feel overwhelming to anyone. My passion is to bring healing to people who have been through traumatic or stressful experiences.
When you have stress or trauma in your life, it can feel overwhelming and life can unravel. Your children are acting out, your teen is being suspended or involved with law enforcement, or your younger child won't stop misbehaving at school. These are all stressful family situations that can feel overwhelming to anyone. My passion is to bring healing to people who have been through traumatic or stressful experiences.
Aloha! My name is Leah and I provide counseling to adults, adolescents, and children.
Sometimes we get tired of trying to figure everything out on our own. It can be overwhelming when everyone thinks they know what is best for us. Do you ever wish someone would just listen? It can be so helpful to talk to someone who really listens - without judging us or telling us what to do. The best relationships are ones in which each person is an equal partner. By working together in a kind and supportive manner, constructive strategies can be identified.
Aloha! My name is Leah and I provide counseling to adults, adolescents, and children.
Sometimes we get tired of trying to figure everything out on our own. It can be overwhelming when everyone thinks they know what is best for us. Do you ever wish someone would just listen? It can be so helpful to talk to someone who really listens - without judging us or telling us what to do. The best relationships are ones in which each person is an equal partner. By working together in a kind and supportive manner, constructive strategies can be identified.
Are you a caregiver looking for a therapist for your young child between the ages of 3-8 years old who has experienced trauma (e.g., medical-related trauma, injury, auto accident, near death experience, etc.) or the death of a loved one? Or is your child experiencing a change in their life, and you’re noticing they are not acting quite like themselves? I am here to help my young child clients heal from their experiences- working together with their families towards reducing uncomfortable thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and moving forward to feeling better about themselves and their future.
Are you a caregiver looking for a therapist for your young child between the ages of 3-8 years old who has experienced trauma (e.g., medical-related trauma, injury, auto accident, near death experience, etc.) or the death of a loved one? Or is your child experiencing a change in their life, and you’re noticing they are not acting quite like themselves? I am here to help my young child clients heal from their experiences- working together with their families towards reducing uncomfortable thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and moving forward to feeling better about themselves and their future.
Elizabeth 'liz' Kong
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RPT-S, LSC, RSP
Verified Verified
Honolulu, HI 96813
I provide psychotherapy services to children, adults and couples. I specialize in Child Centered Play Therapy (age 4+) usingvarious modalities ( puppets, clay and art materials). Due to demand for my services, I only accept referrals from physicians or psychologists or insurance care managers at this time. Referrals can be faxed (808) 892-3683 for review by my office to determine if it is appropriate. I do not accept court referrals for child custody or divorce cases or sibling therapy as my office is only open part time
I provide psychotherapy services to children, adults and couples. I specialize in Child Centered Play Therapy (age 4+) usingvarious modalities ( puppets, clay and art materials). Due to demand for my services, I only accept referrals from physicians or psychologists or insurance care managers at this time. Referrals can be faxed (808) 892-3683 for review by my office to determine if it is appropriate. I do not accept court referrals for child custody or divorce cases or sibling therapy as my office is only open part time
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Many people feel overwhelmed and lost at some point in their lives. You may feel like you’re in over your head, like you can’t see a way out. Perhaps you’re struggling with depression or anxiety. Maybe you have a child or teen who is struggling to get motivated. Sometimes our closest relationships feel like they’re stuck in a rut. Regardless of the issue you’re facing, help is available. Life doesn’t have to stay this way.
My areas of expertise include working with adults and teens coping with depression and anxiety, children, troubled family systems, relationships, life transitions, and coping with stress.
Being human can be an incredible experience and also a challenging one. Having support through the journey can make alI the difference. I am here to assist you in better understanding yourself. Tending to your concerns, I will gently guide you to greater clarity, awareness, self confidence, and peace. My approach is person centered, I am here for you, ready to explore anything and everything that is ripe for healing. Beyond this approach, I also work to help you connect to your authentic self. Through the lense of compassion, we will locate the barriers that stand in the way of true fulfillment.
My areas of expertise include working with adults and teens coping with depression and anxiety, children, troubled family systems, relationships, life transitions, and coping with stress.
Being human can be an incredible experience and also a challenging one. Having support through the journey can make alI the difference. I am here to assist you in better understanding yourself. Tending to your concerns, I will gently guide you to greater clarity, awareness, self confidence, and peace. My approach is person centered, I am here for you, ready to explore anything and everything that is ripe for healing. Beyond this approach, I also work to help you connect to your authentic self. Through the lense of compassion, we will locate the barriers that stand in the way of true fulfillment.
Tina Boteilho
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MFT, MA
Verified Verified
Kihei, HI 96753
Waitlist for new clients
I offer therapeutic services for children/adolescents in transition, separation, divorce, coparenting, anger control, trauma and crisis survivors, youth and adult LGBTQIA and their support system.
Change is all around us lately. Are you simply surviving and searching for ways to thrive? Sometimes we have the tools and other times we need someone to inspire, create, motivate or teach us what it takes to thrive. I have worked on Maui, Molokai, and Lanai for the past 23 years. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families searching for ways to better themselves. I have provided support for people experiencing grief/loss, parenting challenges, trauma/crisis, children with special needs, prisoner reintegration, and couples/families searching for healing and growth.
I offer therapeutic services for children/adolescents in transition, separation, divorce, coparenting, anger control, trauma and crisis survivors, youth and adult LGBTQIA and their support system.
Change is all around us lately. Are you simply surviving and searching for ways to thrive? Sometimes we have the tools and other times we need someone to inspire, create, motivate or teach us what it takes to thrive. I have worked on Maui, Molokai, and Lanai for the past 23 years. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families searching for ways to better themselves. I have provided support for people experiencing grief/loss, parenting challenges, trauma/crisis, children with special needs, prisoner reintegration, and couples/families searching for healing and growth.
Mariana Ferrari-Elzaurdia
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Princeville, HI 96722
I work with individuals, couples, families, children and adolescents, providing support and a fresh viewpoint as people struggle with life's changes.
Most of us experience times when we need help to deal with problems and issues that cause us emotional distress. If you are having a problem or dilemma that is making you feel overwhelmed, you may benefit from the assistance of an experienced, trained professional. Mental health professionals offer the caring and expert assistance that people need during stressful times.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist the focus of my work is to understand my clients' symptoms and interaction patterns within their existing environment. I am trained to work with people focusing on how they relate to others.
I work with individuals, couples, families, children and adolescents, providing support and a fresh viewpoint as people struggle with life's changes.
Most of us experience times when we need help to deal with problems and issues that cause us emotional distress. If you are having a problem or dilemma that is making you feel overwhelmed, you may benefit from the assistance of an experienced, trained professional. Mental health professionals offer the caring and expert assistance that people need during stressful times.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist the focus of my work is to understand my clients' symptoms and interaction patterns within their existing environment. I am trained to work with people focusing on how they relate to others.
God created you for greatness. However, challenges in life are attempting to hinder you from being the person you are meant to be. I am here to help. With my laid-back and compassionate approach, I create a warm and safe environment where you will feel validated, empowered, and at times challenged. I value providing holistic therapy, where together we will develop mental, emotional, and spiritual tools that will assist you in becoming your best self. I enjoy working with children, teens, and young adults who seek help with identity issues, anger, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and athletic performance.
God created you for greatness. However, challenges in life are attempting to hinder you from being the person you are meant to be. I am here to help. With my laid-back and compassionate approach, I create a warm and safe environment where you will feel validated, empowered, and at times challenged. I value providing holistic therapy, where together we will develop mental, emotional, and spiritual tools that will assist you in becoming your best self. I enjoy working with children, teens, and young adults who seek help with identity issues, anger, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and athletic performance.
Terilyn Keliinoi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Honolulu, HI 96825 (Online Only)
Terilyn “Teri” Keliinoi is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years post master’s and 11 years post LCSW experience. She has worked with children, teens and adults in hospital based acute and residential settings, outpatient clinics, as well as early intervention, school based behavioral health and hospice agencies.
Terilyn “Teri” Keliinoi is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years post master’s and 11 years post LCSW experience. She has worked with children, teens and adults in hospital based acute and residential settings, outpatient clinics, as well as early intervention, school based behavioral health and hospice agencies.
My approach to therapy is collaborative and tailored to the client I am working with. I create a safe space for individuals of all ages looking to work through life stressors, depression, anxiety, and trauma (life changes, past history of abuse or neglect, grief/loss). I also work with families who may be struggling with behavior management issues (tantrums, emotion dysregulation in young children).
My approach to therapy is collaborative and tailored to the client I am working with. I create a safe space for individuals of all ages looking to work through life stressors, depression, anxiety, and trauma (life changes, past history of abuse or neglect, grief/loss). I also work with families who may be struggling with behavior management issues (tantrums, emotion dysregulation in young children).
Heather McDermott
Psychologist, PsyD, MEd, CAMS-II, CSAC
Verified Verified
Honolulu, HI 96813 (Online Only)
My work with children covers anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioral and learning differences- including ADHD.
Individuals can lead a happier, more productive life when they are engaged in the therapy process. I specialize in assisting individuals who are experiencing life transitions including divorce, illness, bereavement, and change of careers. I also treat depression, anxiety, addictions (including substance abuse), trauma, and a variety of other psychological concerns. I routinely work with individuals' physicians and a variety of other practitioners to create a comprehensive treatment plan. I am an anger management specialist, certified by the National Association for Anger Management Specialists as well as a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC). I am also a certified EMDR therapist.
My work with children covers anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioral and learning differences- including ADHD.
Individuals can lead a happier, more productive life when they are engaged in the therapy process. I specialize in assisting individuals who are experiencing life transitions including divorce, illness, bereavement, and change of careers. I also treat depression, anxiety, addictions (including substance abuse), trauma, and a variety of other psychological concerns. I routinely work with individuals' physicians and a variety of other practitioners to create a comprehensive treatment plan. I am an anger management specialist, certified by the National Association for Anger Management Specialists as well as a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC). I am also a certified EMDR therapist.
My goal is to provide therapy to children, adolescents, individuals, and families to maximize their happiness and health through self reflection and the development of strong balanced relationships.
My goal is to provide therapy to children, adolescents, individuals, and families to maximize their happiness and health through self reflection and the development of strong balanced relationships.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Hawaii provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Hawaii build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time (likely in fewer than six sessions), the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Hawaii build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.