Therapists in Hawaii
We all have had difficult issues arise in our lives. Whether you are dealing with trauma issues, depression, anxiety, challenges with addiction (individual, partner, or family member), adverse psychological symptoms, grief over the loss of a loved one, or a relationship that is not working for you anymore... you are not alone. I am here to take this journey with you to bring about positive, meaningful change. Our relationship will be a holistic journey. It will be safe, strength based, and collaborative. I am passionate about working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
We all have had difficult issues arise in our lives. Whether you are dealing with trauma issues, depression, anxiety, challenges with addiction (individual, partner, or family member), adverse psychological symptoms, grief over the loss of a loved one, or a relationship that is not working for you anymore... you are not alone. I am here to take this journey with you to bring about positive, meaningful change. Our relationship will be a holistic journey. It will be safe, strength based, and collaborative. I am passionate about working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Wilson Cheh Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, MAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
My clinical approach is solution-focused, strategic, strength-based, multi-cultural, empowering & experiential.
Aloha! I am a bi-cultural engineer-turned-therapist with experience in several clinical specialties that enables me to provide effective, high impact, outcome-focused services to my clients. I welcome opportunities in supporting adults, young adults, couples & families to navigate through tough seasons of feeling overwhelmed, experiencing loss in transitions, or dealing with painful/complex circumstances. I tend to digest & integrate a wide range of information along with having a sensitivity to generational, cultural, & racial influences. My style is both conversational & experiential, advocating for empowerment & hope.
My clinical approach is solution-focused, strategic, strength-based, multi-cultural, empowering & experiential.
Aloha! I am a bi-cultural engineer-turned-therapist with experience in several clinical specialties that enables me to provide effective, high impact, outcome-focused services to my clients. I welcome opportunities in supporting adults, young adults, couples & families to navigate through tough seasons of feeling overwhelmed, experiencing loss in transitions, or dealing with painful/complex circumstances. I tend to digest & integrate a wide range of information along with having a sensitivity to generational, cultural, & racial influences. My style is both conversational & experiential, advocating for empowerment & hope.
Aloha and Welcome to your first step of therapy, looking for a therapist! It can be nerve wracking to take that first step and reach out-but making that call or sending the email can make all the difference in your life. Let this be your moment! Feeling nervous, unsure, or overwhelmed? It’s totally normal. I’m here to help you. As your therapist I want to hear your story to help you work through those challenging issues. I'm here to assist you in finding and implementing tools that will help you cope with the stressors you are currently facing while also diving deeper to heal the root of the issue.
Aloha and Welcome to your first step of therapy, looking for a therapist! It can be nerve wracking to take that first step and reach out-but making that call or sending the email can make all the difference in your life. Let this be your moment! Feeling nervous, unsure, or overwhelmed? It’s totally normal. I’m here to help you. As your therapist I want to hear your story to help you work through those challenging issues. I'm here to assist you in finding and implementing tools that will help you cope with the stressors you are currently facing while also diving deeper to heal the root of the issue.
Lita B Hickey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Honolulu, HI 96825 (Online Only)
My holistic, therapeutic approach is based on kindness, genuineness, unconditional positive regard, respect, trust, empathy, non-judgemental, and strength-based.
Hello! I’m Lita B. Hickey, LCSW (she/her) and I’m excited to get to know you. When individuals experience mental health situations, it is not unusual for their lives to unwind. My values and passion are making a difference in helping people “feel better” who are encountering, depression, anxiety, and life adjustments. I assist and support individuals in discovering healthy perceptions of themselves so that they are peaceful, worthy, productive, and safe. My holistic approach is based on kindness, genuineness, and empathy.I provide an integrative array of therapeutic approaches and wellness, encompassing, mindfulness, meditation.
My holistic, therapeutic approach is based on kindness, genuineness, unconditional positive regard, respect, trust, empathy, non-judgemental, and strength-based.
Hello! I’m Lita B. Hickey, LCSW (she/her) and I’m excited to get to know you. When individuals experience mental health situations, it is not unusual for their lives to unwind. My values and passion are making a difference in helping people “feel better” who are encountering, depression, anxiety, and life adjustments. I assist and support individuals in discovering healthy perceptions of themselves so that they are peaceful, worthy, productive, and safe. My holistic approach is based on kindness, genuineness, and empathy.I provide an integrative array of therapeutic approaches and wellness, encompassing, mindfulness, meditation.
Ne'e Imua Counseling LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Honolulu, HI 96814 (Online Only)
I come from a solution-focused, strength-based and person centered approach.
*Accepting new clients* "You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them." -Dr. Maya Angelou. We have all experienced feeling “stuck” in our lives at some point. Whether it be in school, work, personal relationships and family, it’s difficult sometimes not knowing how to move forward. Feeling stuck is more a circumstance and doesn't have to be a choice. Together we can make necessary changes to build a healthier and better life.
I come from a solution-focused, strength-based and person centered approach.
*Accepting new clients* "You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them." -Dr. Maya Angelou. We have all experienced feeling “stuck” in our lives at some point. Whether it be in school, work, personal relationships and family, it’s difficult sometimes not knowing how to move forward. Feeling stuck is more a circumstance and doesn't have to be a choice. Together we can make necessary changes to build a healthier and better life.
Dr. Kadooka is an Executive Function & Mental Fitness Coach, Relationship Coach, and Counselor. She uses a strength-based approach to support and promote adaptive self-regulation, self-awareness, flexible responding, and goal-directed behavior. This approach is intended to address issues related to executive functioning (such as ADHD-related symptoms), anxiety/stress management, time management and productivity, work-life balance, life transitions, parent support, self-discovery, and managing conflict. In relationship coaching, there is an emphasis on creating shared goals to join together as a team in disrupting cycles of conflict.
Dr. Kadooka is an Executive Function & Mental Fitness Coach, Relationship Coach, and Counselor. She uses a strength-based approach to support and promote adaptive self-regulation, self-awareness, flexible responding, and goal-directed behavior. This approach is intended to address issues related to executive functioning (such as ADHD-related symptoms), anxiety/stress management, time management and productivity, work-life balance, life transitions, parent support, self-discovery, and managing conflict. In relationship coaching, there is an emphasis on creating shared goals to join together as a team in disrupting cycles of conflict.
She uses strength-based approaches like solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy, and DBT.
Danielle is a compassionate mental health clinician with a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and 8 years of experience. She is committed to helping individuals navigate life challenges and achieve optimal mental health. She works with individuals, couples, families, and groups, addressing a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, life transitions, work/life balance, relational discord, family conflict, stress, trauma, chronic illness/pain, unexplained mental issues, grief/loss, parenting challenges, end-of-life care, women’s issues, and eating disorders.
She uses strength-based approaches like solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy, and DBT.
Danielle is a compassionate mental health clinician with a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and 8 years of experience. She is committed to helping individuals navigate life challenges and achieve optimal mental health. She works with individuals, couples, families, and groups, addressing a wide range of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, life transitions, work/life balance, relational discord, family conflict, stress, trauma, chronic illness/pain, unexplained mental issues, grief/loss, parenting challenges, end-of-life care, women’s issues, and eating disorders.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. We all are impacted by the families we grew up in, events we experienced and the relationships in our lives. It impacts how we view ourselves and the world around us. It determines how we respond to people and events. If you struggle with anxieties, depression, life challenges, and transitions, therapy can open new doors. I view therapy as a collaboration - walking together for a stretch to resolve issues or conflicts you would like to work on.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. We all are impacted by the families we grew up in, events we experienced and the relationships in our lives. It impacts how we view ourselves and the world around us. It determines how we respond to people and events. If you struggle with anxieties, depression, life challenges, and transitions, therapy can open new doors. I view therapy as a collaboration - walking together for a stretch to resolve issues or conflicts you would like to work on.
We all encounter challenges and lessons in our lives. Like a life of a lotus flower, we grow through muddy water of lessons in order to blossom as a beautiful lotus flower. We all have the power to grow through the lessons the life present to us which make us strong and resilient. Together, we will navigate through the muddy water of trauma, anxiety, depression, identity, and challenging life circumstances. I will support you in your personal journey of creating your happiness, finding your true self and manifesting the life you love. You deserve living the life you love.
We all encounter challenges and lessons in our lives. Like a life of a lotus flower, we grow through muddy water of lessons in order to blossom as a beautiful lotus flower. We all have the power to grow through the lessons the life present to us which make us strong and resilient. Together, we will navigate through the muddy water of trauma, anxiety, depression, identity, and challenging life circumstances. I will support you in your personal journey of creating your happiness, finding your true self and manifesting the life you love. You deserve living the life you love.
Creating a therapeutic relationship is purposeful and meaningful work. I intend to provide individuals a safe space to process their experiences, free of judgement, and work collaboratively to navigate a path toward a personal, ultimate wellness. My counseling style is warm and supportive, with a humanistic foundation. Through a strength-based lens, I draw on multiple evidenced-based modalities such as Client-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness Therapy.
Creating a therapeutic relationship is purposeful and meaningful work. I intend to provide individuals a safe space to process their experiences, free of judgement, and work collaboratively to navigate a path toward a personal, ultimate wellness. My counseling style is warm and supportive, with a humanistic foundation. Through a strength-based lens, I draw on multiple evidenced-based modalities such as Client-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness Therapy.
Serenity Counseling Services Hawaii
Counselor, MD, MFT, LCSW, LPCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Aiea, HI 96701
At Serenity we will match you to a specialist who uses cognitive behavioral approaches and evidence-based interventions so you can quickly gain results! Our ideal clients are open to learning & doing small homework assignments to promote change. When you work with us you can expect to feel that you are in control of your emotions and you will feel, more confident, calmer, and of course happier in your life too! We offer automated appointment reminders, three click Telehealth session set up and sessions form 8am to 8pm seven days a week! Let us help you to discover how to live the life you truly want. We are here to help. Call Today!
At Serenity we will match you to a specialist who uses cognitive behavioral approaches and evidence-based interventions so you can quickly gain results! Our ideal clients are open to learning & doing small homework assignments to promote change. When you work with us you can expect to feel that you are in control of your emotions and you will feel, more confident, calmer, and of course happier in your life too! We offer automated appointment reminders, three click Telehealth session set up and sessions form 8am to 8pm seven days a week! Let us help you to discover how to live the life you truly want. We are here to help. Call Today!
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Aloha! Feeling stuck and in need of a gentle reset? You deserve a compassionate ally to navigate life with you. Let's embark on a journey towards authenticity, where together we'll tackle the hurdles in your path one step at a time. Through our collaborative efforts, you'll discover the strength within yourself to break free from old patterns and embrace a life that aligns with your true essence and purpose.
Aloha! Feeling stuck and in need of a gentle reset? You deserve a compassionate ally to navigate life with you. Let's embark on a journey towards authenticity, where together we'll tackle the hurdles in your path one step at a time. Through our collaborative efforts, you'll discover the strength within yourself to break free from old patterns and embrace a life that aligns with your true essence and purpose.
Richard Rothschiller
Psychologist, PsyD, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Honolulu, HI 96816 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I provide Integrative Psychotherapy and Counseling for individuals and couples utilizing Person-centered Humanistic, Cognitive, Behavioral, and Interpersonal/Psychodynamic conceptualizations and treatment modalities. My experience includes more than two decades helping people of diverse and marginalized populations across O'ahu with: anxiety, depression, other mood disorders, acute and post-traumatic stress, anger management, work/career stress and transitions, grief and loss, chronic pain, gender dysphoria, coping with general medical conditions, and improving relationships, as well as general phase-of-life personal growth and self-actualization concerns related to late adolescence, early adulthood, mid-life, and older adults and aging.
I provide Integrative Psychotherapy and Counseling for individuals and couples utilizing Person-centered Humanistic, Cognitive, Behavioral, and Interpersonal/Psychodynamic conceptualizations and treatment modalities. My experience includes more than two decades helping people of diverse and marginalized populations across O'ahu with: anxiety, depression, other mood disorders, acute and post-traumatic stress, anger management, work/career stress and transitions, grief and loss, chronic pain, gender dysphoria, coping with general medical conditions, and improving relationships, as well as general phase-of-life personal growth and self-actualization concerns related to late adolescence, early adulthood, mid-life, and older adults and aging.
Michelle Simpson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Honolulu, HI 96825 (Online Only)
Michelle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with nineteen years of experience. She is born and raised on Oahu and earned her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Michelle aims to help individuals work on building confidence and empowering them to make positive changes. Guiding them through hardships so that they can find their way to healthier situations.
Michelle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with nineteen years of experience. She is born and raised on Oahu and earned her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Michelle aims to help individuals work on building confidence and empowering them to make positive changes. Guiding them through hardships so that they can find their way to healthier situations.
Jennifer Bojanowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MS, CGC
Verified Verified
Kaneohe, HI 96744 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Whether it's your first experience with therapy or your fifth, you're feeling ready to navigate barriers and locate resources to create the life you envision. At your core you have the confidence, creativity, and compassion to make the changes you want. You also know the journey inward isn't easy, and having a traveling companion can be empowering.
Whether it's your first experience with therapy or your fifth, you're feeling ready to navigate barriers and locate resources to create the life you envision. At your core you have the confidence, creativity, and compassion to make the changes you want. You also know the journey inward isn't easy, and having a traveling companion can be empowering.
In 1996, I began working with culturally diverse children, adolescents, adults and families in Oahu through a community health center in Honolulu.. The increasing need for mental health services for this population has challenged me to recognize, accept, and understand the complexities of their problems - challenges that offer potential for personal and professional growth, creativity, and deeper human connection. I had the opportunity since then to draw on various psychological approaches that include Humanistic, Cognitive-Behavioral, Psychodynamic, Existential, System/Family, Developmental and Psychoeducational.
In 1996, I began working with culturally diverse children, adolescents, adults and families in Oahu through a community health center in Honolulu.. The increasing need for mental health services for this population has challenged me to recognize, accept, and understand the complexities of their problems - challenges that offer potential for personal and professional growth, creativity, and deeper human connection. I had the opportunity since then to draw on various psychological approaches that include Humanistic, Cognitive-Behavioral, Psychodynamic, Existential, System/Family, Developmental and Psychoeducational.
Donna Dennerlein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hilo, HI 96720
Waitlist for new clients
Aloha, are you needing support and looking for freedom from internal strain, anxiety, worry, depression, trauma and relationship issues? In today's culture with fewer connections to communities and cultures, it gives much less support to you and it's important to reach out. It’s time to explore and develop the richness and capacities within you for improved understanding, awareness and self-direction through body, mind, emotion & spirit practices and tools.
Aloha, are you needing support and looking for freedom from internal strain, anxiety, worry, depression, trauma and relationship issues? In today's culture with fewer connections to communities and cultures, it gives much less support to you and it's important to reach out. It’s time to explore and develop the richness and capacities within you for improved understanding, awareness and self-direction through body, mind, emotion & spirit practices and tools.
Dr. River Marilou Penner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, ASL
Verified Verified
Haiku, HI 96708
The focus of counselling is to address what the client wants more of in his/her life. Most of the time the goal is to feel happier. As your counsellor I will provide a space and venue for patterns to be revealed and unconscious beliefs to be addressed. The results will be a greater sense of personal power in creating a life of contentment and choice.The conversation we have in the therapeutic environment is a purposeful one, it is about what works, what does not work and the strategies needed to shift from discontentment to contentment.
The focus of counselling is to address what the client wants more of in his/her life. Most of the time the goal is to feel happier. As your counsellor I will provide a space and venue for patterns to be revealed and unconscious beliefs to be addressed. The results will be a greater sense of personal power in creating a life of contentment and choice.The conversation we have in the therapeutic environment is a purposeful one, it is about what works, what does not work and the strategies needed to shift from discontentment to contentment.
Brightside Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW
Verified Verified
Honolulu, HI 96817 (Online Only)
It gets much better from here. No matter what you're going through, our expert providers are here to help with online mental health care tailored to you. Brightside Health offers personalized psychiatry, proven therapy, or both to help you feel better. Get started right from home, with appointments in as little as 2 days.
It gets much better from here. No matter what you're going through, our expert providers are here to help with online mental health care tailored to you. Brightside Health offers personalized psychiatry, proven therapy, or both to help you feel better. Get started right from home, with appointments in as little as 2 days.
Erika Tanner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Honolulu, HI 96813 (Online Only)
Balancing life with its daily challenges and responsibilities can be overwhelming. Anxiety may cause difficulty with concentration or decision-making, strain in relationships, procrastination, or cause intense emotional discomfort. I understand our anxiety can be isolating and govern our thoughts making it difficult to thrive in life. It shapes how we interact with the world which may affect our ability to be productive, build lasting relationships, and cope through difficult times. Together, we can establish practical tools to manage your symptoms effectively and find the root cause of your anxiety, so you can reclaim your life.
Balancing life with its daily challenges and responsibilities can be overwhelming. Anxiety may cause difficulty with concentration or decision-making, strain in relationships, procrastination, or cause intense emotional discomfort. I understand our anxiety can be isolating and govern our thoughts making it difficult to thrive in life. It shapes how we interact with the world which may affect our ability to be productive, build lasting relationships, and cope through difficult times. Together, we can establish practical tools to manage your symptoms effectively and find the root cause of your anxiety, so you can reclaim your life.
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Strength-Based Therapists
How does strength-based therapy work?
During strength-based therapy sessions, the therapist will ask about an individual’s experiences of stress, pain, or trauma with the goal of orienting the client to view themselves as a survivor rather than a victim, and focusing on their strengths rather than on their weaknesses. In framing a client’s personal narrative along these lines, the therapist and client work together to identify existing skills that can be harnessed.
Is strength-based therapy evidence-based?
Strength-based therapy is an evidence-based treatment that has been studied extensively and shown to be effective across domains. The treatment has been found to be particularly effective in helping individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Strength-based therapy has been used by therapists to help clients for more than 60 years.
How long does strength-based therapy last?
There’s no precise timeline for strength-based therapy. The duration of treatment depends on the individual’s specific needs and goals and the severity of their concerns. Some individuals may find they achieve their therapeutic goals quickly, while others might benefit from ongoing support and guidance in order to continue progressing.
How effective is strength-based therapy?
Clinical research and decades of practice have shown strength-based therapy to be an effective treatment to improve mental health and well-being for many conditions. The treatment can engender a sense of connection and collaboration between the therapist and the individual, fostering a positive therapeutic relationship. For individuals with narcissistic tendencies, strength-based therapy may be less effective, as the focus on the individual’s strengths may undermine the work needed to honestly assess the challenges the individual faces.