Male Therapists in Hilo, HI
Hello, I'm Paumalū Cassiday, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in mindfulness-based interventions grounded in Hawaiian culture. My therapeutic approach aims to cultivate self-awareness and resilience while addressing challenges such as depression, anxiety, substance use, and anger management. Together, we'll embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery rooted in both evidence-based practice and the healing traditions of Hawaii. My communication style is centered around active listening and reflecting upon what my clients share with me, aiming to gain new or deeper understanding.
Hello, I'm Paumalū Cassiday, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in mindfulness-based interventions grounded in Hawaiian culture. My therapeutic approach aims to cultivate self-awareness and resilience while addressing challenges such as depression, anxiety, substance use, and anger management. Together, we'll embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery rooted in both evidence-based practice and the healing traditions of Hawaii. My communication style is centered around active listening and reflecting upon what my clients share with me, aiming to gain new or deeper understanding.
Service Administration Degree from the University of Chicago. His work as the principal contributor to a major grant from the Department of Justice, whose focus was to prevent at risk youth from entering the juvenile detention centers in Chicago, was a motivating factor in pursing his clinical training to further his outreach and impact. Utilizing a Family Systems approach with compassionate listening, Orlando creates a safe environment to explore and heal from regrets, resentment and trauma while assisting in identifying paths for change.
Service Administration Degree from the University of Chicago. His work as the principal contributor to a major grant from the Department of Justice, whose focus was to prevent at risk youth from entering the juvenile detention centers in Chicago, was a motivating factor in pursing his clinical training to further his outreach and impact. Utilizing a Family Systems approach with compassionate listening, Orlando creates a safe environment to explore and heal from regrets, resentment and trauma while assisting in identifying paths for change.
My favorite modalities of therapy are Somatic Experiencing and NARM, whole body modalities that involve greater focus on physical sensation, emotion, the felt sense, and incomplete motor programs. Both have grounding in modern neuropsychology. I have found that these techniques enhance a person's journey to integration. I have a background in Jungian work and also have a MA in Folklore and Mythology. I enjoy working with clients who have an interest in somatics, story, and healing from anxiety and trauma. I have done a great deal of men's work and enjoy helping men recover from depression and difficult relationships.
My favorite modalities of therapy are Somatic Experiencing and NARM, whole body modalities that involve greater focus on physical sensation, emotion, the felt sense, and incomplete motor programs. Both have grounding in modern neuropsychology. I have found that these techniques enhance a person's journey to integration. I have a background in Jungian work and also have a MA in Folklore and Mythology. I enjoy working with clients who have an interest in somatics, story, and healing from anxiety and trauma. I have done a great deal of men's work and enjoy helping men recover from depression and difficult relationships.
I am the lead provider in a small group practice specializing in the following: ADHD (the only specialty ADHD clinic outside of Oahu, to our knowledge); psychedelics-integration therapy; Forensic (court-involved) clients; sexual issues of many kinds (identity, empowerment, experience enhancement, dysfunctions, etc.); medical cannabis certification; couples/relationship issues. Susan Cauley, MD Melanie Guerra (Clinical Aide), and myself are the team. Dr. Susan Cauley can provide medication coordination for our ADHD program, and is our Cannabis specialist.
I am the lead provider in a small group practice specializing in the following: ADHD (the only specialty ADHD clinic outside of Oahu, to our knowledge); psychedelics-integration therapy; Forensic (court-involved) clients; sexual issues of many kinds (identity, empowerment, experience enhancement, dysfunctions, etc.); medical cannabis certification; couples/relationship issues. Susan Cauley, MD Melanie Guerra (Clinical Aide), and myself are the team. Dr. Susan Cauley can provide medication coordination for our ADHD program, and is our Cannabis specialist.
Aloha e, Aaron Mitchell has been a licensed mental health counselor for over a decade. He approaches therapy differently in that he frames it to your culture/values, faith or spirituality. This way, therapy makes sense and it doesn't feel like someone is trying to change all things that make you wonderful. I utilize many therapeutic approaches from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to Solution Focused Therapy; whatever works best for you. I avoid rehashing traumas. If this is your concern, I’ve got you covered. If you’re concerned about saving face, there really isn’t much need to go into too much of the details.
Aloha e, Aaron Mitchell has been a licensed mental health counselor for over a decade. He approaches therapy differently in that he frames it to your culture/values, faith or spirituality. This way, therapy makes sense and it doesn't feel like someone is trying to change all things that make you wonderful. I utilize many therapeutic approaches from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to Solution Focused Therapy; whatever works best for you. I avoid rehashing traumas. If this is your concern, I’ve got you covered. If you’re concerned about saving face, there really isn’t much need to go into too much of the details.
I work best with people who are curious about their inner world, who want to understand why it is they do the things they do. People who are carrying pain from old wounds they would like to heal.
I work best with people who are curious about their inner world, who want to understand why it is they do the things they do. People who are carrying pain from old wounds they would like to heal.
B. Kalani Spain, PhD, LMFT, helping individuals, couples and families in the State of Hawaii with an understanding of cross-cultural issues. Specializing in trauma informed care, couples and family therapy, anger management and substance abuse issues. Allow me to assist you in overcoming the obstacles of unresolved conflicts, grudges, blame and miscommunication. Reclaim the harmony you deserve and can achieve
B. Kalani Spain, PhD, LMFT, helping individuals, couples and families in the State of Hawaii with an understanding of cross-cultural issues. Specializing in trauma informed care, couples and family therapy, anger management and substance abuse issues. Allow me to assist you in overcoming the obstacles of unresolved conflicts, grudges, blame and miscommunication. Reclaim the harmony you deserve and can achieve
G. Francis Giles MSW, LSW received a Bachelor of Arts from Northeastern Illinois University and a Master of Social Work/Clinical Concentration from New Mexico Highlands University. His work today is informed by experiences in geriatric residential care, in-patient adult psychiatric, crisis intervention, school settings, gender identity and orientation, and hospice. I have a humanistic approach to therapy that is eclectic an d holistic in nature, primarily integrating elements of narrative theory, psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy which is grounded in mindfulness.
G. Francis Giles MSW, LSW received a Bachelor of Arts from Northeastern Illinois University and a Master of Social Work/Clinical Concentration from New Mexico Highlands University. His work today is informed by experiences in geriatric residential care, in-patient adult psychiatric, crisis intervention, school settings, gender identity and orientation, and hospice. I have a humanistic approach to therapy that is eclectic an d holistic in nature, primarily integrating elements of narrative theory, psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy which is grounded in mindfulness.
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Calm Water Counseling LLC. [David Hashimoto LMHC]
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hilo, HI 96720
Do you struggle with fear, nervousness? Are you weighed down by sadness? are you ready to do something about it? I can help... I have been successfully treating anxiety, depression, and much more for over a decade; with many clients achieving relief as soon as the first session. My style is a combination of cutting-edge clinical treatments and down to earth talk therapy; clinical for efficacy, with an easy to talk to approachability.
Do you struggle with fear, nervousness? Are you weighed down by sadness? are you ready to do something about it? I can help... I have been successfully treating anxiety, depression, and much more for over a decade; with many clients achieving relief as soon as the first session. My style is a combination of cutting-edge clinical treatments and down to earth talk therapy; clinical for efficacy, with an easy to talk to approachability.
My name is Travis Schmidt, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of Hawaii and Idaho. I value everyone's experiences and really try to help process past events and work towards a more manageable future. I often utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Problem Solving Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I have helped individuals and couples with trauma, addiction, childhood experiences, and faith-based therapy in my practice. The main therapeutic approaches are cognitive theory, problem-solving therapy, and dialectical behavior theory. CBT is an intervention aimed at reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety.
My name is Travis Schmidt, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of Hawaii and Idaho. I value everyone's experiences and really try to help process past events and work towards a more manageable future. I often utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Problem Solving Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I have helped individuals and couples with trauma, addiction, childhood experiences, and faith-based therapy in my practice. The main therapeutic approaches are cognitive theory, problem-solving therapy, and dialectical behavior theory. CBT is an intervention aimed at reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety.
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 9 years of clinical experience. I am an advanced trauma-informed practitioner in Zen and Integral Psychotherapy, with training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Internal Family Systems. My clinical practice is informed by the skills I have developed working in multiple clinical settings. I have worked in Community Mental Health, Residential Treatment, Substance Use Assessment & Treatment, Child Protective Services, Child & Family Treatment, Vocational Rehabilitation, and Employee Assistance Programs.
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 9 years of clinical experience. I am an advanced trauma-informed practitioner in Zen and Integral Psychotherapy, with training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Internal Family Systems. My clinical practice is informed by the skills I have developed working in multiple clinical settings. I have worked in Community Mental Health, Residential Treatment, Substance Use Assessment & Treatment, Child Protective Services, Child & Family Treatment, Vocational Rehabilitation, and Employee Assistance Programs.
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Tom is a Ph.D. student in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Consciousness, Spirituality, and Integrative Health at Saybrook University. Tom also received his MA in Humanistic and Transpersonal Psychology. Tom wrote his master's thesis on the therapeutic use of the circular art form known as mandalas. Tom earned his BA in Human Development at Prescott College. There he worked with the Prescott Unified School District to create recreation-based behavioral interventions for 8-10 year-olds diagnosed with ADHD.
Tom is a Ph.D. student in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Consciousness, Spirituality, and Integrative Health at Saybrook University. Tom also received his MA in Humanistic and Transpersonal Psychology. Tom wrote his master's thesis on the therapeutic use of the circular art form known as mandalas. Tom earned his BA in Human Development at Prescott College. There he worked with the Prescott Unified School District to create recreation-based behavioral interventions for 8-10 year-olds diagnosed with ADHD.
Kevin Faust
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, NCC, NATC, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hilo, HI 96721 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Psychological trauma occurs when our level of stress exceeds our ability to cope with that stress. This often creates a disregulated nervous system (stuck in "fight-or-flight" survival mode) that may show up as feeling anxious or depressed, ADHD, memory issues, confusion, dissociation, or just feeling stuck. I specialize in helping womxn who have had abuse from narcissistic men. This type of romantic relationship is known as a "pathological love relationship" (PLR). I'd like to help you recover and become your best self again.
Psychological trauma occurs when our level of stress exceeds our ability to cope with that stress. This often creates a disregulated nervous system (stuck in "fight-or-flight" survival mode) that may show up as feeling anxious or depressed, ADHD, memory issues, confusion, dissociation, or just feeling stuck. I specialize in helping womxn who have had abuse from narcissistic men. This type of romantic relationship is known as a "pathological love relationship" (PLR). I'd like to help you recover and become your best self again.
Dr. Robert Storey obtained his B.A. in Liberal Arts at Washington and Lee University as a Philosophy major, minoring in Sociology. He obtained a Masters in Guidance and Psychological Services at Springfield College and was awarded his Doctorate in Educational Psychology ( Ed.D) while studying at American International University. He began his clinical internship in 1986 under the auspices of distinguished Dr. Frank Sacco, a protege of Karl Menninger with tutelage by Anna Freud. Dr. Sacco came from a long lineage of psychodynamic pioneers and Dr. Storey was privileged to be part of this tradition of groundbreaking psychologists.
Dr. Robert Storey obtained his B.A. in Liberal Arts at Washington and Lee University as a Philosophy major, minoring in Sociology. He obtained a Masters in Guidance and Psychological Services at Springfield College and was awarded his Doctorate in Educational Psychology ( Ed.D) while studying at American International University. He began his clinical internship in 1986 under the auspices of distinguished Dr. Frank Sacco, a protege of Karl Menninger with tutelage by Anna Freud. Dr. Sacco came from a long lineage of psychodynamic pioneers and Dr. Storey was privileged to be part of this tradition of groundbreaking psychologists.
I love my job. I doesn't feel like one. There is so little work involved. What do I do? I deal in dreams to the lost. I find light in a dark places. I frame what I can. Sometimes I bury the past What is this work you speak of? Well - sometimes there is no work involved. Just a rambling old storyteller I remember the write story I deconstruct an old one I play Uno and Chess for a living. I bring laughter to serious people. I am a therapist.
I love my job. I doesn't feel like one. There is so little work involved. What do I do? I deal in dreams to the lost. I find light in a dark places. I frame what I can. Sometimes I bury the past What is this work you speak of? Well - sometimes there is no work involved. Just a rambling old storyteller I remember the write story I deconstruct an old one I play Uno and Chess for a living. I bring laughter to serious people. I am a therapist.
Is your past trauma, anxiety, or addictions significantly interfering with the way you would like to live your life? Have you lost satisfaction in activities that you once enjoyed? Are you grieving a loss or struggling with relationships? Are you a military veteran navigating the symptoms of PTSD or an individual who simply needs a safe space? It is easy to get lost in the stresses of life and current events. You are not alone in your journey for healing.
Is your past trauma, anxiety, or addictions significantly interfering with the way you would like to live your life? Have you lost satisfaction in activities that you once enjoyed? Are you grieving a loss or struggling with relationships? Are you a military veteran navigating the symptoms of PTSD or an individual who simply needs a safe space? It is easy to get lost in the stresses of life and current events. You are not alone in your journey for healing.
Matthew Johnson, MS, recently graduated with his Master's Degree in Professional Counseling from Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi, Spring 2021. Utilizing approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy , Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and the up and coming concept of Geek Therapy, Matthew's goal is to remotely help individuals, couples, and families in the community while obtaining his LMHC license in Hawaii. Matthew has experience providing counseling services in group and individual settings for depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and family issues.
Matthew Johnson, MS, recently graduated with his Master's Degree in Professional Counseling from Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi, Spring 2021. Utilizing approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy , Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and the up and coming concept of Geek Therapy, Matthew's goal is to remotely help individuals, couples, and families in the community while obtaining his LMHC license in Hawaii. Matthew has experience providing counseling services in group and individual settings for depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and family issues.
Mauna Kea Sky Counseling, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, CSAC
Verified Verified
Hilo, HI 96720
My work focuses on illuminating my clients' strengths and helping them to access their inner emotional and spiritual wisdom, while also acknowledging and challenging the patterns of thought, communication and behavior - fueled by self-sabotaging stories - that may have been keeping them from reaching their natural state of health, happiness and success.
My work focuses on illuminating my clients' strengths and helping them to access their inner emotional and spiritual wisdom, while also acknowledging and challenging the patterns of thought, communication and behavior - fueled by self-sabotaging stories - that may have been keeping them from reaching their natural state of health, happiness and success.
Aaron Collins, LMFT: Akua Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hilo, HI 96720
Aloha, here at Akua Family Therapy our specialty is relationship therapy. We serve couples and individuals who are looking to improve their relationships, and process relationship distress. Couples who are looking to strengthen communication, conflict management and/or increase intimacy should give us a call. If you would like to process your relationship distress individually, we help men and woman work through relationship struggles by helping you build insight into your relationship dynamics and support you toward improved overall health and functioning. We also provide Anger Assessments and Parenting Psycho-education Support.
Aloha, here at Akua Family Therapy our specialty is relationship therapy. We serve couples and individuals who are looking to improve their relationships, and process relationship distress. Couples who are looking to strengthen communication, conflict management and/or increase intimacy should give us a call. If you would like to process your relationship distress individually, we help men and woman work through relationship struggles by helping you build insight into your relationship dynamics and support you toward improved overall health and functioning. We also provide Anger Assessments and Parenting Psycho-education Support.
Robert Bermudez
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hilo, HI 96720 (Online Only)
Life stressors can feel overwhelming, impacting various aspects of our lives, from relationships to our own wellbeing, sometimes turning into symptoms of depression, anxiety, and unhealthy coping. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over eighteen years of experience, offering individual and family therapy to adolescents, transitioning youth into adulthood, and adults via telehealth in California and Hawaii. During times of transition, and emotional distress, psychotherapy can help with symptom reduction, and help improve our daily functioning and relationships.
Life stressors can feel overwhelming, impacting various aspects of our lives, from relationships to our own wellbeing, sometimes turning into symptoms of depression, anxiety, and unhealthy coping. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over eighteen years of experience, offering individual and family therapy to adolescents, transitioning youth into adulthood, and adults via telehealth in California and Hawaii. During times of transition, and emotional distress, psychotherapy can help with symptom reduction, and help improve our daily functioning and relationships.
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As a man, why might I want to see a male therapist?
There are many reasons a man might wish to work with a male therapist, including a degree of shared identity, which may help client and therapist connect to each other and allow for a more free-flowing discussion of issues that can be deeply personal. Some men may feel more comfortable talking to a male therapist about relationship concerns, the pressures they feel around the roles society and family place on men, career or job challenges, self-esteem, or anger problems. For some men who have not had a male role models in their lives, a good male therapist may be especially helpful.
How can I find out about a therapist’s experience treating men?
Individuals looking for treatment should feel comfortable directly asking a therapist about their history treating men overall and the issues that arise in therapy with men. A good therapist will be happy to discuss such matters as well as their educational background, approach to treatment, and how they think they can aid a prospective client. Prospective clients should also ask what the expectation is for treatment, and what the fee structure is, and whether and which insurance plans are accepted.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with a male therapist. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges, in the case of male clients. Some women have prior negative experiences with women that predispose them to prefer working with a male in therapy. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.
Would a male therapist have specific training in treating men?
Generally, no. There are no certifications for treating men specifically, but there are continuing education classes that therapists may take that focus on treating men as a group. There are many therapists who focus on men and male issues in their treatment and therefore have experience and expertise in this domain.