Cognitive Processing (CPT) Therapists in Honolulu, HI

It’s great to hear that you’re considering therapy. Engaging in therapy can offer many benefits, such as developing coping skills, addressing unhelpful thoughts or behaviors, and improving overall mental health. Different types of therapy are available to cater to various needs, whether it’s navigating through tough times, dealing with mental health diagnoses, or improving relationships and communication skills. Remember, the journey through therapy is unique for everyone, and it’s a positive step towards personal growth and well-being. If you have any questions or need support in your creative endeavors, feel free to reach me.

Aloha, I am a clinical Psychologist specializing in culturally responsive, evidence-based care for those struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) , anxiety, phobia, trauma, and depression. I have extensive training and experience in evidenced-based therapies, such as Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP), and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy(MCBT). I was trained in ERP at the UCLA (OCD) Adult Intensive Treatment Program and focus my work on helping adults and young adults struggling with OCD and related anxiety spectrum disorders.

Hello, I am a psychologist dedicated to specializing in various aspects of mental health and well-being. With a focus on depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, personality disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), I strive to provide compassionate and effective support to individuals navigating these challenges. My approach to therapy is grounded in evidence-based practices, tailoring treatment plans to suit each individual's unique needs and circumstances. Whether you're seeking to overcome debilitating symptoms, improve relationships, or better understand yourself or a loved one, I'm here to help.

My name is Jennifer Waugh, and I am a licensed clinical social worker. My goal is to meet each patient where they are at and help them map out a path of success to get them to where they want to be in their life. I work with adults from all walks of life to cope with challenges of issues like family transitions from divorce, blending families, and adoptions, sexual and alternative lifestyle challenges, PTSD and trauma, substance use and abuse, aging, health, ADHD, and OCD, and grief or loss. I utilize an individualized strengths-based approach to work with patients within their limitations to accomplish their goals.

I believe that effective and long-lasting change through therapy is due to the development of rapport between myself and my clients and the establishment of several collaborative and multidimensional systems during sessions. I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches that are individualized to each of my clients, based on their unique needs including cognitive-behavioral therapy, trauma-focused modalities, and client-centered modalities, in order to help you gain new skills to better handle life's challenges. I will work in a collaborative effort with you to find the right balance between guidance, support, and accountability.

When meeting for the first time, you'll be greeted with a smile and a curiosity to understand you as a whole person. We'll talk about your experiences, strengths, thoughts, behaviors, habits, and relationships that shape you. We'll then discuss your goals for therapy and collaborate on a treatment plan to meet your needs. There is no one size fits all for therapy. It’s part science and part art. The science of therapy is using research supported interventions that have been proven to work. While the art of therapy is tailoring these interventions to you and your unique needs and strengths.

Hawaii Psychological Testing and Therapy LLC provides therapeutic interventions and psychological testing & assessments for a range of clients including adults, adolescents, couples, and groups. Services offered include a comprehensive set of diagnostic and treatment services aimed at understanding and managing functional problems caused by psychological and psychiatric disorders and conditions. With over 20 years of military experience and practice, a licensed Clinical/Health/Forensic Psychologist, I look forward to providing you, your family, and/or organization with comprehensive cognitive evaluations and/or clinical services.

My name is Dr. Megumi Maruya Makepeace. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and hold a doctorate in Clinical Psychology. I was raised on Oahu in a very traditional Japanese family, spent several years as a military dependent on the Mainland, which brought all these experiences to my multicultural approach to therapy. I am fully aware of the cultural makeup of Hawai’i, and the unique and diverse cultures of the local population as well as those new to the island. I have a passion to treat culturally diverse, underserved populations, and assist families navigate through difficult life transitions.

We all experience speed bumps during our life journey. Though it may seem we are "lost, "unsure of, I believe the powers we are looking for are inside YOU! One simply needs to be validated and to strengthen the emotional "muscles" that have grown weak-just as we exercise our bodies and our minds, we must exercise our emotional muscles. I genuinely believe we can not experience long-term health unless we pay close attention to our Mind, Body, and spirit a whole, our humanness. In many instances, it is our voice that is silenced, whether directly or indirectly.

Aloha from Therohana! I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist here to help you get to a better version of yourself! If you're looking for a safe space to talk to someone and heal, I am here for you. I can help support you if you are experiencing overthinking patterns or negative emotions. It can be tough to go through these situations alone. If your goal is to have more positive thinking and gain tools for a healthier mindset, I would love to work with you. If you've never tried therapy before and want to get started, it can be a great experience for you to process your emotions safely.

Your best days are yet to come! I can help. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience. I work with adults, children, and families experiencing a variety of challenges including: anxiety, depression, ADHD, stages of grief, relationship issues, or adjusting to life changes and daily stressors.

I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in psychotherapy for mood disorders, trauma, and relationship difficulties. Along with these specializations I have specific training and experience in forensic issues. My practice uses cutting-edge and empirically based psychotherapies, delivered with warmth and care. In addition to psychotherapy I perform psychological assessments for ADHD, assessments of cognitive abilities, as well as assessment of emotion and personality characteristics.

I approach therapy as education - helping clients to better identify patterns associated with difficulties, develop skills to overcome these difficulties, and learn how to utilize these skills in their daily lives in order to live as optimally as possible. We focus both on addressing the issues that have been plaguing you as well as learning to live more fully and comfortably in each moment and activity you are engaged in. Learning powerful skills helps overcome specific problems, boost resilience against future problems, and more fully enjoy daily life. Therapy is individually tailored to your specific needs and lifestyle.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist offering evidence-based trauma therapies including Prolonged Exposure, Cognitive Processing Therapy and Trauma Focused CBT. I developed my specialty in treating emotional trauma working with PTSD field experts at the Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs. I offer gold-standard PTSD interventions endorsed by the National Center for PTSD and the American Psychological Association. I Am Accepting New Patients (808) 731-1924 Serving: Oahu, Maui, Kauai and Big Island (Hawaii)

I have extensive experience in treating adolescents and adults experiencing complex trauma, relationship issues, and change of life transitions. In addition, issues around sexual orientation and identity issues in teens and adults are offered through my practice. Psychotherapy can be effective in treating anxiety and mood disorders, as well as assisting with common change of life experiences. This might be a divorce, move, or loss of a loved one or pet. Should you choose to seek my services, we will discuss your unique circumstances and how psychotherapy may benefit you in a safe and caring therapeutic environment.

Aloha, how are you? My name is Dr. William and I am a licensed mental health therapist. As a psychotherapist, my therapy work starts with making space for who you are and how you show up in your world. Using a range of evidence-based therapy techniques including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), interpersonal therapy, and psychodynamic therapy, I help my patients learn about themselves, explore the issues that have led to emotional distress, and teach healthy tools to manage the situations at hand. My therapy involves exploring your past, present, and future challenges and building a healthy toolbox to handle life's challenges

“I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become.” -Carl Jung- I am a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in the treatment of common reactions to stressful and otherwise traumatic experiences. I use evidence-based psychotherapies to improve outcomes for clients who have experienced a traumatic event(s). For many clients this includes working together to reduce unwanted memories of the trauma, improve sleep, reduce nightmares, and lower depression & anxiety symptoms. Trauma can impact your relationships, ability to work and cause intense suffering.

Do you struggle with depressing thoughts or feel overwhelmed and unable to resolve anxiety, self-doubt or difficult memories? Do you find it difficult to thrive and feel satisfied in family, peer, academic, professional or romantic relationships? Do you struggle with managing focus, or your emotions - feeling they are too powerful or too muted? I believe strongly in your ability to overcome or adapt to these challenges and as a clinical psychologist have tools to help you build resilience and discover your own inner resources.

Often described as empathetic, diligent and astute, Celeste has experience working with victims of human trafficking. She knew after this experience that she wanted to become a therapist. She believes that something as small as a giggle, as well as reaching weekly goals, recovery maintenance and regaining one’s self-confidence can have a big impact on guests. She believes the smallest of steps can lead to the biggest strides. Celeste finds it fulfilling witnessing guests come full circle and regain their confidence, hope and sense of normalcy through the work they do in therapy.