Hawaii Medical Assurance Association Therapists in Honolulu, HI

I provide services throughout the state of Hawai’i, all islands are welcomed! I know finding a therapist can be a daunting task. I hope this profile will help you take the first step in prioritizing your emotional wellbeing to live a more meaningful life. The most important aspect of therapy is the relationship between you and I. My approach to therapy is focused on the unique needs of the individual and/or the family from a person-centered/ humanistic lens. My therapeutic foundation is centered on my cultural background, and built upon the platform of Lōkahi.

I can help those who are faced with difficult decisions, life crises, taxed relationships, past trauma, anxiety, depression, parenting issues, addiction, and vicarious trauma (or caregiver fatigue). All with acceptance and interest in you achieving your goals. You deserve it!

As a therapist, my aim is to foster a secure, supportive, and non-judgmental space where individuals and families can delve into the challenges that are faced. Together we will strive to remove barriers, earn trust, and make you feel welcome. We will work together to examine the relationship between your thoughts, feelings and behaviors while identifying ways to improve coping skills, restore confidence, and make positive changes. With experience spanning community mental health centers, schools, homes, and remote settings, I employ a person-centered, psychodynamic therapeutic approach.

Are you trying to conceive, grieving a miscarriage, currently pregnant, or recently postpartum and struggling? Challenges can come up at any stage of your reproductive or parenting journey, and you may feel overwhelmed and alone. We know this stage of life is hard and has plenty of highs and lows. We specialize in perinatal and maternal mental health and are here to support you.

THANKS FOR YOUR INTEREST, AT THIS TIME I'M NOT TAKING SELF-REFERRALS. I believe therapy is about authentic relationship. A genuine connection. A "corrective" relationship, balancing empathy, attunement, and validation of experience with compassionate confrontation. I come from a place of wanting the best for you and wanting to help you reach your potential. Engaging in therapy can mean stretching, digging, looking at hard things. It's not always easy to jump in. But therapy itself can be a "corrective experience" where someone is coming alongside you as a witness to your pain, your story, someone who really wants to understand you.

The healing process is one that is infinite and the beauty of that rests in the fact that there are an abundance of healing methods and forms of healing. Sourcing the appropriate path is contingent upon our present state and what we need in that particular life moment. I believe that a holistic approach to psychological, emotional, and behavioral issues is the most effective way to reaching the source of our distress. Throughout treatment an individual or family is provided with various coping tools and skills to manage symptoms.

Due to my schedule, it is best to click on the Email Me link to setup our initial contact. Sometimes life delivers challenging moments for us or we feel stuck in a negative cycle. We struggle through issues, whether brought on by our own choices or by the choices of others. I strive to provide an emotionally safe environment where you can explore those issues and challenges. Collaboratively we discover your core needs and ways to unblock whatever might be keeping you from your potential. Change can be difficult and challenging. I will work with you in an empathetic, compassionate, and supportive way to navigate this process.

Born and raised in the islands, I am blessed to be a part of our unique island culture and our Spirit of Aloha. Although I have travelled, Hawaii is my home. Yet even in paradise, we experience life's many challenges and everyday stressors. Navigating adulthood is a process of trial and error. I've been fortunate enough to have trustworthy friends and mentors to help guide me along the path that they have already travelled, and would like to offer the same assistance to others. Becoming a parent myself, I now see the cycle of life and growth that much more clearly.

I view my role as facilitating the recognition and removal of obstacles to personal growth for individuals and families. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, mood, stress and other adjustment-related concerns for adults, adolescents, and children. I also work with couples and families to improve communication and well-being. In addition, I serve as a "life coach" to those seeking overall dream fulfillment.

Life has challenges and therapy can help to progress with wisdom, strength, and healing to a healthy, effective, and enjoyable life. I will work with you to build marriages, family relationships, and personal growth. If your Christian faith is important to you, I enjoy including the principles of Christianity in therapy.

Life can bring joy and fulfilment, yet at times we all need support. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience. My practice serves children and their families as well as adults. Contact me for support in anxiety, depression, parenting, behavior, social skills, family issues, grief and trauma. I welcome all new clients and will tailor my approach to meet your needs.

Ready to split? Are you stuck in relationship ambivalence and just can't decide whether to stay or leave? Want to learn how to live and love with purpose? Before you breakup, divorce or go your separate way, try my unique program called Individual/Couples Counseling and Relationship Boot Camp. Most relationships or marriages need help and an immediate shot in the arm. It could be seen as your last shot to mending a broken connection or as relationship maintenance. Are you ready to experience a new sense of well-being, dignity and empowerment? If so, I can help you.

"As one of the clinical psychologists at Hawaii Counseling and Wellness Center, Dr. Lu works with clients of all ages, through individual, couples, and family therapy. Depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues are among her clinical specialties. Dr. Lu has training in couples and family as well as emotion focused models. Dr. Lu utilizes an integrative approach to therapy that incorporates relational, cognitive behavioral, and strength based methods actively tailored to the individual, couple, or family."

We all have had difficult issues arise in our lives. Whether you are dealing with trauma issues, 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.

I have worked in behavioral and mental health settings for the past seven years and I am licensed in the state of Hawaii and Florida. Much of my experience has been working with children and adolescents, with some additional experience working with adults. During this time, I have helped individuals navigate issues such as anxiety, depression, complex trauma, and self-esteem.

I am a licensed psychologist who has been in private practice for 38 years. You may be reluctant to consult a psychologist even though you feel overwhelmed and stressed. You might think that it is a weakness to talk to a professional about your situations or problems. Being willing to open up and share your concerns is an important step in finding solutions and is a sign of strength. You might benefit from realizing you are not alone and can be understood. Dr. Silke will be respectful of your spiritual/religious beliefs and will incorporate them into therapy as desired.

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.

I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges and build stronger, more fulfilling relationships. With over 20 years of experience, I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their concerns and work toward positive change. Whether you're struggling with communication issues, intimacy concerns, parenting challenges, or life transitions, I'm here to support you. My goal is to help you develop practical skills, gain deeper insights, and create lasting positive changes in your relationships and personal life.

As a neuropsychologist, I provide neuropsychological assessments, diagnostic services, and treatment to a wide range of clients, from questions about a child's learning difficulties to concerns about a senior's memory that has started to impact their daily living. I also provide a wide range of evaluations for legal related issues from Independent Medical Examinations, fitness for duty to legal issues; such as testamentary capacity. I approach each person with care and consideration for their emotional well-being, cultural background, age, and life experiences that may affect cognitive functioning. My goal is to provide a comprehensive and quality evaluation product whether that be for an individual client or third-party. My endeavor is to give the client the information they need to develop the best treatment plan for neuropsychological health or legal outcome. An appropriate diagnosis is dependent upon a good history, interviewing family members, teachers and review of records as appropriate. I strive to develop a treatment plan tailored to the individual with written reports appropriate for the consumer, be they parents, adult children, physicians, or lawyers.