Experiential Therapy in Kailua, HI
Melanie Marion Oliveira
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kailua, HI 96734 (Online Only)
While vulnerable, healthy people seek therapy because not avoiding and recognizing you need support, is a sign of strength. I provide therapy to people coping with life changes, relationship stressors, loss, trauma, depression/anxiety, infertility, health issues, parenting, or job challenges (including the military). It's important to find a therapist with skill and training, however positive outcomes in therapy largely depend on the relationship you build.
While vulnerable, healthy people seek therapy because not avoiding and recognizing you need support, is a sign of strength. I provide therapy to people coping with life changes, relationship stressors, loss, trauma, depression/anxiety, infertility, health issues, parenting, or job challenges (including the military). It's important to find a therapist with skill and training, however positive outcomes in therapy largely depend on the relationship you build.
Heart Led Therapy LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kailua, HI 96734 (Online Only)
Do you find yourself having tightness in your chest, neck or hips, having racing thoughts, trouble concentrating, questioning your life decisions or having fear of the future or worry around the unknown? Are you an ambitious woman who desires more in life and wants support while dealing with burnout, changes in relationships, jobs or wants to stop self sabotaging? Or someone who wants to stop living in survival mode and finally thrive in life and love? If so, you’re in the right place. Together we will co-create on a game plan to understand how your coping skills have protected you, develop new skills, and deepen into self love.
Do you find yourself having tightness in your chest, neck or hips, having racing thoughts, trouble concentrating, questioning your life decisions or having fear of the future or worry around the unknown? Are you an ambitious woman who desires more in life and wants support while dealing with burnout, changes in relationships, jobs or wants to stop self sabotaging? Or someone who wants to stop living in survival mode and finally thrive in life and love? If so, you’re in the right place. Together we will co-create on a game plan to understand how your coping skills have protected you, develop new skills, and deepen into self love.
Sissi Tran
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kailua, HI 96734 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel overwhelmed by the changes in your life? Are you at a point where you are trying so hard but still feel stuck? With over 20 years of practice as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my passion is to collaborate with my clients to discover effective coping strategies, move from a place of dissatisfaction or unhappiness in their life and arrive at a place of overall wellness with hope, joy, peace, and purpose.
Do you feel overwhelmed by the changes in your life? Are you at a point where you are trying so hard but still feel stuck? With over 20 years of practice as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my passion is to collaborate with my clients to discover effective coping strategies, move from a place of dissatisfaction or unhappiness in their life and arrive at a place of overall wellness with hope, joy, peace, and purpose.
Welcome! Whether you're navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply feel stuck, I’m here to support you on your journey toward an empowered & fulfilling life. Our bodies and nervous systems hold onto a range of personal, cultural, and generational experiences—joys, fears, traumas, and learned patterns. These experiences shape how we engage with the world—how we relate, react, and participate in life. Beneath these layers and material, there’s a place of connection and wholeness waiting to be rediscovered, offering the potential to break free from unwanted patterns.
Welcome! Whether you're navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or simply feel stuck, I’m here to support you on your journey toward an empowered & fulfilling life. Our bodies and nervous systems hold onto a range of personal, cultural, and generational experiences—joys, fears, traumas, and learned patterns. These experiences shape how we engage with the world—how we relate, react, and participate in life. Beneath these layers and material, there’s a place of connection and wholeness waiting to be rediscovered, offering the potential to break free from unwanted patterns.
Asking for help takes courage, and taking the first step towards feeling like yourself again starts here. I provide a supportive and accepting environment that provides the freedom to express your feelings and a place to feel safe and comfortable. Whether you're seeking couples counseling, family counseling or individual counseling, I would be honored to help you on your journey towards healing and change.
Asking for help takes courage, and taking the first step towards feeling like yourself again starts here. I provide a supportive and accepting environment that provides the freedom to express your feelings and a place to feel safe and comfortable. Whether you're seeking couples counseling, family counseling or individual counseling, I would be honored to help you on your journey towards healing and change.
Life can feel hard and scary at times, and asking for help takes courage. Your journey to health and healing has begun. When you contact me, I will provide you with a free consultation to discuss your needs. When we meet online or in person you will feel comforted because I create a safe space for you to express your feelings. I will listen to your struggles without judgement, and I'll help you navigate life's challenging and difficult moments. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy, and I will feel privileged that you trust me to help you on your journey. We all go through ups and downs. You are not alone.
Life can feel hard and scary at times, and asking for help takes courage. Your journey to health and healing has begun. When you contact me, I will provide you with a free consultation to discuss your needs. When we meet online or in person you will feel comforted because I create a safe space for you to express your feelings. I will listen to your struggles without judgement, and I'll help you navigate life's challenging and difficult moments. I provide individual, couples, and family therapy, and I will feel privileged that you trust me to help you on your journey. We all go through ups and downs. You are not alone.
Kayla Ennett
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Kailua, HI 96734 (Online Only)
Kayla Ennett, PsyD, LMHC, is a licensed therapist living in Colorado who is very motivated and excited to work with the residents of Hawaii via TeleHealth therapy. Kayla has an eclectic experience with counseling. She started off as a college career counselor and then moved on to school counseling. Later in her career, she began doing therapy with inmates at a state prison then veterans and their families on post. She currently focuses on working with clients and couples who suffer from depression, anxiety, personality disorders, LGBTQ+, and concerns related to intimacy and sex.
Kayla Ennett, PsyD, LMHC, is a licensed therapist living in Colorado who is very motivated and excited to work with the residents of Hawaii via TeleHealth therapy. Kayla has an eclectic experience with counseling. She started off as a college career counselor and then moved on to school counseling. Later in her career, she began doing therapy with inmates at a state prison then veterans and their families on post. She currently focuses on working with clients and couples who suffer from depression, anxiety, personality disorders, LGBTQ+, and concerns related to intimacy and sex.
Behavioral and developmental needs need not limit the lives of the individuals diagnosed with them or their families. At our center, we provide behavioral support to individuals and their families so they can ultimately live their best life. Our comprehensive program helps identify each individuals needs and formulate a plan that will ultimately help them reach those behavioral and developmental goals.
Behavioral and developmental needs need not limit the lives of the individuals diagnosed with them or their families. At our center, we provide behavioral support to individuals and their families so they can ultimately live their best life. Our comprehensive program helps identify each individuals needs and formulate a plan that will ultimately help them reach those behavioral and developmental goals.
The Journey Therapy IOP
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, CEDS, BCN
Verified Verified
Kailua, HI 96734 (Online Only)
Are you exhausted from your obsessive thoughts about food and body image? Feeling defeated by ED behaviors? With over 20 years in this field, let me teach you the most effective skills that I've identified through the years needed to recover from your ED fully. These skills are found in my book ("An Integrative Approach to Treating Eating Disorders: 9 Foundational Skills for a Lasting Recovery" available on Amazon.) You will learn the function of the disorder, address, and heal unresolved distressful underlying issues, and you'll learn to utilize foundational skills to replace old patterns for full ED recovery.
Are you exhausted from your obsessive thoughts about food and body image? Feeling defeated by ED behaviors? With over 20 years in this field, let me teach you the most effective skills that I've identified through the years needed to recover from your ED fully. These skills are found in my book ("An Integrative Approach to Treating Eating Disorders: 9 Foundational Skills for a Lasting Recovery" available on Amazon.) You will learn the function of the disorder, address, and heal unresolved distressful underlying issues, and you'll learn to utilize foundational skills to replace old patterns for full ED recovery.
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.
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.
Grace's focus in treatment is to be client centered and to help support you in accomplishing your goals in therapy. Her goal is to create a safe environment for you to process past or current difficulties, stressors or traumas. Grace has a background working with clients who experience anxiety, depression, addiction, PTSD, attachment disorders, personality disorders, and have experienced abuse or neglect.
Grace's focus in treatment is to be client centered and to help support you in accomplishing your goals in therapy. Her goal is to create a safe environment for you to process past or current difficulties, stressors or traumas. Grace has a background working with clients who experience anxiety, depression, addiction, PTSD, attachment disorders, personality disorders, and have experienced abuse or neglect.
Meriah is a person-centered counselor who believes in the power of listening. She believes that you know what’s best for yourself; she can help you figure out some pieces and process through therapeutic tools. Meriah specializes in working with people who have an intersection with disability (- autism, neurodiverse, Down syndrome, deaf, blind, intellectual, or developmental disability, traumatic brain injury, PTSD, physical disability, chronic illness, mental illness). “Intersection” with disability being either an acquired disability, disabled through life, a child or loved one with a disability or a recently acquired disability.
Meriah is a person-centered counselor who believes in the power of listening. She believes that you know what’s best for yourself; she can help you figure out some pieces and process through therapeutic tools. Meriah specializes in working with people who have an intersection with disability (- autism, neurodiverse, Down syndrome, deaf, blind, intellectual, or developmental disability, traumatic brain injury, PTSD, physical disability, chronic illness, mental illness). “Intersection” with disability being either an acquired disability, disabled through life, a child or loved one with a disability or a recently acquired disability.
Aloha, I'm Kim Medeiros and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am based in Honolulu, Hawai'i, and work with clients throughout the state of Hawai'i via telehealth. I have spent 6 years working in the field and have helped adults of all ages find healing and freedom through therapy. I have a history of providing therapy to adults of all ages. I specialize in addiction, anxiety, stress, grief, depression, life transitions, and relationship issues. Although I specialize in these areas, I also welcome patients who may be experiencing other issues as well.
Aloha, I'm Kim Medeiros and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am based in Honolulu, Hawai'i, and work with clients throughout the state of Hawai'i via telehealth. I have spent 6 years working in the field and have helped adults of all ages find healing and freedom through therapy. I have a history of providing therapy to adults of all ages. I specialize in addiction, anxiety, stress, grief, depression, life transitions, and relationship issues. Although I specialize in these areas, I also welcome patients who may be experiencing other issues as well.
Aloha Kākou, my name is Chasdy Wright, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Hawaii. I enjoy working with self-aware women who want to improve their self-esteem, confidence, and relationship skills so they can feel less anxious, depressed, and alone in life. People-Pleasers and Perfectionists, I am here for you. This provider resides in Hawaii. My style and approach seem to be a good fit for women ages 15-35 who relate to people-pleasing, perfectionism, and self-criticism. Overachievers and over-thinkers that feel stuck stressed, and scared of letting others down appreciate my open attitude.
Aloha Kākou, my name is Chasdy Wright, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Hawaii. I enjoy working with self-aware women who want to improve their self-esteem, confidence, and relationship skills so they can feel less anxious, depressed, and alone in life. People-Pleasers and Perfectionists, I am here for you. This provider resides in Hawaii. My style and approach seem to be a good fit for women ages 15-35 who relate to people-pleasing, perfectionism, and self-criticism. Overachievers and over-thinkers that feel stuck stressed, and scared of letting others down appreciate my open attitude.
Hello, my name is Amy Yang, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Hawaii and working with clients statewide via telehealth. Whether you're facing depression, anxiety, substance abuse, bereavement, or a difficult transition, I believe you have the power to change within. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, and life stressors using a collaborative approach to help my clients make progress and grow.
Hello, my name is Amy Yang, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Hawaii and working with clients statewide via telehealth. Whether you're facing depression, anxiety, substance abuse, bereavement, or a difficult transition, I believe you have the power to change within. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, and life stressors using a collaborative approach to help my clients make progress and grow.
Petra Parvati Meedt, MS, MA is a Marriage and Family Therapy Intern offering telehealth therapy for individuals, couples, and families in English and Spanish. Additionally, to being a Marriage and Family Therapy Intern in Hawaii, she is a licensed psychologist in Puerto Rico, Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) in Texas, and a Clinical Hypnotherapist and certified Yoga Teacher. Her professional training includes a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from the Interamerican University, Puerto Rico, specialized in Family therapy and a second master’s degree in Cultural Anthropology from the University of Freiburg in Germany.
Petra Parvati Meedt, MS, MA is a Marriage and Family Therapy Intern offering telehealth therapy for individuals, couples, and families in English and Spanish. Additionally, to being a Marriage and Family Therapy Intern in Hawaii, she is a licensed psychologist in Puerto Rico, Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) in Texas, and a Clinical Hypnotherapist and certified Yoga Teacher. Her professional training includes a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from the Interamerican University, Puerto Rico, specialized in Family therapy and a second master’s degree in Cultural Anthropology from the University of Freiburg in Germany.
Camille is a licensed social worker, psychotherapist and behavioral specialist who received her Master’s Degree in Social Work with an emphasis in Mental and Behavioral Health from the University of Hawaiʻi at Manoa. With over ten years experience working with adolescents, young adults, and families in outdoor, educational and therapeutic settings she brings a dynamic style, utilizing a strength-based approach. Camille has experience working with military families and local behavioral health organizations.
Camille is a licensed social worker, psychotherapist and behavioral specialist who received her Master’s Degree in Social Work with an emphasis in Mental and Behavioral Health from the University of Hawaiʻi at Manoa. With over ten years experience working with adolescents, young adults, and families in outdoor, educational and therapeutic settings she brings a dynamic style, utilizing a strength-based approach. Camille has experience working with military families and local behavioral health organizations.
Christle Kamakaala • Mauli Ola Therapy Center
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kailua, HI 96734 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with life's challenges? I am here to help! With over ten years of experience working in the mental health field, I specialize in Relationship Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Coping Skills, PTSD, Trauma, Life Transitions, Behavioral Issues, and Substance Use Disorders. My clinical expertise includes working with Individuals, Couples, and Families. Utilizing various evidence based therapeutic approaches, I am dedicated to providing optimal care and compassion while encouraging growth and resilience. I provide individualized care based on your specific needs.
Are you struggling with life's challenges? I am here to help! With over ten years of experience working in the mental health field, I specialize in Relationship Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Coping Skills, PTSD, Trauma, Life Transitions, Behavioral Issues, and Substance Use Disorders. My clinical expertise includes working with Individuals, Couples, and Families. Utilizing various evidence based therapeutic approaches, I am dedicated to providing optimal care and compassion while encouraging growth and resilience. I provide individualized care based on your specific needs.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my goal is to assist you in uncovering your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, my goal is to assist you in uncovering your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
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Experiential Therapy
How does experiential therapy work?
Experiential therapy works by allowing an individual to use their creativity to re-imagine themselves and their lives in an effort to process their emotions. Experiential therapy may take many forms, including engaging clients through art, re-enactments, role-playing, music, or forms of physical recreation. By focusing on these activities, experiential therapists help individuals identify the emotions they associate with previous experiences and work together to cope with negative reactions, like fear, anger, or shame.
Is experiential therapy evidence-based?
Experiential therapy incorporates many therapy modalities, some of which have been more closely researched than others. Music therapy, for example, has been shown to help with sleep problems. Some studies find that art therapy can be beneficial for those with eating disorders or personality disorders, while other research suggests that such approaches have little impact.
How long does experiential therapy last?
The duration of experiential therapy will depend on the type of therapy used as well as the severity of the challenges an individual faces. Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Art therapy may comprise 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Music therapy sessions generally last between 30 and 50 minutes and can be scheduled weekly or on an as-needed basis. For each therapy type, clients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
Does experiential therapy help with trauma?
Trauma is one area where experiential therapy may be useful. Traumatic experiences such as combat or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating visual art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. Listening to music can be relaxing, while making music as part of a group provides plenty of opportunities to connect with other people. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, or who have been physically or emotionally abused.