In Person Therapists in Kailua, HI
![Photo of Phyllis Rooney, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8e90822b-efb9-4bfa-b3e2-505be34ea6f7/1/320x400.jpeg)
Aloha! I’m Phyllis Rooney, a trained Mental Health Counselor, serving children, teens, and adults in Hawaii. I love to work with motivated, ready to work clients. Clients who are open minded, flexible, curious about self. I am also very comfortable in working with clients from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer community (LGBTQ +). Moreover I am extremely comfortable working with clients who are depressed, clients who are experiencing debilitating anxiety and clients who are complex trauma victims.
Aloha! I’m Phyllis Rooney, a trained Mental Health Counselor, serving children, teens, and adults in Hawaii. I love to work with motivated, ready to work clients. Clients who are open minded, flexible, curious about self. I am also very comfortable in working with clients from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer community (LGBTQ +). Moreover I am extremely comfortable working with clients who are depressed, clients who are experiencing debilitating anxiety and clients who are complex trauma victims.
![Photo of Meriah Nichols, MA, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8216ad79-fe2a-426b-ba83-1db444ffc684/2/320x400.jpeg)
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.
![Photo of Whitley Rose, MA, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0ebf40eb-4c83-40e8-9147-136964c5c36c/1/320x400.jpeg)
Now offering in-person Animal Assisted Therapy on Oahu! Transpersonal means “trans” transcend beyond the person “personal”. This style of therapy uses different modalities to work beyond the ego-self. It consists of working with 3 layers; the mind, body, and soul. This might look like hanging out with the animals at the sanctuary, EMDR, hypnosis, yoga, meditation, dreamwork, astrology, CBT, and other techniques to explore all levels of our experience.
Now offering in-person Animal Assisted Therapy on Oahu! Transpersonal means “trans” transcend beyond the person “personal”. This style of therapy uses different modalities to work beyond the ego-self. It consists of working with 3 layers; the mind, body, and soul. This might look like hanging out with the animals at the sanctuary, EMDR, hypnosis, yoga, meditation, dreamwork, astrology, CBT, and other techniques to explore all levels of our experience.
![Photo of Amy Yang, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1367d188-c3b9-4586-bb14-804815dc770d/1/320x400.jpeg)
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.
![Photo of Thomas Kirkham, MA, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f14a769d-01ff-4731-8ebc-080a193161dc/2/320x400.jpeg)
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.
![Photo of Natalia Werkoff, LCSW, CSAC, PMH-C, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/49c67fa5-8bf3-4957-84ad-b15f587ae604/1/320x400.jpeg)
Natalia Werkoff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Kailua, HI 96734
Aloha y bienvenidos, I work with adults who are struggling to find their balance in life. The clients I work with find safety and a sense of relief in our sessions. We work together to develop a plan to restore hope for the future through gaining insight, coping skills, and confidence. I have specialized training working with pregnant and post-partum parents, grief, substance use, harm reduction, and working with the LGBT+ community. I currently have some evening and weekend availability if business hours are not an option for you at this time.
Aloha y bienvenidos, I work with adults who are struggling to find their balance in life. The clients I work with find safety and a sense of relief in our sessions. We work together to develop a plan to restore hope for the future through gaining insight, coping skills, and confidence. I have specialized training working with pregnant and post-partum parents, grief, substance use, harm reduction, and working with the LGBT+ community. I currently have some evening and weekend availability if business hours are not an option for you at this time.
![Photo of Olivia Pool, MA](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/68446e2a-2956-4185-9b9f-727f56e88df0/1/320x400.png)
Have you done a ton of personal development work but still find yourself stuck and frustrated that you just keep repeating the same patterns of behavior? Or you're in the middle of a major life transition and unsure of how to cope with the changes and emotions? Searching for purpose and direction in this wild ride of life and just can't seem to find it yet? I help brilliant people like you move beyond these issues by teaching self mastery skills so you can be your own best therapist, healer, and guide. If you're ready to learn the skills and make the changes to become the master of yourself, you've landed on the right page.
Have you done a ton of personal development work but still find yourself stuck and frustrated that you just keep repeating the same patterns of behavior? Or you're in the middle of a major life transition and unsure of how to cope with the changes and emotions? Searching for purpose and direction in this wild ride of life and just can't seem to find it yet? I help brilliant people like you move beyond these issues by teaching self mastery skills so you can be your own best therapist, healer, and guide. If you're ready to learn the skills and make the changes to become the master of yourself, you've landed on the right page.
![Photo of Alanna Hobbs, MA, ACC, CPCC](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/427cbf6b-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Are you unhappy in your current career or looking for a change of career? Do you love your career but want to take it to the next level? Do you want to wake up looking forward to going to work? Are you unsure what is next for you, but you know some kind of change is needed? If you answered yes to any of these questions, contact me for a "I'm ready to re-envision my career session".
Are you unhappy in your current career or looking for a change of career? Do you love your career but want to take it to the next level? Do you want to wake up looking forward to going to work? Are you unsure what is next for you, but you know some kind of change is needed? If you answered yes to any of these questions, contact me for a "I'm ready to re-envision my career session".
![Photo of Sophia Bullard, MS, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bf6b34ed-a1e4-43e4-ab80-d7fa040d253b/2/320x400.jpeg)
Sophia Bullard studied at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, receiving her Bachelors of Science in Psychology in 2021 and her Masters of Science in Community and Trauma Counseling in May of 2022. Sophia is currently working towards the LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) credential in the state of Hawaii. Additionally, she has future goals of becoming a Registered Play Therapist and Certified Yoga Therapist. Sophia’s clinical experience stems from working as a counseling intern at various public elementary and middle schools in the Greater Philadelphia area.
Sophia Bullard studied at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, receiving her Bachelors of Science in Psychology in 2021 and her Masters of Science in Community and Trauma Counseling in May of 2022. Sophia is currently working towards the LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) credential in the state of Hawaii. Additionally, she has future goals of becoming a Registered Play Therapist and Certified Yoga Therapist. Sophia’s clinical experience stems from working as a counseling intern at various public elementary and middle schools in the Greater Philadelphia area.
![Photo of Kristi Kaapu, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d3345d1a-9525-4798-8468-7b28bbc4d61e/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hi! My name is Kristi Kaapu and I am an LCSW. My focus areas of practice are anxiety, depression, school/work issues, interpersonal difficulties, and trauma. When I first meet with my clients, I emphasize that I am providing them with a safe, non-judgmental space for our work together and then listen carefully to my client's concerns. I have worked with clients of all ages, from youth to older adults, but more recently, my work has been primarily with adults. I enjoy working with adults from all ethnicities and cultures, from all sexual orientations, and from all religious, spiritual, and non-religious perspectives.
Hi! My name is Kristi Kaapu and I am an LCSW. My focus areas of practice are anxiety, depression, school/work issues, interpersonal difficulties, and trauma. When I first meet with my clients, I emphasize that I am providing them with a safe, non-judgmental space for our work together and then listen carefully to my client's concerns. I have worked with clients of all ages, from youth to older adults, but more recently, my work has been primarily with adults. I enjoy working with adults from all ethnicities and cultures, from all sexual orientations, and from all religious, spiritual, and non-religious perspectives.
![Photo of Bethany Hicks, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/aa14e0af-8243-4528-8841-4f7db5331003/1/320x400.png)
My name is Bethany Hicks. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe there is power in expressing feelings and externalizing negative thoughts. I approach therapy through dialogue, humor, metaphors, and grounding. I enjoy working with clients who may need help with anxiety, grief, and life transitions. I also enjoy working with college students and those seeking career changes. I also enjoy working with Older Adults. I have an eclectic approach and draw from a strength-based framework. I utilize CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, and Solution Focused frameworks.
My name is Bethany Hicks. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe there is power in expressing feelings and externalizing negative thoughts. I approach therapy through dialogue, humor, metaphors, and grounding. I enjoy working with clients who may need help with anxiety, grief, and life transitions. I also enjoy working with college students and those seeking career changes. I also enjoy working with Older Adults. I have an eclectic approach and draw from a strength-based framework. I utilize CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, and Solution Focused frameworks.
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![Photo of George Francis Giles, LSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8bbf0f30-abb0-4cf6-b884-fd1629f578a7/1/320x400.jpeg)
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.
![Photo of Hannah Beck, BA, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6d5b4a27-bc5b-4b39-b6f8-590bdafc057d/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hannah Beck, BA graduated with her Bachelors of Arts in Psychology from San Diego State University. She has recently relocated to Oahu where she pursues her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, with an emphasis in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Hannah is also credentialed in personal training, health coaching, and nutrition. Hannah's extensive experience as a server has also helped develop her strong interpersonal skills. Her diverse occupational background has made her a well-rounded and open-minded mental health worker.
Hannah Beck, BA graduated with her Bachelors of Arts in Psychology from San Diego State University. She has recently relocated to Oahu where she pursues her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, with an emphasis in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Hannah is also credentialed in personal training, health coaching, and nutrition. Hannah's extensive experience as a server has also helped develop her strong interpersonal skills. Her diverse occupational background has made her a well-rounded and open-minded mental health worker.
![Photo of Melissa St. Claire, MA, CHT, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5300a4f6-a486-4070-b805-d08ac2429b34/3/320x400.jpeg)
Stressful situations can happen suddenly, or build over time. Whether it is a relationship issue, traumatic experience, life transition, or career challenge, I can help you move from surviving to thriving. Using comprehensive methodologies, I offer a highly personalized approach, tailored to each client. I work with individuals to help them build on their strengths and attain the healing, growth and change they are looking for.
Stressful situations can happen suddenly, or build over time. Whether it is a relationship issue, traumatic experience, life transition, or career challenge, I can help you move from surviving to thriving. Using comprehensive methodologies, I offer a highly personalized approach, tailored to each client. I work with individuals to help them build on their strengths and attain the healing, growth and change they are looking for.
![Photo of Renee E Rokero, LSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c08b9f9-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/1/320x400.jpeg)
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.
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.
![Photo of Andrea Nila Negron, LSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d5214bb7-f35b-4865-8cfd-f6872c7a0d15/1/320x400.jpeg)
Andrea Nila Negron, MSW, LSW, received her Master’s degree from New Mexico State University. With a background in trauma-informed yoga and bodywork, she brings a psycho-spiritual approach to healing and wellness. She specializes in collaborating with individuals with attachment and developmental trauma using the NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM), which integrates a cognitive and somatic approach to address the root causes of current life challenges. Nila also has experience supporting individuals in 12-step recovery work.
Andrea Nila Negron, MSW, LSW, received her Master’s degree from New Mexico State University. With a background in trauma-informed yoga and bodywork, she brings a psycho-spiritual approach to healing and wellness. She specializes in collaborating with individuals with attachment and developmental trauma using the NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM), which integrates a cognitive and somatic approach to address the root causes of current life challenges. Nila also has experience supporting individuals in 12-step recovery work.
![Photo of Tyra Gardner, MS, MEd, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/553b4c6b-17c0-4751-894f-aa4340643cb1/1/320x400.jpeg)
Tyra S. Gardner is a Psychotherapist and CEO of At A Moments Notice, LLC. Tyra is a passionate scholar-practitioner in the field of mental health, who divides her time between clinical practice, training and business consulting. In her clinical practice, she delivers cognitive behavioral therapy and other evidence-based treatments to adults and adolescent clients with a range of emotional behavioral and adjustment problems including anger management, anxiety, stress, depression and relationship issues.
Tyra S. Gardner is a Psychotherapist and CEO of At A Moments Notice, LLC. Tyra is a passionate scholar-practitioner in the field of mental health, who divides her time between clinical practice, training and business consulting. In her clinical practice, she delivers cognitive behavioral therapy and other evidence-based treatments to adults and adolescent clients with a range of emotional behavioral and adjustment problems including anger management, anxiety, stress, depression and relationship issues.
![Photo of Marissa M Katz Bellani, LMHC, MT](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c4552f1a-dad5-4d00-9caf-b42aed580f3f/3/320x400.jpeg)
Aloha! I'm a mental health counselor licensed in Hawaii and Massachusetts. I'm a Music Therapist. I earned a Masters from Lesley University in Expressive Arts Therapies, with nine years of experience working in the mental health field. I help individual adults struggling with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, or general life difficulties that require help to sort through. I support your self expression, tension reduction, and fostering healthier connections with the people in your life. I'm meeting for sessions online and in person.
Aloha! I'm a mental health counselor licensed in Hawaii and Massachusetts. I'm a Music Therapist. I earned a Masters from Lesley University in Expressive Arts Therapies, with nine years of experience working in the mental health field. I help individual adults struggling with anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, or general life difficulties that require help to sort through. I support your self expression, tension reduction, and fostering healthier connections with the people in your life. I'm meeting for sessions online and in person.
![Photo of Grace Holbrook, MSW, LSW, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/69ad5c90-d354-4f82-aefb-4f24d133b658/2/320x400.jpeg)
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.
![Photo of Petra Parvati Meedt, MA, MS, Marriage & Family Therapist Intern](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/994e7870-af57-4dd6-9545-c01799c67347/3/320x400.jpeg)
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.