Female Therapists in Waipahu, HI

“Give yourself the same care and attention that you give others and watch yourself bloom.” – The Sprouting Sunflower We often focus our energies on taking care of others and everything around us that we forget to take care of ourselves. Then we become overwhelmed, stressed, and feel many mixed emotions causing us to remain stuck in our patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaviors. Feeling stuck can significantly impact our relationship with others and with ourselves that leads to unhealthy ways of coping and feeling that everything might be "too much".

Hello! Thank you for stopping by. Taking the steps to identify the desire for support and to reach out to someone to seek guidance takes a lot of courage. Counseling can be intimidating; however, my goal is to provide a space that embodies safety, comfort, and growth. I view the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative one which requires active participation from all parties. My methodologies will vary based on individual needs.

I work with survivors of PTSD and Complex trauma, including relationship trauma and dissociation disorders. Common issues my clients present with include challenges with setting relationship boundaries with friends and family, coping with intense emotions, and an inability to be decisive in small or big life choices. Many are survivors of sexual or physical childhood abuse. Others say "childhood wasn't that bad," but have an intense inner critic and struggle with attracting and maintaining positive relationships and occupations, and are often unaware of the impact of emotional neglect and harsh criticism they experienced.

Do you feel like you are stuck in the past? Are you having difficulty with current life transitions and feeling discouraged? Sometimes taking the first step to ask for help is the scariest. Therapy is a safe venue to talk about these pressures and process your feelings. Taking care of your mental health during these trying times will help you manage all that is going on around you. Let me help you with your journey of healing and help you move forward in your life.

Everyone has a story. I want to hear yours. My experience as a therapist has led me to find this approach as a very effective one in bringing the transformation that people seek. Many of my patients have been surprised at how comfortable yet profound the therapeutic process has been for them. Yes, it does take hard work and personal commitment. But you won't be doing this alone. I am trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy, viewing our therapeutic relationship as central to the change process.

If relationship struggles, family issues and the stressful pace of daily life have you feeling anxious or depressed, the first step on your journey to mental and emotional healing should be with the help of a licensed therapist. At Ohana Therapy Hawaii, I understand that sometimes the natural ups and downs of life can be complicated by seemingly insurmountable difficulties. Let me help you regain your peace of mind, happiness and the freedom you deserve. CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS AT THE MOMENT.

Are you struggling with your faith, life and relationships? Been through an extensive amount of hurt and pain? The truth is that you don't have to continue living in that same, endless cycle. Counseling may be the answer for you. Through counseling, I can offer you the opportunity to process, heal, and progress from the challenges that you currently face.

Ho’omana! It means “to empower” and it represents who I am and what I stand for. It is my personal philosophy and part of my life’s purpose in serving others. Ho’omana captures the power we all have in us and evokes a sense of taking control and owning that power. It has been a catalyst in my own journey and healing which has led me into the field of psychology so that I may help others.

Hi, I'm Amanda, and I have 22 years of experience in Clinical Social Work. I specialize in several areas. Eating disorders on a spectrum from Bariatric patients to Anorexia Nervosa, Abuse (verbal, physical, and sexual), Anxiety, Depression, and Criminal Behavior. We work in the Mental Health field with adolescents and adults. I also have extensive legal and court experience. Many of these areas overlap, and I would happily speak with you about your needs.