Therapists Beginning With P in Hawaii

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.

Currently taking new patients. Are you seeking to break free from the grip of overwhelming emotions? As a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with over 25 years of experience, my dedication to guiding young adults through life's complexities and challenging moments is rooted in a genuine passion for providing support during times of trauma. In our therapeutic sessions, I draw upon my extensive experience and the insights gained from earning my Master's in Social Work from University of Southern California.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist with experience in treating a wide range of clinical issues. Wanting to work toward self-discovery and healing is a courageous step, and I would be honored to accompany you on this journey. Psychotherapy is a collaborative process, and together, we'll work towards fostering resilience, uncovering your strengths, and creating positive and meaningful change. I value your unique experiences and perspectives and I would be committed to helping you in achieving the clarity that you seek.

I work with clients who are looking to transform their lives, are motivated to create positive changes and express their best selves. Would you like to find the motivation to create a new way of being in your world? Have you been wondering about your personal life, relationships, job, or business and thinking, “Is this it?” If so, you have come to the right place to imagine and create something different.

Aloha, for more than 20 years, Iʻve been devoted to serving my community on the Big Island of Hawaii. Throughout my career, my primary focus has been assisting the most vulnerable and at-risk populations who struggle with anxiety and depression. I work primarily with adolescents and adults and always strive to provide safe, compassionate and non-judgmental therapy experiences, where you can feel comfortable being your authentic self without hesitation.

Do you find yourself fascinated with personal growth and self-development? Do you want to better understand yourself so you can live your truth and show up more fully? Are you interested in deepening your relationships, learning to sit with discomfort, and communicate effectively in real time? Do you have tendency to self-abandon and people-please? Are you feeling the weight of pain and loneliness during this screen-heavy tech era? If so, you've come to the right place. Therapy can help with all this and more. Let's discuss your struggles in a safe, light-hearted space, and redirect your focus so that you can write your story anew.

Compassion is the foundation of my therapeutic work with all clients. It's important to me that you feel respected, cared for, and that you feel better. Challenging life situations, traumatic experiences, and/or dysfunctional family dynamics can cause all of us to feel distressed. Sharing your experiences, feeling validated and listened to, can decrease your emotional pain. Using a relational and client-centered approach, I can address your individual needs. Working together, we can find solutions and tools to help you make lasting changes that ultimately result in you feeling better.

I am currently accepting Graduate Students for supervision. Are you struggling with past or current military, childhood or other types of trauma? Are you dealing with overwhelming anxiety or depression? Are you in conflict with family members? These are my specialties and I would be honored to guide you through the healing process. I focus on unique individual strengths and positive attributes. I am here to guide you on that journey of rediscovery in yourself and with your loved ones.

I have been providing therapy for four years. My approach to therapy is a collaboration with my client. Together, we navigate through the issues that bring them to the session, focus on turning individuals inward, identifying strengths, and assisting each person to find his/her natural feelings so individuals may rely on them.

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.

Your child is struggling and you’re not sure how to help. You’ve tried talking to them hundreds of times but it isn’t working. It’s so hard to stay consistent when there are so many different things going on. You feel frustrated and exhausted from the chaos. You worry about your child at school, and then you’re overwhelmed with parenthood when they come home. Sometimes you nag too much, and start to yell, then you feel guilty. Morning and bedtime routines seem impossible, the kids are arguing and tantrumming, and you're drained. If you’d like to manage parenthood with ease, it is time to try something new. Let’s work together.

I enjoy helping my clients build on their strengths to achieve the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing. I am passionate about empowering clients through a strong therapeutic relationship and fostering a supportive, non-judgmental environment that enables clients to address personal life challenges effectively. The most common problems my clients struggle with include mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder, as well as substance abuse issues. My clients may also be dealing with life transitions, family conflicts, relationship issues, and trauma.

As a counselor, I utilize a strengths-based and person-centered approach. I believe in fostering genuine connections and cultivating resilience within individuals. Each person possesses inherent strengths waiting to be unearthed, and my role is to provide a safe and supportive space for this exploration. Being born and raised in Hawaiʻi, my approach is informed by the spirit of aloha and local Hawaiian values. I prioritize building trust and creating a sense of belonging. I recognize the importance of cultural identity and honor the diverse backgrounds of those I work with.

Are you seeking a compassionate connection to help you or your family navigate the complexities and challenges of life? We all face struggles that leave us overwhelmed or lost and reaching out is a courageous act of self-care and a powerful choice in support of your mental health. Together we can create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can express your thoughts and emotions. Your unique journey will be met with empathy and understanding as we work together to establish your goals and discover your inner strengths.

You've always carried so much for your family, and in many ways are considered a trailblazer. Your family came to this country, and life growing up was complex for you as you navigated barriers, culture, your own self-doubt and shame for creating a different path, or wanting something different. It's getting harder to live in both worlds...what will my (insert here: family, friends, community, children) think of me? Meanwhile, you are noticing it may be harder to sleep, body pain where there was none, more frequent headaches or instrusive thoughts, restlessness...and you are here just seeking some relief and a path forward.

I offer counseling across all 5 counties of Hawaii via phone or video for your convenience. Sometimes we arrive at a point where we know things can get better for us, and I am grateful that we are about to cross paths. I have 11 years of experience working in the field of mental health and I am here to support you in creating a life that you feel passionate about.

Are you seeking a journey toward deeper self-awareness and emotional balance? Perhaps you’ve tried the more traditional approaches typically aimed at symptom management, but long to explore deeper into the underlying causes of your distress and treat them at the source. I offer an integration of psychotherapy, mindfulness, and when necessary, pharmaceutical support, ensuring a holistic view of your well-being.

Offering integrated psychotherapy that is tailored to each patient's unique needs. Psychotherapy treatment may include behavioral, emotion-oriented, cognitive-oriented, and relaxation techniques that may be used as an adjunct in the treatment with patients that have been diagnosed with tension headaches, depression, life changes and transitions, relationship challenges, and symptom management. Services will be provided individually and can include family psychoeducation, individual and/or couples therapy. Couples counseling will be exposed to Gottman Techniques.

The focus of counselling is to address what the client wants more of in his/her life. Most of the time the goal is to feel happier. As your counsellor I will provide a space and venue for patterns to be revealed and unconscious beliefs to be addressed. The results will be a greater sense of personal power in creating a life of contentment and choice.The conversation we have in the therapeutic environment is a purposeful one, it is about what works, what does not work and the strategies needed to shift from discontentment to contentment.