Education and Learning Disabilities Psychiatrists in Kailua, HI
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Healing isn't linear, and you don't need to have everything figured out to start.
At Ohana Holistic Psychiatry, many of the individuals that I work with come feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and misunderstood from trying to hold everything together alone.
You deserve a space where you can breathe, feel seen, and be supported without judgment. You don't have to navigate your struggles by yourself, together we'll move at your pace, creating space for healing, balance, and lasting peace.
Accepting New Clients!
Healing isn't linear, and you don't need to have everything figured out to start.
At Ohana Holistic Psychiatry, many of the individuals that I work with come feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and misunderstood from trying to hold everything together alone.
You deserve a space where you can breathe, feel seen, and be supported without judgment. You don't have to navigate your struggles by yourself, together we'll move at your pace, creating space for healing, balance, and lasting peace.
Individualized outpatient psychiatry and medication management, treating ages 5 to kupuna. Telehealth available for all of the Hawai'ian Islands. In-person appts available in Waimea (Kamuela) on Hawai'i Island and in Honolulu on Oahu.
Well-versed in caring for clients with PTSD, survivors of sex trafficking, domestic abuse, blended families, diverse cultural and ethnic groups, addiction and recovery, LGBTQIA communities, active duty, veterans, first responders, healthcare workers, and their families.
Individualized outpatient psychiatry and medication management, treating ages 5 to kupuna. Telehealth available for all of the Hawai'ian Islands. In-person appts available in Waimea (Kamuela) on Hawai'i Island and in Honolulu on Oahu.
Well-versed in caring for clients with PTSD, survivors of sex trafficking, domestic abuse, blended families, diverse cultural and ethnic groups, addiction and recovery, LGBTQIA communities, active duty, veterans, first responders, healthcare workers, and their families.
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Aloha — I'm Tara Knight, a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with specialty training in child and adolescent psychiatry. I work with keiki, teens, and adults across Hawaiʻi facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and the effects of difficult or high-stress experiences. Whether it's your child or yourself, you don't have to navigate it alone.
Aloha — I'm Tara Knight, a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with specialty training in child and adolescent psychiatry. I work with keiki, teens, and adults across Hawaiʻi facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and the effects of difficult or high-stress experiences. Whether it's your child or yourself, you don't have to navigate it alone.
Fostering healing, resiliency, mindfulness, and healthy relationships. We help you gain control of the issues affecting your life. Our practice truly values people – your experiences, feelings, relationships, and unique lives. Our goal is to look at the big picture and treat each person and family holistically, uniquely, and wholeheartedly. Healthy habits and self-awareness are integral to our approach. Our in-depth evaluation process helps us get to the root of the problem. Our next step is to help you gain the necessary insight to move forward. Together we tailor a detailed treatment plan specific to your needs.
Fostering healing, resiliency, mindfulness, and healthy relationships. We help you gain control of the issues affecting your life. Our practice truly values people – your experiences, feelings, relationships, and unique lives. Our goal is to look at the big picture and treat each person and family holistically, uniquely, and wholeheartedly. Healthy habits and self-awareness are integral to our approach. Our in-depth evaluation process helps us get to the root of the problem. Our next step is to help you gain the necessary insight to move forward. Together we tailor a detailed treatment plan specific to your needs.
Elizabeth (Liz) Bush has practiced mental health nursing on the Big Island since 1999 and trains substance abuse counselors in her spare time. She has also served as a mental health provider in the immediate vicinity of the September 11th tragedy and has worked with Combat Veterans, Native American tribes and Pacific Islanders, as well as in East coast inner cities.
Elizabeth (Liz) Bush has practiced mental health nursing on the Big Island since 1999 and trains substance abuse counselors in her spare time. She has also served as a mental health provider in the immediate vicinity of the September 11th tragedy and has worked with Combat Veterans, Native American tribes and Pacific Islanders, as well as in East coast inner cities.
Do you feel anxious, stressed or stuck in patterns that hold you back?
Jenny offers compassionate, holistic care for children, teens and families. With two decades as a nurse, much of it in a busy ER, she saw how deeply mental health impacts overall well-being, inspiring her transition into psychiatry. She helps clients build resilience, improve balance, and create meaningful, lasting change. Outside of work, Jenny enjoys life with her husband and three children, bringing a warm, relatable approach to care.
Do you feel anxious, stressed or stuck in patterns that hold you back?
Jenny offers compassionate, holistic care for children, teens and families. With two decades as a nurse, much of it in a busy ER, she saw how deeply mental health impacts overall well-being, inspiring her transition into psychiatry. She helps clients build resilience, improve balance, and create meaningful, lasting change. Outside of work, Jenny enjoys life with her husband and three children, bringing a warm, relatable approach to care.
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FAQ - Education and Learning Disabilities Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrists help with learning disabilities?
Learning disabilities are a broad set of conditions characterized by difficulty in acquiring and retaining new information. They are most commonly diagnosed in childhood within school settings, as they can impact a child's ability to develop reading, writing, math, and social skills. Effective intervention for learning disabilities can help ensure that a child does not fall behind and receives the support they need. While this support can come from a range of professionals—including school social workers, psychologists, and special education teachers—psychiatrists can play a vital role as well. Psychiatrists can perform professional evaluations and assessments to officially diagnose a learning disability, which can then guide treatment options, including psychiatric medication when indicated.
What treatment options are available for learning disabilities?
While there is no single medication for learning disabilities, some diagnoses do have approved medications, such as stimulants for ADHD, which can help improve focus in school. However, in some cases, non-stimulant medications or medications used to address co-occurring conditions may be prescribed. Medication tends to be most effective when paired with school supports and behavioral interventions, including executive function coaching, which aims to strengthen skills like organization, time management, and task completion. For younger clients, involving family members in treatment can be especially important, as parents and caregivers often play a central role in supporting behavioral change and ensuring proper medication management when appropriate.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in learning disabilities?
Psychology Today's online directory is a helpful resource for families and individuals looking for psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in learning disabilities. Users can also narrow their search to other relevant specialties, such as ADHD, medication management, or testing and evaluation. Families may also want to focus their search on psychiatrists who indicate expertise working with children or adolescents, as well as by practical considerations such as insurance acceptance, location, and session costs. When selecting a psychiatrist for learning disabilities, it's important to inquire about their general approach to diagnosis and treatment, as well as their willingness to work alongside other providers and school supports that may also be part of a child's care team.