Therapists in 96734
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.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to balance life’s demands? Are you constantly caring for others while neglecting yourself? You’re not alone. Many people silently struggle with managing relationships, responsibilities, and life transitions, often wondering if things will ever improve. Therapy is a space for honest reflection, practical tools, accountability, and real growth. I work best with adults who are ready to look at patterns, build healthier boundaries, and take meaningful steps toward a more grounded, fulfilling life.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to balance life’s demands? Are you constantly caring for others while neglecting yourself? You’re not alone. Many people silently struggle with managing relationships, responsibilities, and life transitions, often wondering if things will ever improve. Therapy is a space for honest reflection, practical tools, accountability, and real growth. I work best with adults who are ready to look at patterns, build healthier boundaries, and take meaningful steps toward a more grounded, fulfilling life.
I believe that beneath every symptom that creates our suffering is a wise, healthy, and whole Self yearning to break free of old shackles and guide us home to the person we are meant to be. In this way, I help clients to reconceptualize their issues as road signs that are guiding them on their path of healing; just the same way that physical symptoms like a fever or ache directs us to an ailment that needs addressing, so too do psychological issues such as depression, anxiety, or addictions, point to a deeper underlying wound that is calling to be healed. Our goal is to not simply survive, but thrive.
I believe that beneath every symptom that creates our suffering is a wise, healthy, and whole Self yearning to break free of old shackles and guide us home to the person we are meant to be. In this way, I help clients to reconceptualize their issues as road signs that are guiding them on their path of healing; just the same way that physical symptoms like a fever or ache directs us to an ailment that needs addressing, so too do psychological issues such as depression, anxiety, or addictions, point to a deeper underlying wound that is calling to be healed. Our goal is to not simply survive, but thrive.
You feel out of control. In your job, relationships, or business. Or maybe as a parent. We have many roles. Maybe you say things that you don't mean. Or maybe you say or do nothing when you actually should. When you feel content, healthy and rested, your life seems easier despite what life throws at you. It's normal to not do your best when you feel anxious, don't sleep, feel overwhelmed. Maybe it's time for a change! We can start setting goals together and have you enjoying your life again and use your high functioning anxiety as your ally! Two spaces per week are reserved for new clients.
You feel out of control. In your job, relationships, or business. Or maybe as a parent. We have many roles. Maybe you say things that you don't mean. Or maybe you say or do nothing when you actually should. When you feel content, healthy and rested, your life seems easier despite what life throws at you. It's normal to not do your best when you feel anxious, don't sleep, feel overwhelmed. Maybe it's time for a change! We can start setting goals together and have you enjoying your life again and use your high functioning anxiety as your ally! Two spaces per week are reserved for new clients.
If your life and relationships feel stuck, painful, or overwhelming, I can help you. Anxiety, depression, and conflict are very common and can affect all aspects of your life. Reaching out for professional support can feel scary, but there is undeniable evidence that mental health counseling has helped millions of people improve their lives. Together, we can identify the challenges you are facing and collaborate on meaningful solutions. Exploring your life and relationships in a confidential setting is a good place to begin. I offer a judgement-free, caring environment where your well-being and confidentiality are my priority.
If your life and relationships feel stuck, painful, or overwhelming, I can help you. Anxiety, depression, and conflict are very common and can affect all aspects of your life. Reaching out for professional support can feel scary, but there is undeniable evidence that mental health counseling has helped millions of people improve their lives. Together, we can identify the challenges you are facing and collaborate on meaningful solutions. Exploring your life and relationships in a confidential setting is a good place to begin. I offer a judgement-free, caring environment where your well-being and confidentiality are my priority.
Let’s find your inner peace and balance together. I’m here to support you as we work through challenges that you are facing and identify stressors from your daily life. We’ll rediscover your strengths and guide you through your healing process in a collaborative and holistic approach.
Let’s find your inner peace and balance together. I’m here to support you as we work through challenges that you are facing and identify stressors from your daily life. We’ll rediscover your strengths and guide you through your healing process in a collaborative and holistic approach.
Taking the first step into therapy is brave—and often comes at a moment when life feels overwhelming. Whether you’re navigating relationship stress, emotional exhaustion, or feeling disconnected from yourself, you don’t have to go through it alone. I offer a calm, grounding space where you can exhale, speak openly, and be met with respect and care.
With over 30 years of experience working with individuals, I specialize in communication, emotional balance, and rebuilding trust. I understand the importance of ʻohana (family) and the desire for lokahi (balance and harmony) in your relationships and daily life.
Taking the first step into therapy is brave—and often comes at a moment when life feels overwhelming. Whether you’re navigating relationship stress, emotional exhaustion, or feeling disconnected from yourself, you don’t have to go through it alone. I offer a calm, grounding space where you can exhale, speak openly, and be met with respect and care.
With over 30 years of experience working with individuals, I specialize in communication, emotional balance, and rebuilding trust. I understand the importance of ʻohana (family) and the desire for lokahi (balance and harmony) in your relationships and daily life.
I provide sex-positive, trauma-informed and neurodiversity affirming therapy . Many of us learned to survive by staying small, people pleasing, or staying in control. Those patterns once kept us safe, but now make it hard to feel close, to trust pleasure, to take down walls and be vulnerable or to feel at home in your own skin.I help people reconnect with the parts of themselves that have been working so hard to protect them, so intimacy and authenticity can become possible again. I work directly and collaboratively honoring your pace and autonomy. I am qu
I provide sex-positive, trauma-informed and neurodiversity affirming therapy . Many of us learned to survive by staying small, people pleasing, or staying in control. Those patterns once kept us safe, but now make it hard to feel close, to trust pleasure, to take down walls and be vulnerable or to feel at home in your own skin.I help people reconnect with the parts of themselves that have been working so hard to protect them, so intimacy and authenticity can become possible again. I work directly and collaboratively honoring your pace and autonomy. I am qu
Life has challenges and therapy can help to progress with wisdom, strength, and healing to a healthy, effective, and enjoyable life. I will work with you to build marriages, family relationships, and personal growth. If your Christian faith is important to you, I enjoy including the principles of Christianity in therapy.
Life has challenges and therapy can help to progress with wisdom, strength, and healing to a healthy, effective, and enjoyable life. I will work with you to build marriages, family relationships, and personal growth. If your Christian faith is important to you, I enjoy including the principles of Christianity in therapy.
I provide a compassionate, safe space for those feeling weighed down by lifes difficulties, trauma, or the acute weight of a crisis. Having spent years helping individuals in high-stakes environments, I intimately understand the complexities of human suffering and the stigmas often attached to them.
I provide a compassionate, safe space for those feeling weighed down by lifes difficulties, trauma, or the acute weight of a crisis. Having spent years helping individuals in high-stakes environments, I intimately understand the complexities of human suffering and the stigmas often attached to them.
Aloha! I'm currently accepting client's for individual therapy. I'm here to help with constantly feeling overwhelmed, angry and isolated. I offer brief, practical, solution-based therapies to better cope with trauma, anxiety and sex-addiction. These feelings can stem from combat, sexual or infidelity traumas and make us feel powerless, angry and always on-edge. Getting past trauma and healing can transform our lives forever. My goal is to help my clients heal, live, laugh and love again by tailoring therapy to your unique needs and strengths.
Aloha! I'm currently accepting client's for individual therapy. I'm here to help with constantly feeling overwhelmed, angry and isolated. I offer brief, practical, solution-based therapies to better cope with trauma, anxiety and sex-addiction. These feelings can stem from combat, sexual or infidelity traumas and make us feel powerless, angry and always on-edge. Getting past trauma and healing can transform our lives forever. My goal is to help my clients heal, live, laugh and love again by tailoring therapy to your unique needs and strengths.
I am passionate about working with individuals and families, using a variety of therapeutic interventions tailored to each person’s unique needs and preferences. One of my areas of expertise is supporting individuals living with bipolar disorder, as well as their families.
I am passionate about working with individuals and families, using a variety of therapeutic interventions tailored to each person’s unique needs and preferences. One of my areas of expertise is supporting individuals living with bipolar disorder, as well as their families.
I am a compassionate and astute therapist with over 30 years experience. Together we can explore and address all of the painful feelings and patterns that interfere with achieving happiness and effectiveness. Feelings and experiences of depression, confusion, helplessness, grief, rage,etc., can all be understood and can change.Self destructive patterns in relationshiips can be understood and worked through. Struggles with addictive and impulsive behavior can be helped enormously by working together. I work carefully and individually and really can help you to be more effective in your struggles for better self esteem and a better life.
I am a compassionate and astute therapist with over 30 years experience. Together we can explore and address all of the painful feelings and patterns that interfere with achieving happiness and effectiveness. Feelings and experiences of depression, confusion, helplessness, grief, rage,etc., can all be understood and can change.Self destructive patterns in relationshiips can be understood and worked through. Struggles with addictive and impulsive behavior can be helped enormously by working together. I work carefully and individually and really can help you to be more effective in your struggles for better self esteem and a better life.
My passion is empowering others to embrace their true selves and live with intention, giving courage to break free from personal and societal constraints. With 17+ years of experience, I’ve learned to believe in your strengths, even when you struggle to see them. In a safe, non-judgmental space, therapy becomes a powerful tool for healing and transformation—whether from trauma, discrimination, feeling misunderstood, or facing societal pressures. Together, we’ll find your voice by celebrating diversity, strengthening resilience, and cultivating the confidence and community you need to thrive, fostering self-acceptance along the way.
My passion is empowering others to embrace their true selves and live with intention, giving courage to break free from personal and societal constraints. With 17+ years of experience, I’ve learned to believe in your strengths, even when you struggle to see them. In a safe, non-judgmental space, therapy becomes a powerful tool for healing and transformation—whether from trauma, discrimination, feeling misunderstood, or facing societal pressures. Together, we’ll find your voice by celebrating diversity, strengthening resilience, and cultivating the confidence and community you need to thrive, fostering self-acceptance along the way.
Etsuko Foster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Kailua, HI 96734
Waitlist for new clients
Have you ever wondered why you react the way you do, or why some thoughts and behaviors seem to repeat? These patterns may lead you to feel frustrated and stuck, and you know this isn’t the person you want to be. Even if it's hard to recognize why you act a certain way, it's not random. Our past has an influence on how we respond to things in the present. We’ve all been conditioned by our experiences, and that’s what guides us. My goal is for us to explore together what is affecting your undesired patterns, and how they are limiting your ability to move forward, so that you can experience life feeling aligned with your true nature.
Have you ever wondered why you react the way you do, or why some thoughts and behaviors seem to repeat? These patterns may lead you to feel frustrated and stuck, and you know this isn’t the person you want to be. Even if it's hard to recognize why you act a certain way, it's not random. Our past has an influence on how we respond to things in the present. We’ve all been conditioned by our experiences, and that’s what guides us. My goal is for us to explore together what is affecting your undesired patterns, and how they are limiting your ability to move forward, so that you can experience life feeling aligned with your true nature.
"Live in the World of Possibilities" I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been in practice for over 25 years. My experiences have been wide and varied. I love working with Individuals, Couples, Families with children/adolescents or small groups of people who find life challenging and/or difficult in any way. People are born healthy with a natural capacity for living life well. As each individual begins to see those abilities that we are naturally gifted with to face life and be successful with it , all of their "problems" and obstacles begin to fall away. Life transforms.
"Live in the World of Possibilities" I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been in practice for over 25 years. My experiences have been wide and varied. I love working with Individuals, Couples, Families with children/adolescents or small groups of people who find life challenging and/or difficult in any way. People are born healthy with a natural capacity for living life well. As each individual begins to see those abilities that we are naturally gifted with to face life and be successful with it , all of their "problems" and obstacles begin to fall away. Life transforms.
I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist (HI + MN) with more than 12 years of experience supporting people through complex trauma, addiction, relational strain, and major life transitions. My work has spanned homes, residential programs, and outpatient settings, giving me a deep appreciation for the courage it takes to seek help. I bring a warm, steady presence and a relational approach, creating a space where people can feel safe enough to explore their stories and begin to heal.
I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist (HI + MN) with more than 12 years of experience supporting people through complex trauma, addiction, relational strain, and major life transitions. My work has spanned homes, residential programs, and outpatient settings, giving me a deep appreciation for the courage it takes to seek help. I bring a warm, steady presence and a relational approach, creating a space where people can feel safe enough to explore their stories and begin to heal.
Liza Alex Baker
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, LLC
1 Endorsed
Kailua, HI 96734
Waitlist for new clients
Depressed? Stuck? Anxious? The decision to enter into therapy is a courageous one. If you are considering taking this step, chances are you have tried many avenues already and are feeling hopeless things could change or be any better. I have a special interest in helping adults build competence and confidence in navigating their unique life circumstances more effectively and adaptively. I can help you identify and live the life that is most meaningful to you.
Depressed? Stuck? Anxious? The decision to enter into therapy is a courageous one. If you are considering taking this step, chances are you have tried many avenues already and are feeling hopeless things could change or be any better. I have a special interest in helping adults build competence and confidence in navigating their unique life circumstances more effectively and adaptively. I can help you identify and live the life that is most meaningful to you.
Melanie Marion Oliveira
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Kailua, HI 96734
Waitlist for new clients
Get out of your head and into a supportive therapeutic relationship. Two minds are better than one and recognizing you need support is a sign of personal change and strength! I provide therapy to people coping with life changes, relationship/marriage stressors, loss, trauma, depression/anxiety, infertility, health issues, parenting, or job challenges. My clients are willing to dig deep and trust in the process and get better with time, trust, and a willingness to do their own inner work.
Get out of your head and into a supportive therapeutic relationship. Two minds are better than one and recognizing you need support is a sign of personal change and strength! I provide therapy to people coping with life changes, relationship/marriage stressors, loss, trauma, depression/anxiety, infertility, health issues, parenting, or job challenges. My clients are willing to dig deep and trust in the process and get better with time, trust, and a willingness to do their own inner work.
I believe that all people are equal and deserve respect regardless of your history or your circumstances. I will collaborate with you towards positive change. I treat most diagnoses including anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, and Autism. I treat clients of all ages and offer individual, couple, family and play therapy and Neurofeedback. I completed my APA approved internship at Kapiolani Counseling Center for women and children and I have previously worked as the child and adolescent psychologist at Kahi Mohala. I was the lead psychologist at my last position, providing consultation for child, adolescent and adult therapists.
I believe that all people are equal and deserve respect regardless of your history or your circumstances. I will collaborate with you towards positive change. I treat most diagnoses including anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, and Autism. I treat clients of all ages and offer individual, couple, family and play therapy and Neurofeedback. I completed my APA approved internship at Kapiolani Counseling Center for women and children and I have previously worked as the child and adolescent psychologist at Kahi Mohala. I was the lead psychologist at my last position, providing consultation for child, adolescent and adult therapists.
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Number of Therapists in 96734
200+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in 96734 who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 91% | Social Anxiety |
| 91% | Health Anxiety |
| 91% | Driving Anxiety |
| 82% | Depression |
| 78% | Relationship Issues |
| 77% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 84% | Hawaii Medical Services Association |
| 65% | Hawaii Medical Assurance Association |
| 65% | University Health Alliance |
How Therapists in 96734 see their clients
| 51% | In Person and Online | |
| 49% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 87% | Female | |
| 12% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |