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Lingyi (Lexie) Zhu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mililani, HI 96789  (Online Only)
I am specialized in Attachment-based trauma work.
You crave intimacy, yet you are constantly feeling hurt and frustrated in relationships; You seek purpose in life, yet you feel empty and numb inside most of the time; You are trying to get rid of the past, yet the trauma legacy is haunting you to the present. You understand the benefits of psychotherapy, yet you want to make sure there is enough safety and stability in the therapy space before you start. If it sounds like you, I believe I can help.
I am specialized in Attachment-based trauma work.
You crave intimacy, yet you are constantly feeling hurt and frustrated in relationships; You seek purpose in life, yet you feel empty and numb inside most of the time; You are trying to get rid of the past, yet the trauma legacy is haunting you to the present. You understand the benefits of psychotherapy, yet you want to make sure there is enough safety and stability in the therapy space before you start. If it sounds like you, I believe I can help.
(808) 755-3713 View (808) 755-3713
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Taryn Leigh Church
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Volcano, HI 96785  (Online Only)
I am a trauma-informed, client-centered therapist. What that means is I desire to help you recognize and understand the impact that past experiences may have on your present thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Then, we will go a step further and identify if those things are still serving you or if there are areas you’d like to change.
I am a trauma-informed, client-centered therapist. What that means is I desire to help you recognize and understand the impact that past experiences may have on your present thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Then, we will go a step further and identify if those things are still serving you or if there are areas you’d like to change.
(808) 999-7269 View (808) 999-7269
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Kristen Hale
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
Aloha, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been practicing for over 18 years. My approach to therapy is to build trusting relationships that allow for honesty and authenticity. I assist those I work with to recognize their natural potential, and innate gifts to move past unhealthy patterns and heal old wounds. In the work, we focus on acquiring tools to live in our ever changing world, developing new narratives and cultivating increased awareness. I specialize in trauma related conditions both current and in childhood, as well as depression, anxiety, self-harm, parenting, couples and family conflict.
Aloha, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been practicing for over 18 years. My approach to therapy is to build trusting relationships that allow for honesty and authenticity. I assist those I work with to recognize their natural potential, and innate gifts to move past unhealthy patterns and heal old wounds. In the work, we focus on acquiring tools to live in our ever changing world, developing new narratives and cultivating increased awareness. I specialize in trauma related conditions both current and in childhood, as well as depression, anxiety, self-harm, parenting, couples and family conflict.
(808) 793-4724 View (808) 793-4724
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Ilana Fernandez
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Makawao, HI 96768
Ilana Fernandez, Psy.D., is a licensed psychologist treating individuals, couples, families in Hawaii via online sessions.
Ilana Fernandez, Psy.D., is a licensed psychologist treating individuals, couples, families in Hawaii via online sessions.
(808) 784-7939 View (808) 784-7939
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Teralyn Hobbs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Waipahu, HI 96797
On the outside, it seems as if you have it all together. But inside, you are struggling with imposter syndrome. Your list of things to do continues to grow, but it seems as if there are never enough hours in the day. You know you should prioritize yourself and your health, but everything and everyone else’s needs seem to dominate your time, energy, and efforts. At the end of the day, you sometimes don’t recognize yourself in the mirror. Your best efforts don't seem to be enough and it’s impacting you and those you love. You want things to get better, but you don’t even know where to start.
On the outside, it seems as if you have it all together. But inside, you are struggling with imposter syndrome. Your list of things to do continues to grow, but it seems as if there are never enough hours in the day. You know you should prioritize yourself and your health, but everything and everyone else’s needs seem to dominate your time, energy, and efforts. At the end of the day, you sometimes don’t recognize yourself in the mirror. Your best efforts don't seem to be enough and it’s impacting you and those you love. You want things to get better, but you don’t even know where to start.
(808) 793-6572 View (808) 793-6572
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AlohaConcepts.com
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, Ph,D, CCP
Verified Verified
Lahaina, HI 96761  (Online Only)
Dr. Annie Vance, MFT can be reached at www.AlohaConcepts.com. Phone 808-740 4288 or 805-573-1950. Annie works with Couples and Individuals to make relationships more satisfactory for both partners. She has had extensive training and experience offer you: check out her website at AlohaConcepts.com. She works in Lahaina mostly, and by video conference with patients from California and the other Hawaiian Islands. She also is available for EAP sessions from your employer.
Dr. Annie Vance, MFT can be reached at www.AlohaConcepts.com. Phone 808-740 4288 or 805-573-1950. Annie works with Couples and Individuals to make relationships more satisfactory for both partners. She has had extensive training and experience offer you: check out her website at AlohaConcepts.com. She works in Lahaina mostly, and by video conference with patients from California and the other Hawaiian Islands. She also is available for EAP sessions from your employer.
(808) 664-5189 View (808) 664-5189
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Amanda Calnan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Waipahu, HI 96797
If you’re struggling to cope with the curveballs that life can sometimes throw at us, I can help you navigate through the feelings that may come up and offer coping skills and strategies to find your path forward. I have worked with clients on navigating trauma, military life, depression, anxiety, family issues, and major life adjustments.
If you’re struggling to cope with the curveballs that life can sometimes throw at us, I can help you navigate through the feelings that may come up and offer coping skills and strategies to find your path forward. I have worked with clients on navigating trauma, military life, depression, anxiety, family issues, and major life adjustments.
(808) 698-6570 View (808) 698-6570
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Mindful Living Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Kihei, HI 96753
Offering video therapy sessions. Life is a journey. Sometimes at peaks and others valleys. In times of struggle, compassionate, effective therapy can help. If you're experiencing a life transition, struggling with isolation, depression, trauma, anxiety, sleep, having a hard time overcoming a life challenge, exploring spirituality or deeper meaning to life, feeling overly sensitive, experiencing relating challenges, struggling with purpose/direction, dealing with anxiety, communication problems, parenting, struggling with substance misuse, or wanting to connect more deeply to self or others, you are not alone. We are here to help.
Offering video therapy sessions. Life is a journey. Sometimes at peaks and others valleys. In times of struggle, compassionate, effective therapy can help. If you're experiencing a life transition, struggling with isolation, depression, trauma, anxiety, sleep, having a hard time overcoming a life challenge, exploring spirituality or deeper meaning to life, feeling overly sensitive, experiencing relating challenges, struggling with purpose/direction, dealing with anxiety, communication problems, parenting, struggling with substance misuse, or wanting to connect more deeply to self or others, you are not alone. We are here to help.
(808) 725-2130 x2 View (808) 725-2130 x2
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Sara Watkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAC
Verified Verified
Wailuku, HI 96793  (Online Only)
Aloha! It is my desire to create a safe, warm & accepting space for all the individuals I work with. I believe that feelings of belonging & acceptance are the foundation of the growth we can achieve together. Understanding my clients' problems from a holistic perspective is important to me. As you share your unique story it is my goal to paint a more detailed picture of your problem within the context it has evolved & been maintained. My belief is that all problems make sense in the context of our unique experiences & relationships. My desire is to validate these experiences & help you work towards lasting healing.
Aloha! It is my desire to create a safe, warm & accepting space for all the individuals I work with. I believe that feelings of belonging & acceptance are the foundation of the growth we can achieve together. Understanding my clients' problems from a holistic perspective is important to me. As you share your unique story it is my goal to paint a more detailed picture of your problem within the context it has evolved & been maintained. My belief is that all problems make sense in the context of our unique experiences & relationships. My desire is to validate these experiences & help you work towards lasting healing.
(808) 784-7057 View (808) 784-7057
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Kellie Johnsen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kailua, HI 96734  (Online Only)
Frustrated that life is NOT what you planned? Maybe you're scared of this change and what it means for your future. Perhaps you're keeping a secret that is keeping you from your partner? Or you have a burning need to understand why you do what you do? If this sounds familiar, I promise, you're not alone. You're not broken or bad... You are a human facing a big change (or the need for one). The truth is, everyone deserves a person that they can talk to about A.N.Y.T.H.I.N.G. including you!
Frustrated that life is NOT what you planned? Maybe you're scared of this change and what it means for your future. Perhaps you're keeping a secret that is keeping you from your partner? Or you have a burning need to understand why you do what you do? If this sounds familiar, I promise, you're not alone. You're not broken or bad... You are a human facing a big change (or the need for one). The truth is, everyone deserves a person that they can talk to about A.N.Y.T.H.I.N.G. including you!
(808) 201-0106 View (808) 201-0106
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Lighthouse Psychological Services, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Honolulu, HI 96813
Under any weather conditions, where rough seas and rugged shores collide, there stands a lighthouse signaling: “This way home; this way to safety.” (Monson) Under any life conditions, when our body, heart, mind, or spirit may collide with harsh reality, there comes a guiding signal from our inner lighthouse. Without such guidance, we may find ourselves lost, alone, hurt, discouraged, and ultimately dis-empowered in any aspect of our lives. Compassionate, collaborative therapy allows us to recognize and rely on our inner guidance as one of the key turning points towards self-empowerment, support, healing, success, and happiness.
Under any weather conditions, where rough seas and rugged shores collide, there stands a lighthouse signaling: “This way home; this way to safety.” (Monson) Under any life conditions, when our body, heart, mind, or spirit may collide with harsh reality, there comes a guiding signal from our inner lighthouse. Without such guidance, we may find ourselves lost, alone, hurt, discouraged, and ultimately dis-empowered in any aspect of our lives. Compassionate, collaborative therapy allows us to recognize and rely on our inner guidance as one of the key turning points towards self-empowerment, support, healing, success, and happiness.
(808) 468-6815 View (808) 468-6815
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Michelle Birdsall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kapolei, HI 96707  (Online Only)
Have you been struggling with sadness, anger, or anxiety? Are there stressors in your life relating to relationships, financial struggles, or loss of a loved one which are impacting you at work, home, or school? Did you recently have a baby and struggling? Did you experience a trauma that continues to creep up in your life. Therapy can be a process for growth and healing. I provide therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families. Your personal strengths and cultural orientation will be incorporated into your treatment. Taking the first step to contact a therapist can be difficult and I commend you for your courage.
Have you been struggling with sadness, anger, or anxiety? Are there stressors in your life relating to relationships, financial struggles, or loss of a loved one which are impacting you at work, home, or school? Did you recently have a baby and struggling? Did you experience a trauma that continues to creep up in your life. Therapy can be a process for growth and healing. I provide therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families. Your personal strengths and cultural orientation will be incorporated into your treatment. Taking the first step to contact a therapist can be difficult and I commend you for your courage.
(808) 645-4142 View (808) 645-4142
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Madonna Tinorua
LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mililani, HI 96789  (Online Only)
Aloha and welcome to Collective Counseling! I'm Madonna, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Hawaii, offering telehealth services to support you through life's challenges. Whether you're battling anxiety, feeling weighed down by depression, navigating a major life transition, or healing from past trauma, I'm dedicated to guiding you towards wellness.
Aloha and welcome to Collective Counseling! I'm Madonna, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Hawaii, offering telehealth services to support you through life's challenges. Whether you're battling anxiety, feeling weighed down by depression, navigating a major life transition, or healing from past trauma, I'm dedicated to guiding you towards wellness.
(808) 774-3061 View (808) 774-3061
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Megan Smith
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Kapaa, HI 96746
Waitlist for new clients
Sometimes life's every day challenges and our underlying struggles make it difficult to realize our true potential. Motivated by grief, depression, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, and a range of other experiential states we can find our deepest well of inner strength and guidance. There is support available for anyone wanting to engage in a collaborative relationship to enhance your well-being and quality of life.
Sometimes life's every day challenges and our underlying struggles make it difficult to realize our true potential. Motivated by grief, depression, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, and a range of other experiential states we can find our deepest well of inner strength and guidance. There is support available for anyone wanting to engage in a collaborative relationship to enhance your well-being and quality of life.
(808) 278-9446 View (808) 278-9446
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Sarah W Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Keaau, HI 96749  (Online Only)
What is psychotherapy, and why would you want to receive it? For me, psychotherapy is communication. It is a means of reflecting you back to yourself in a way that is instructive, enlightening, and healing. If you are experiencing low self-esteem, depression, thoughts of suicide, post-traumatic stress, anxiety, or fearfulness about the future, you could benefit from psychotherapy.
What is psychotherapy, and why would you want to receive it? For me, psychotherapy is communication. It is a means of reflecting you back to yourself in a way that is instructive, enlightening, and healing. If you are experiencing low self-esteem, depression, thoughts of suicide, post-traumatic stress, anxiety, or fearfulness about the future, you could benefit from psychotherapy.
(808) 731-2683 View (808) 731-2683
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Jeanie Li
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Honolulu, HI 96813  (Online Only)
Aloha, Are you or your loved ones struggling with anxiety, depression, or chronic pain? Do you find yourself compulsively eating, drinking, working, or seeking relationships in order to fill the inner void? Do you and your partner sometimes get caught in a negative interaction pattern that prevents you from experiencing love and intimacy? I have years of education, training, and clinical experiences to help you process painful emotions, learn new skills, and find new ways of connecting with self, others, and the world. I am licensed in Hawaii and California to see clients from both states.
Aloha, Are you or your loved ones struggling with anxiety, depression, or chronic pain? Do you find yourself compulsively eating, drinking, working, or seeking relationships in order to fill the inner void? Do you and your partner sometimes get caught in a negative interaction pattern that prevents you from experiencing love and intimacy? I have years of education, training, and clinical experiences to help you process painful emotions, learn new skills, and find new ways of connecting with self, others, and the world. I am licensed in Hawaii and California to see clients from both states.
(808) 419-7832 View (808) 419-7832
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Claire Xu
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
Kailua, HI 96734  (Online Only)
My goal is to help those seeking support and guidance on their journey towards healing and personal growth. Whether you're struggling with everyday stressors, navigating challenging life events, or coping with anxiety and depression, I'm here to provide a safe space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences openly. I prioritize fostering an approachable, non-judgmental therapeutic alliance regardless of a person’s background, gender expression, or sexual identity. As your therapist, I would do my very best to ensure you feel understood and help you learn how to advocate for your needs outside of our sessions.
My goal is to help those seeking support and guidance on their journey towards healing and personal growth. Whether you're struggling with everyday stressors, navigating challenging life events, or coping with anxiety and depression, I'm here to provide a safe space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences openly. I prioritize fostering an approachable, non-judgmental therapeutic alliance regardless of a person’s background, gender expression, or sexual identity. As your therapist, I would do my very best to ensure you feel understood and help you learn how to advocate for your needs outside of our sessions.
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Jennifer Bojanowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MS, CGC
Verified Verified
Kaneohe, HI 96744  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Whether it's your first experience with therapy or your fifth, you're feeling ready to navigate barriers and locate resources to create the life you envision. At your core you have the confidence, creativity, and compassion to make the changes you want. You also know the journey inward isn't easy, and having a traveling companion can be empowering.
Whether it's your first experience with therapy or your fifth, you're feeling ready to navigate barriers and locate resources to create the life you envision. At your core you have the confidence, creativity, and compassion to make the changes you want. You also know the journey inward isn't easy, and having a traveling companion can be empowering.
(808) 758-5489 View (808) 758-5489
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Dr. Adrianna Flavin
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Makawao, HI 96768
Are you interested in addressing, reducing, and/or eliminating symptoms of trauma; attention deficit; anxiety, phobias, or stress; romantic relationship or interpersonal concerns; depression, mania, or other mood patterns; grief and loss; or life transition difficulties? Are you exhausted from doing all you can to make progress in one or more of these areas? Are you curious to see if there are scientifically backed, evidence based strategies that can help you?
Are you interested in addressing, reducing, and/or eliminating symptoms of trauma; attention deficit; anxiety, phobias, or stress; romantic relationship or interpersonal concerns; depression, mania, or other mood patterns; grief and loss; or life transition difficulties? Are you exhausted from doing all you can to make progress in one or more of these areas? Are you curious to see if there are scientifically backed, evidence based strategies that can help you?
(808) 207-7369 View (808) 207-7369
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Catherine Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Holualoa, HI 96725  (Online Only)
We all face life events that sometimes seem overwhelming. Discussing difficulties and possible solutions with a therapist will help you find ways to transform challenging life events into opportunities for growth. I am here to help you gain new insights into how you can create positive change in your life. Therapy is a collaborative process. We will work together to discover and build on your strengths while finding new solutions for problematic patterns. Visit catherinesmithlcsw.com to learn more about my approach to therapy. Additionally, I offer a coaching program to support women who are undergoing breast cancer treatment.
We all face life events that sometimes seem overwhelming. Discussing difficulties and possible solutions with a therapist will help you find ways to transform challenging life events into opportunities for growth. I am here to help you gain new insights into how you can create positive change in your life. Therapy is a collaborative process. We will work together to discover and build on your strengths while finding new solutions for problematic patterns. Visit catherinesmithlcsw.com to learn more about my approach to therapy. Additionally, I offer a coaching program to support women who are undergoing breast cancer treatment.
(808) 425-9440 View (808) 425-9440
Attachment-based Therapists

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.