Emotionally Focused Therapists in Waipahu, HI

Aloha! My name is Gabrielle Schwing, however, most people call me Brie. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) in the State of Hawaii. I work with adults and specialize in substance use disorders and recovery, and also anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and life transitions. I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solutions Focused Therapy. However, I continue to learn and incorporate new modalities as I grow as a therapist and to better help my clients.

We all experience challenging and sometimes overwhelming periods in life. While turning to friends, family, or faith is often helpful in navigating life's paths, we also benefit from a trained ear that can listen from the outside. Therapy is a safe place for exploration; a journey towards more fulfilling relationships, a greater sense of emotional, mental & spiritual well-being as well as increased self-esteem. Our work together will provide you with the support, guidance and the tools you will need to reach your goals.

The methodologies I use in practice are fairly common throughout the therapeutic community. Perhaps my main focus is on DBT or dialectic behavioral therapy. I believe that DBT is extremely helpful in managing intense emotions, In navigating social relationships. DBT works with a variety of disorders to include anxiety, depression, depression common suicidal ideation. Because DVT includes CBT or cognitive behavioral therapy, it is also very impactful in assisting people who have been traumatized either through childhood or through recent events. This provider resides in Hawaii.

Our past experiences, how they affect our world views, ourselves, and others are important. We all have good and bad experiences but sometimes the bad ones can leave us with emotional scars and painful memories. For example, we might find ourselves feeling anxious, depressed, angry, violent, passive, scared, intimidated, or overly pleasing. Some may turn to alcohol, other drugs, unhealthy coping strategies or avoid people and life altogether. You're not alone. Don't be ashamed, think you're different, or think that something's wrong with you. I'm here to lend a listening ear and psychologically assist you through those challenges.

I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Hawaii with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, motivation, self worth and trauma. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. This provider resides in Hawaii.

Tired of feeling misunderstood, frustrated, and resentful in your relationships? Or maybe you and your loved one(s) repeat the same ineffective cycle over and over with no positive results? What would life be like if you and your loved one(s) "got" each other, you felt heard and cared for? Pretty awesome right? Let's work together to increase connection and peace through understanding the triggers that you may not realize are there for both you and your loved one(s). Call me and let's talk!

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who aims to assist individuals in navigating all that life throws our way. I have worked with adolescents and adults in a variety of settings addressing numerous and sometimes coexisting experiences. My client base has expanded across varying levels of care and in lots of different settings including schools, hospitals, private practice, and short-term employee assistance. I have been fortunate to work closely with a multitude of diagnoses in each of these environments.

Hello! My name is Arryel Womble, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I take a holistic approach to therapy, assisting individuals and couples with meeting their goals by breaking negative routines and habits. I typically work with adults and couples. I specialize in working with people struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, hopelessness, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, and breaking generational curses. I am an easygoing person, who wholly subscribes to meeting the clients where they are.

Do you find yourself waking up, thoughts swirling in the middle of the night? Feeling like there’s too much to juggle? Work, family, friends …your relationships at odds? Angry, frustrated? Anxious? Or feeling blue and unmotivated? Let’s talk.

What have you done for YOU lately? Life often happens to us, and we find ourselves unable to get up, let go or move on. Be it a loss, relationship issues, or trauma; sometimes we lose ourselves in the battle to heal from past and present hurts. Therapy is an avenue to explore these thoughts and feelings that weigh us down. It is a safe space to explore the barriers that get in the way of being the best version of you. I’d like to join you on your journey to gain insight and hope. Let’s collaborate and work together to reconnect you with your own strengths, courage and happiness. It’s time to take care of YOU.

Are you feeling sad, frustrated, or stressed? Are you tired of your problems weighing you down? Are you having difficulties in your relationship? Therapy can enhance self-growth and self-actualization. Let's work together to overcome barriers and improve your life to an optimistic outlook.

Aloha e! My practice, Grace Works, LLC, is a private Counseling Center providing services to individuals, couples and families. My experiences span a number of environments including mental institutions, prisons, drug programs, in-homes, schools, churches, non-profit organizations, courts, and the military. All treatment that I provide endeavors to extend grace and aloha to the recipient(s). It is my firm belief that through this type of extension, true healing and lasting change can take place.

Ho'oko LLC is a private counseling center comprised of a team of licensed marriage and family therapists, licensed psychologist, and certified substance abuse counselors. Ho'oko means to fulfill, to complete, come to pass, to succeed. We are driven by the mission to "fulfill lives through counseling."

I am a Hawaii licensed clinical psychologist specializing in brief treatments for individuals who have anxiety and depression in the context of difficult life circumstances. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to improve coping and reduce emotional suffering. People coming to see me can expect a deep dive into their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. In therapy, we will look at what your stressors are and how best you can cope and succeed given your individual circumstances. At the end of treatment, my goal is that each client has a set of skills that work for them when life throws a curveball.

Aloha! I specialize in systemically focused treatment with individuals, couples, and families as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have excellent counseling abilities as well as an instinctive grasp of interpersonal familial dynamics, which has helped my clients get a deeper understanding of their behaviors and progress toward their therapeutic goals. I typically work with couples and individuals who are motivated to learn more about their behaviors and are motivated towards their healing. I work well with clients experiencing grief, anxiety, low-self-esteem and those who need help setting healthy boundaries.

If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, a traumatic event, abusive relationships, couples and marital difficulties or any type unexpected life changes, I have effective treatments modalities that will changes things to better. Together, we will define the issues and seek treatments that will help you to overcome these challenges. Come in to see me today, so that we can begin to restore balance and mental wellness to your life. My approach is to heal your inner spirit so that you reach your maximum physical goals and desires.

I believe we all have a destiny to achieve. Whether you are stuck in a cycle and can't escape, or you are feeling as though you haven't reached your full potential, I am here for you. Together we will help you to become a genuine and authentic self. You'll learn how to change thought patterns, better understand your emotions, and manage those difficult and stressful times.

"Happiness is when what you think, what you say and what you do are in harmony." -Mahatma Ghandi Are you feeling stressed and overwhelmed with the many demands of life? Dealing with the difficulties of life can cause distressing feelings which can interfere with your relationships and general wellbeing. I would like to help you restore or discover your sense of balance in life.

Mahalo! Hi, my name is Nichole Mathis, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and work with clients in Hawaii via telehealth. I work with adolescents and specialize in parenting, adoption, foster care, anxiety & depression, grief & loss, incarceration, domestic abuse, and military community support using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Attachment Strategies to support clients in making progress toward their goals. This provider resides in Hawaii.