Therapists in Hawaii

With two decades of working with court-ordered clients needing to address anger management and relationship violence, I help individuals and couples understand how their childhood and adolescent experiences effect their approach to marriage and families. Changes cannot be made until we understand our baggage, why it gets us triggered, and how to deal with it positively within your relationship. I love helping individuals identify and understand the pieces of their puzzles. I approach counseling to teach clients about Relationships 101, which I refer to as “common sense made obvious.” I help clients to re-write their “programs.”
With two decades of working with court-ordered clients needing to address anger management and relationship violence, I help individuals and couples understand how their childhood and adolescent experiences effect their approach to marriage and families. Changes cannot be made until we understand our baggage, why it gets us triggered, and how to deal with it positively within your relationship. I love helping individuals identify and understand the pieces of their puzzles. I approach counseling to teach clients about Relationships 101, which I refer to as “common sense made obvious.” I help clients to re-write their “programs.”

Having issues with sadness, depression, anxiety, anger or self-esteem? Struggle coping with relationship issues, break-up, death or loss? Trouble controlling your alcohol or drug use? Therapy gives you a platform to talk about these issues in a judgment-free space, with an experienced professional, to help you gain the tools, insight and perspective to better deal with life on life’s terms.
Having issues with sadness, depression, anxiety, anger or self-esteem? Struggle coping with relationship issues, break-up, death or loss? Trouble controlling your alcohol or drug use? Therapy gives you a platform to talk about these issues in a judgment-free space, with an experienced professional, to help you gain the tools, insight and perspective to better deal with life on life’s terms.

Accepting new clients in Washington and Hawaii. If you are experiencing "burn out," grief/loss, anxiety, depression, trauma, vocational issues, and relationship challenges, including divorce, I invite you to reach out to me. My approach is integrative, combining CBT, EMDR, DBR (Deep Brain Reorienting), existential-humanistic perspectives, and transpersonal psychology. I provide a warm and unpretentious space for connection and healing and am most grateful when I see my clients heal and grow.
Accepting new clients in Washington and Hawaii. If you are experiencing "burn out," grief/loss, anxiety, depression, trauma, vocational issues, and relationship challenges, including divorce, I invite you to reach out to me. My approach is integrative, combining CBT, EMDR, DBR (Deep Brain Reorienting), existential-humanistic perspectives, and transpersonal psychology. I provide a warm and unpretentious space for connection and healing and am most grateful when I see my clients heal and grow.

Aloha and welcome! I look forward to working together to develop an approach to your challenges and your growth that is unique to you and embedded in cultural humility. I have experience and training in a wide range of approaches including IFS, CBT, trauma focused therapies, somatic approaches, and others (see below). I have worked at numerous agencies on Oahu including the VA, Kaiser Permanente, Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center, and the Sex Abuse Treatment Center (part of Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children). I will collaborate with you to customize therapy for you and how you work.
Aloha and welcome! I look forward to working together to develop an approach to your challenges and your growth that is unique to you and embedded in cultural humility. I have experience and training in a wide range of approaches including IFS, CBT, trauma focused therapies, somatic approaches, and others (see below). I have worked at numerous agencies on Oahu including the VA, Kaiser Permanente, Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center, and the Sex Abuse Treatment Center (part of Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children). I will collaborate with you to customize therapy for you and how you work.

With a passion for working with people, I welcome you to Mana'o Counseling Services. As a therapist, my goal is to help you navigate through obstacles that may be making it difficult for you to be your best self. My experience includes working with adults as they are maneuvering through difficult transitional stages. As a military veteran I am especially compassionate and familiar with the unique lifestyle that comes with serving our country. Additionally, as a long time Hawaii resident I am knowledgeable of some of the challenges that can sometimes come with living in Hawaii.
With a passion for working with people, I welcome you to Mana'o Counseling Services. As a therapist, my goal is to help you navigate through obstacles that may be making it difficult for you to be your best self. My experience includes working with adults as they are maneuvering through difficult transitional stages. As a military veteran I am especially compassionate and familiar with the unique lifestyle that comes with serving our country. Additionally, as a long time Hawaii resident I am knowledgeable of some of the challenges that can sometimes come with living in Hawaii.

I am passionate about providing a safe and supportive space for individuals to explore self-discovery and healing. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with diverse populations, including children with externalizing behaviors, anxiety, depression, and particularly, children with Autism and ADHD and their families. My passion is rooted in children and families striving to find a better life with appropriate support and early interventions while worried about their children's future. I am also culturally sensitive and work with Japanese populations in Hawaii to overcome their challenges.
I am passionate about providing a safe and supportive space for individuals to explore self-discovery and healing. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with diverse populations, including children with externalizing behaviors, anxiety, depression, and particularly, children with Autism and ADHD and their families. My passion is rooted in children and families striving to find a better life with appropriate support and early interventions while worried about their children's future. I am also culturally sensitive and work with Japanese populations in Hawaii to overcome their challenges.

Everything changed with your child's autism diagnosis. In a moment, your clear vision for their future became murky and unknown. And all the plans you’d made were instantly turned upside-down. You try to talk to friends and family about what you’re going through, and they offer well-meaning advice, but they just don't get it. How could they know how isolating and challenging it is to navigate a world that doesn’t understand your or your child’s needs? You want so badly to give your child their best shot at a bright and successful future, but you’re simply not sure how to help them. You don’t think you can do this alone any longer.
Everything changed with your child's autism diagnosis. In a moment, your clear vision for their future became murky and unknown. And all the plans you’d made were instantly turned upside-down. You try to talk to friends and family about what you’re going through, and they offer well-meaning advice, but they just don't get it. How could they know how isolating and challenging it is to navigate a world that doesn’t understand your or your child’s needs? You want so badly to give your child their best shot at a bright and successful future, but you’re simply not sure how to help them. You don’t think you can do this alone any longer.

My name is Dr. Megumi Maruya Makepeace. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. I was raised on Oahu in a traditional Japanese family, spent several years as a military dependent on the Mainland—which has brought all these experiences to my multicultural approach to therapy. I am fully aware of the cultural makeup of Hawai’i, the unique and diverse cultures of the local population, as well as those new to the island. Additionally, I provide divorce & coparenting coaching that integrates my therapeutic knowledge with guided actions helping folks adjust to their next chapter in life.
My name is Dr. Megumi Maruya Makepeace. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. I was raised on Oahu in a traditional Japanese family, spent several years as a military dependent on the Mainland—which has brought all these experiences to my multicultural approach to therapy. I am fully aware of the cultural makeup of Hawai’i, the unique and diverse cultures of the local population, as well as those new to the island. Additionally, I provide divorce & coparenting coaching that integrates my therapeutic knowledge with guided actions helping folks adjust to their next chapter in life.

Whether you’re a young adult facing life transitions, a parent seeking support in family dynamics, or someone simply looking to build resilience, you don’t have to go through it alone. I’m here to provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change in your life. Together, we’ll work to uncover your strengths and build the tools you need to thrive.
Whether you’re a young adult facing life transitions, a parent seeking support in family dynamics, or someone simply looking to build resilience, you don’t have to go through it alone. I’m here to provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change in your life. Together, we’ll work to uncover your strengths and build the tools you need to thrive.

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Aloha and thank you for visiting! Visit our website at www.ohanawellnessmaui.com for more information!

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.

Life is a dynamic and ever moving process. As humans, we are constantly driven towards growth and potential, while simultaneously towards defending ourselves from the suffering and pain that so often affect our lives. Psychotherapy offers the possibility of enhancing awareness and understanding of oneself, ones experience of the world, and ones unique style of managing life's challenges. Through the process of effective psychotherapy people often move beyond the removal of problems or symptoms towards acceptance and awareness of self, and further towards actualization of personal potential.
Life is a dynamic and ever moving process. As humans, we are constantly driven towards growth and potential, while simultaneously towards defending ourselves from the suffering and pain that so often affect our lives. Psychotherapy offers the possibility of enhancing awareness and understanding of oneself, ones experience of the world, and ones unique style of managing life's challenges. Through the process of effective psychotherapy people often move beyond the removal of problems or symptoms towards acceptance and awareness of self, and further towards actualization of personal potential.

Lucille Miller is a seasoned Licensed Social Worker based in the picturesque state of Hawaii, boasting an expansive career rooted in resilient determination and compassionate care. Working primarily with individuals and older adults ranging from middle-aged individuals to the elderly, Lucille offers a sanctuary where clients can work through life’s trials including crisis management, grief handling, and spirituality-related concerns.
Lucille Miller is a seasoned Licensed Social Worker based in the picturesque state of Hawaii, boasting an expansive career rooted in resilient determination and compassionate care. Working primarily with individuals and older adults ranging from middle-aged individuals to the elderly, Lucille offers a sanctuary where clients can work through life’s trials including crisis management, grief handling, and spirituality-related concerns.

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.
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.

Angela brings extensive experience working with a diverse population of youth and adults across various settings, including clinical, educational, and community-based environments. She has supported individuals facing a broad range of mental health challenges, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, autism, and behavioral and emotional regulation difficulties. Angela is skilled in building rapport with clients of all ages and tailoring her approach to meet each individual’s unique needs, strengths, and cultural background.
Angela brings extensive experience working with a diverse population of youth and adults across various settings, including clinical, educational, and community-based environments. She has supported individuals facing a broad range of mental health challenges, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, autism, and behavioral and emotional regulation difficulties. Angela is skilled in building rapport with clients of all ages and tailoring her approach to meet each individual’s unique needs, strengths, and cultural background.

Hi there! My name is Rabia Maharaj, LCSW and I am here to offer support, clarity, and a safe space where you can openly express and explore your thoughts and feelings. I'm hoping to provide support to you in any way that I can while improving your quality of life and your relationships within them. Life is a journey and it's not meant to be faced alone, I am honored to be helping you along the way.
Hi there! My name is Rabia Maharaj, LCSW and I am here to offer support, clarity, and a safe space where you can openly express and explore your thoughts and feelings. I'm hoping to provide support to you in any way that I can while improving your quality of life and your relationships within them. Life is a journey and it's not meant to be faced alone, I am honored to be helping you along the way.

My ideal client faces life-changing challenges like health issues, cultural adjustments, relationship shifts, or career disruptions that created clear "before and after" moments. They seek meaningful growth, not just relief, that honors their cultural background. They want to develop resilience that connects personal healing with community relationships. They're ready to explore how challenges can become paths to flourishing through self-awareness and compassion while strengthening connections with others.
My ideal client faces life-changing challenges like health issues, cultural adjustments, relationship shifts, or career disruptions that created clear "before and after" moments. They seek meaningful growth, not just relief, that honors their cultural background. They want to develop resilience that connects personal healing with community relationships. They're ready to explore how challenges can become paths to flourishing through self-awareness and compassion while strengthening connections with others.

Aloha. I work with individuals, and relationships and people that struggle to effectively communicate their needs. Because of how they were brought up, or conditioned through experience, they might have vastly different ways of showing up in relationships, especially through conflict. We all want to work on what drives our behavior so that we can better understand ourselves and each other. This allows us to be vulnerable with one another and experience our real selves, so we can connect and love on a much deeper and more meaningful and satisfying level.
Aloha. I work with individuals, and relationships and people that struggle to effectively communicate their needs. Because of how they were brought up, or conditioned through experience, they might have vastly different ways of showing up in relationships, especially through conflict. We all want to work on what drives our behavior so that we can better understand ourselves and each other. This allows us to be vulnerable with one another and experience our real selves, so we can connect and love on a much deeper and more meaningful and satisfying level.

Are you looking to make changes in your life but don't know where to start? Have you recently experienced a change or a loss in your life and are having trouble picking up the pieces? Do you feel stuck repeating the same patterns again and again?
Are you looking to make changes in your life but don't know where to start? Have you recently experienced a change or a loss in your life and are having trouble picking up the pieces? Do you feel stuck repeating the same patterns again and again?

Nanami Matsui is a licensed therapist who holds a Master's degree from University of Colorado at Denver in Counseling Psychology and Counseling Education. She is licensed in both Hawaii and Colorado. Nanami begun her career working with survivors of domestic abuse and sexual assault. She worked at a community mental health agency in Colorado for 14 years and begun her private practice in 2018. Nanami is experienced in working in crisis, court ordered treatment and substance abuse treatments. In the last several years she has been providing individual therapy to adults, geriatrics and adolescents.
Nanami Matsui is a licensed therapist who holds a Master's degree from University of Colorado at Denver in Counseling Psychology and Counseling Education. She is licensed in both Hawaii and Colorado. Nanami begun her career working with survivors of domestic abuse and sexual assault. She worked at a community mental health agency in Colorado for 14 years and begun her private practice in 2018. Nanami is experienced in working in crisis, court ordered treatment and substance abuse treatments. In the last several years she has been providing individual therapy to adults, geriatrics and adolescents.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Hawaii who prioritize treating:
90% | Anxiety |
83% | Depression |
74% | Relationship Issues |
73% | Self Esteem |
70% | Coping Skills |
68% | Stress |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
63% | Hawaii Medical Services Association |
46% | Hawaii Medical Assurance Association |
46% | University Health Alliance |
How Therapists in Hawaii see their clients
54% | Online Only | |
46% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
20% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Hawaii?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.