"Life is a journey of peeling away layers of what isn't you so you can be the version of you that you were destined to be. This is the version from your dreams, the YOU that knows ANYTHING is possible. THIS is who you REALLY are. The only thing between you and who you really are is the emotional trauma from your past that's stored inside of you. Whether from heartbreak, loss, abuse, or conditioning the real you is locked up in your past. To truly fulfill your dreams and heal your trauma, you need the keys to Unlock Who You Really Are."

"I commend you for taking the first step in self-discovery and healing! I invite you to share your feelings and emerge with a "Lighter Heart." I want to hear YOUR story. Does the world often overwhelm you? Do you seem to "feel" things deeply or become easily emotional? Then you may be a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP). HSPs are more prone to over-stimulation, depression, anxiety, addictions and relationship difficulties. As a Highly Sensitive therapist, I can help you to recognize the benefits and hardships of this trait, be more productive, have better relationships, and protect yourself from overwhelm."

"The path towards healing can be scary. Being vulnerable and honest with ourselves and others can feel risky. However, this is a path that is rich and rewarding for the brave and courageous souls who willing to embark on such a journey! It can be difficult to reach out, but if you are willing, I am happy to see how I can help. I would be honored to walk that path of healing alongside you!"

"Looking for a compassionate coach/counselor to help you improve the quality of your life and relationships? I'm here for you with caring support, as well as creative and effective strategies for your healing and growth. Through our work together, you will strengthen your inner and outer resources to meet the specific life challenges you are facing. I'll guide you to find your own natural wisdom, clarity and courage, so that you can release stress, transform limiting beliefs and behaviors, and regain a sense of balance and wholeness within yourself."

"As a couples relationship counselor I have training working with couples who are severely distressed and are looking to find love and connection again. I treat a wide variety of concerns; infidelity, miscommunication, financial problems, depression, anxiety, aging, growing apart, and parenting teens. Many of these issues can leave relationships feeling hopeless. However restoration, healing and a future are possible. I also have extended training working with families, and individuals. As a systems therapist I focus treatment on what is causing the problem. Wholeness in relationships and for the individual is a goal I have for all of my clients."

"Are you feeling overwhelmed with personal and/or professional challenges? Are you having problems with your relationships or at work? Is your child or adolescent exhibiting emotional and/or behavioral problems? Are you faced with challenging life-transitions? I offer a variety of modalities to work with individuals, couples and families who are experiencing the effects of trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, divorce, aging or other life issues."

"Do you sometimes feel an underlying sense of anxiety, unease or overwhelm? Do you sometimes wonder why you react or respond in certain ways to certain types of situations? You are not alone! Current experiences sometimes release responses that we developed earlier in our lives. We may have needed them at the time, but they may be no longer necessary. It's time to let them go! Let's start from a place of lovingkindness, forgiveness and compassion...for yourself as well as for others. Are you ready to stop being "triggered"? "

"I believe that we all have the answers to our own problems, but may need help exploring and bringing them to light. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I can assist with gaining new insights for positive self-growth in a warm and compassionate setting . I have over seventeen years experience working with adolescents with behavioral challenges, adult severe and persistent illness, and addictions."

"I work with a wide range of presenting issues as related to individuals, couples, families, businesses, and organizations. Specialty in interpersonal and systemic issues."

"Thoughts create feelings, feelings create behaviors, behaviors reinforce thoughts. Everyone deserves to be happy, enjoy peace of mind, nurturing relationships, and a chance to live life to its fullest. My approach to challenges that you may be experiencing in life is person-centered, trauma focused, evidenced based practices with adolescents, adults, couples, and families."

"Need help with a personal or professional problem? Go to the Psychologist who local doctors turn to for their own issues. Dr Ashley has been in practice in Kona for 29 years. She was trained by some of the best individual and couples' therapists. She has a caring, supportive approach and quickly gets to the heart of the problem to facilitate real change. She has helped many individuals overcome stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, sexual abuse, eating disorders, health concerns, divorce, step family issues, and teen problems."

"As a practicing psychologist for over 20 years I have been privileged to be part of my client's lives. I moved from San Diego to the Big Island of Hawaii in 1996. My specialties have changed and developed through the years. Now I specialize in the treatment of adults suffering from trauma, addiction related illness, relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, and coping with illness. I have a particular interest in women's issues including domestic violence, work/life balance, parenting young adults, and menopause. I work with women and men facing transition points in their lives as they create renewed meaning in life."

"Being our most resilient, healthy self is a process of acceptance and skill building. It is particularly hard when anger, sadness, and worry get in the way of connecting with others, advancing professionally, or maintaining health. It is important to have a safe place to process and solve life transitions without judgment. I utilize evidenced based psychotherapy and assessment to restore value based cognitions, mindfulness and healthy behaviors. Specialized treatment planning is the first stage of the process. Adults, adolescents, couples, and specialized assessment cases (ages 7 to 80+) are encouraged to schedule a consultation appointment."

"The clients I work with the best are adults who want to work on themselves and are open to personal growth and change. I encourage clients to clarify their life goals, and whether the choices they are making will get them to those goals. I specialize in working with clients who have issues in the areas of relationships, spirituality, work, gender roles, grief/loss, trauma, and sexual abuse. I use my expertise to support clients in finding their own answers to create their "personal best" life, while giving professional guidance and sharing personal wisdom to facilitate them in that success."

"There are many barriers that prevent us from moving forward in life or in relationship and therapy can help to identify and overcome them. Over the last 15+ years, I have worked with individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, and eating disorders. Additionally, my work with couples includes examining how old patterns of behavior (e.g. how intimacy was for our parents, excessive substance use) prevent us from having healthy, strong and secure bonds. As a psychologist who has a firm grasp of the research behind effective treatments, I balance warmth, compassion and acceptance with strategies for creating lasting change."

"Have you forgotten what it feels like to be happy? Do you find yourself feeling stressed, anxious or depressed? Are you feeling overwhelmed by a difficult life transition? My goal as a therapist is to provide a safe, confidential and non-judgemental atmosphere in which clients can express their feelings and gain insight into what led to this current state of mind and then take the steps toward a positive change. "

"I specialize in working with individuals, couples, and families impacted by sexual addiction, and pornography addiction as well as substance abuse issues. I provide a compassionate and non-judgmental environment that fosters healing and insight. Whether you are an individual that needs help with sexual addiction, or have been betrayed by your partner/spouse, or a couple that is in crisis due to betrayal. I can help you find solutions to whatever current crises you are experiencing. Please don't hesitate to call for a free consultation to see if we are a good fit."

"As a clinician with many years of direct experience working with adults, adolescents and families, I believe deeply in the potential of every person, and am passionate about empowering the clients I serve."