University Health Alliance Therapists in Honolulu, HI

Therapy can be an opportune place to make sense of one’s external and internal world; to engage in meaningful exploration of self and others. I consider fostering of insight and perspective into various domains, particularly relational ones, to be a valuable part of the therapeutic process. Becoming a partner with oneself, embracing one’s strengths and challenges, is an incredibly empowering and exciting process. In addition to individual therapy, I can work with couples and families as well.

I have a client-centered approach to therapy that focuses on the individual, the strengths of the individual, and their goals. I get the chance to learn about you, who you are, and what you want to accomplish. Whether you have short-term or long-term goals or just need the help to get through a unique challenge, I will provide support, focus on calming techniques, coping skills, new thinking, and foster growth by empowerment. Learning new skills and developing the necessary insight is key to opening up to endless possibilities of growth and success.

Therapy is a journey. I will help you work through challenges on your path to increase your self-awareness of internal strengths as you learn new techniques of managing your thoughts and behaviors to remove barriers that prevent you from living a purposeful life.

Kendra has been practicing as a Licensed Social Worker in Hawaii for 24 years in both an acute care hospital setting and in Hospice. During this time she has also provided counseling and therapy through telehealth services to numerous clients. Throughout her career she has worked with individuals and families with grief and loss, life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem challenges, medical and health concerns, and crisis and trauma management. Kendra is able to support her clients’ needs by blending a variety of therapeutic techniques including Solution Focused Therapy (SFBT),

Therapy can feel scary. It’s difficult not knowing what to expect and to share personal parts of your life with someone you don’t know. I recognize taking the steps to research and contact a potential therapist is perhaps not an easy one, though I believe it signifies your hope and willingness to work on and address your problems. I work mostly with adult females and focus on anxiety, grief/loss, relationship issues, stress management, life adjustments, and workplace challenges.

Life can be challenging and sometimes we need to seek support and guidance during difficult times. As a therapist, I am here to provide a safe and nurturing space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, gain insight, and work towards creating a positive change in your life. We all have the capacity for growth and healing and sometimes we need a professional perspective to help us get unstuck and moving in the right direction. I help both individuals and couples navigate the complexities of their relationships and find solutions to the challenges they face.

Empower Mental Health is a holistic wellness center dedicated to helping individuals heal, grow, and achieve balance with an emphasis on the mind-body connection. We strive to deliver the highest quality counseling services in a professional and innovative manner while maintaining an inclusive, approachable, and safe therapeutic environment. At Empower Mental Health, we don’t just work for you, but with you.

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.

Each and every one of us deserve a healthy and balanced life. Let me be the one to help you get there. My experience has allowed me to see, first hand, the ability for change when empowerment and self-actualization are realized. With a background in mediation and conflict resolution, I am equipped to facilitate an array of issues in order to unlock the best you!

Ready to split? Are you stuck in relationship ambivalence and just can't decide whether to stay or leave? Want to learn how to live and love with purpose? Before you breakup, divorce or go your separate way, try my unique program called Individual/Couples Counseling and Relationship Boot Camp. Most relationships or marriages need help and an immediate shot in the arm. It could be seen as your last shot to mending a broken connection or as relationship maintenance. Are you ready to experience a new sense of well-being, dignity and empowerment? If so, I can help you.

Aloha and mahalo visiting my page! I welcome individuals and families who want answers to their difficult questions. I specialize in treatment and evaluations that cover a variety of concerns in toddlers, children, adolescents, adults, and aging adults. Your concerns may be related to Alzheimer's, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Anxiety, ADHD, behavioral problems, developmental delays, Dementia, Depression, Intellectual Disability, Dissociation, Traumatic Stress, and many other concerns that impact your daily life. I combine a humanistic approach with cognitive behavioral interventions to maximize your time and treatment.

I can help you learn how to change yourself and achieve greater happiness and peace of mind, regardless of whether you are suffering with a clinical disorder, or are simply having personal, professional, or relationship difficulties. Therapy starts with a relationship built on trust. But success in therapy takes more than trust, it takes learning the skills of clear thinking and good relationships. By practicing these skills with someone you trust while you talk about your concerns, you can learn how to increase your happiness and decrease your suffering.

I am wholistic, systems based, Licensed Marriage and Family therapist and Certified Substance Abuse Counselor. I am fluent in Korean. I provide Substance Abuse Assessments and early intervention education. I work with families, couples, individuals and children. I have experience working with trauma, depression, dual diagnosis, children with autism, ADHD, and ADD.I have training in play therapy, EMDR, Gottman methods and mindfulness based treatment modalities. I have also worked as a domestic violence advocate for the Navy and worked with military families.

Your best days are yet to come! I can help. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience. I work with adults, children, and families experiencing a variety of challenges including: anxiety, depression, ADHD, stages of grief, relationship issues, or adjusting to life changes and daily stressors.

When meeting for the first time, you'll be greeted with a smile and a curiosity to understand you as a whole person. We'll talk about your experiences, strengths, thoughts, behaviors, habits, and relationships that shape you. We'll then discuss your goals for therapy and collaborate on a treatment plan to meet your needs. There is no one size fits all for therapy. It’s part science and part art. The science of therapy is using research supported interventions that have been proven to work. While the art of therapy is tailoring these interventions to you and your unique needs and strengths.

With over 19+ years of experience in Hawaii Behavioral/Mental Health, I provide psychotherapy and stress mgmt coaching as a Clinical Psychologist with a subspecialty in Marriage and Family Therapy. My professional goals are to help individuals, couples, or a family, find resolve, contentment, and meaningfulness. Through evidenced based practices, I intend to provide a non-judgmental, neutral, and safe, clinical psychotherapy environment/relationship. We may have to develop a new direction and purpose or simply clarify what is. I am a therapist with sensitivity, compassion, and an awareness of cultural diversity issues.

I believe in people. I believe in our resilience, our power, and in our capacity for change. I love being a witness to those beautiful light bulb moments where we recognize the truth about ourselves and start living with more purpose and resolve. I love helping people find those solutions within themselves - I know they are there! As a former Substance Use Disorder Counselor, I could see how clients were desperately seeking a way to cope with deep trauma. I wanted to dive deeper. I wanted to help others get to the root of their problems.

Thank you for viewing my profile. I know life can be a struggle, whether you are trying your very best to recover from something difficult that has happened, are trying to improve your relationships with others, support your children, increase your productivity, or improve your physical and mental health. You may be trying to make difficult decisions in your life, or perhaps, you know what changes you would like to make, but need some support in taking those steps in your journey forward. I will work with you or your loved one, in growing and striving for full potential.

I believe that the core of successful psychotherapy lies in creating a safe place for you to talk about things that are truly important in your life. I was born and raised in Hawaii and feel that I'm able to identify with the concerns and experiences you may have in our multi-cultural environment. In addition to my doctorate in psychology, I have advanced degrees in Education and Theological Studies. I value and respect the strength that your own cultural and religious/spiritual values and faith can provide.