Therapists in Kailua, HI

My therapeutic style is collaborative and I make every effort to develop caring and respectful relationships. My interventions tend to be integrative with an emphasis on interpersonal relationships, emotional awareness and effective thinking patterns.

Behavioral and developmental needs need not limit the lives of the individuals diagnosed with them or their families. At our center, we provide behavioral support to individuals and their families so they can ultimately live their best life. Our comprehensive program helps identify each individuals needs and formulate a plan that will ultimately help them reach those behavioral and developmental goals.

Every individual has moments in their life that leave them feeling, overwhelmed, confused, and alone. Sarah believes seeking the insight and professional companionship of therapy is a sign of inner strength, resilience, and commitment to progress. She offers a safe, non-judgmental space to cultivate a deeper understanding of self while implementing the skills necessary for change. Areas of specialty include women's issues, relationships, spirituality, behavior modification, anxiety, depression, and unraveling unwanted repeating patterns.

Whether you are dealing with chronic pain or other difficulties - I'm aware that you're hurting right now. Some of you may feel uncomfortable in more ways than one. You definitely want things to change and you probably want to feel more comfortable with yourself or with others than you're feeling right now. Perhaps you're struggling with stress, depression, anxiety, harmful habits, family or work problems, or couples conflicts. Combining my 20-years of experience with your personal strengths, we can work together to find the positive change and comfort you seek.

Thank you for taking a moment to consider setting up an appointment with me. Just the fact that you are on this website indicates that there is some part of you that wants help with overcoming challenges in your life. I am a compassionate and caring clinical psychologist with specialized training in trauma/PTSD assessment and treatment, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and eating disorders. My primary approach involves cognitive-behavioral therapy which utilizes well-researched and empirically supported treatment protocols. Despite the pain you may be in now, the good news is there are treatments that work!

I focus on helping a client work on personal issues as well as primary relationships. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, and addictions. Counseling is a partnership. You're the expert in running your life and I have the training and experience in partnering with others. I specialize in helping to improve your relationships with other people. I am licensed in Hawaii and I hold a Masters with a specialty in Marriage and Family Therapy. Recently hosted the TV Show "Shrink Rap Hawaii. You can find my shows on YouTube.

As a practitioner I am committed to assisting you to expand your potential to fulfill a life that you envision for yourself. At ExpandingHorizonsHawai'i (EHHi) we will co-create a practical and realistic life plan with achievable steps. Once your life begins to move in the direction that is closer to your desired life, instead of perpetuating in a downward spiral, you will have the opposite effect -- your positivity will expand and multiply. EHHi will also facilitate the success of your life plan by removing blocks of limited thinking and negative emotions through trauma release, visualization, and solution-focused approach.

Matthew Johnson, MS, recently graduated with his Master's Degree in Professional Counseling from Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi, Spring 2021. Utilizing approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy , Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and the up and coming concept of Geek Therapy, Matthew's goal is to remotely help individuals, couples, and families in the community while obtaining his LMHC license in Hawaii. Matthew has experience providing counseling services in group and individual settings for depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and family issues.

Life brings you many challenges. Sometimes circumstances can result in more difficult situations.Domestic violence, divorce, work and relationships can impact your physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. At times it may affect your relationships and work/school performance. Therapy can help as you go through life's many journeys.

Do you feel anxiety, depression, relational stress, grief, loss, & are searching for meaning, purpose, identity, hope, & fullest potential? Trauma can shake us to our core and challenge the way we think and feel about ourselves and the world around us. Together we will collaborate on a compassionate therapeutic plan to understand how your coping skills have protected you, develop new skills, and embrace self-acceptance even as we grow. I also offer therapeutic harp music for relaxation and mindfulness practice if desired! I hope to assist you discover the gifts in your suffering and see yourself in a new light!

You and your family have sacrificed a lot for your career and it has taken a toll on your relationship. You have given up time together, delt with unpredictable schedules, the stresses of moving, and probably isolation. Maybe you were pressured to get married before you’re were ready or maybe you are in a long-distance relationship. Your job is demanding and support may or may not be available. If you are like most, you don’t want everyone knowing your business but you do want to honor your commitments and create a fulfilling, happy relationship.

Exhausted from your obsessive thoughts about food and body image? Feeling defeated by ED behaviors? With over 20 years in this field, let me teach you the most effective skills that I've identified through the years needed to fully recover from your ED. (Licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist) Together, using an integrative approach, we will identify the patterns that fuel your disordered eating, reveal the function of the disorder, address, and heal unresolved distressful underlying issues, and you'll learn to utilize foundational skills to replace old patterns for full ED recovery.

In our 10-week Teen Group, I work with teen girls in high school who are yearning to form a deep and meaningful connection with others, are ready to explore their emotions and process difficulties that arise, and learn to tolerate the stressors of school. I am here to listen, honor and bring in DBT skills that help teens to feel empowered and hopeful. I have a passion for working specifically with teens. Being a teen is complicated and finding the balance between meeting the world’s expectations and shining their own unique light can be difficult. I am a guide for teens on this journey.

We live in a culture that emphasizes feeling good and being happy. But the reality is, we all face challenges or challenging times, and sometimes friends and family don't have the resources to provide all the help we need. I have over 25 years of experience training and working in the behavioral health field. I work collaboratively and respectfully to support you with proven methods to compassionately and gently foster change and recovery. I will work with your other providers, mindful of your unique strengths while helping you to live your life in accord with your deepest values.

Aloha and welcome! I have many years of experience working with individuals and couples who may be challenged with addiction problems within the family system and perhaps with unresolved trauma as well as intra and/or inter personal relationships. I believe that learning healthy communication may start the change process as we begin to hear as we actively listen to not only others, but to our honest selves .

While seeking a professional to help with ongoing personal difficulties can be hard, I am dedicated to providing professional guidance towards positive change. I have much experience working with anxiety, panic, trauma, obsessive compulsive disorder, phobias, and depression. I use therapy that is designed to work quickly and effectively. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Prolonged Exposure, Exposure with Response Prevention, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. These techniques can help you to heal from events that may have negatively influenced how you approach life.

Parenting is the most demanding job many of us will ever experience. You want the best for your child, so it can be painful to witness your child struggling with their emotions and anxiety. Therapy can help to enhance your child's emotional IQ and equip them with tools to deal with life's ups and downs. All relationships have ups and downs. So it is easy to get stuck in a frustrating cycle when your child doesn't listen, leaving you both feeling upset and disconnected. There is an alternative. You can enhance the relationship with your child, improve compliance and foster positive behaviors.

For those interested in a holistic approach to mental health, therapy can be an integration of mind, body, and soul exploration-and one that can reap tremendous rewards. Addiction, Past trauma, emotional pain, and emptiness can often manifest as depressed mood, anxiety, or relational difficulties. I'm here to help you find a way toward healing. Jacqueline Montero, MS, CSAC, LMHC (Kailua) is a certified substance abuse counselor and licensed mental health counselor who practices a variety of eclectic therapeutic approaches. Jacqueline also provides in-home therapy services to those in Kailua. I also offer supervision for licensure.

Hello and welcome! I am Jason, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Licensed Behavior Analyst. Let's face it, the struggle is real and we all need extra support at various points in our lives. Burying shame, guilt, hurt or any other negative energy leads to both mental and somatic symptoms. Whether struggling with a personal issue, or wanting to see growth within yourself, I offer a safe and open space to begin the journey of self-love. Let the journey begin now, we all deserve it.