Therapists in Kaneohe, HI

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.

Are you struggling with various obstacles and in need of support? Do you find yourself using unhealthy coping skills? It would be my honor to help you learn new ways of coping and to gain insight into making life feel more manageable. Through our journey and collaboration, we will work on overcoming past and current challenges while also learning how to live authentically. I specialize in Depression, Anxiety, Coping Skills, Trauma, Life Transitions, Relationship Issues, Behavioral Issues, Insomnia, and Eating Disorders. I provide individual and couples therapy.

As a licensed marriage and family therapist with over 25 years of diverse counseling experience, I am currently providing psychotherapy services for individuals, families, couples, and children in Hawaii and California. My therapeutic practice style is experiential, offering tools and opportunities for self-reflection and emotional growth through empathic support and guidance in a safe and nurturing environment. I believe that each of us holds the key to healing within ourselves, and I help to facilitate the uncovering of these unique inner strengths through the therapeutic process.

Whether it's your first experience with therapy or your fifth, you're feeling ready to navigate barriers and locate resources to create the life you envision. At your core you have the confidence, creativity, and compassion to make the changes you want. You also know the journey inward isn't easy, and having a traveling companion can be empowering.

Psychotherapy is a shared process that requires thoughtful dialog and trust. Successful therapy creates healthy lifestyle changes and fosters physical, emotional, cognitive, relational, spiritual, and financial wellbeing. I will take the time to understand your experience and practice accordingly. I believe the best person to determine whether therapy is working is you. By creating a safe and genuine relationship, we can develop focused goals and strategies that support growth, healing, and inner peace.

Born and raised on Oahu. I offer 26+ years of Clinical Therapy experience with the local and military communities. I worked as a Clinical therapist for DOE, PACT, HPH, and DOD. As a DOD clinical BH therapist at Tripler Army Medical Center (TAMC), I serviced our Active Duty Service Members, Retirees / Veterans, and their Family Members until my retirement on JAN 31, 2023. I'm also a non-paid volunteer, serving as co-chapter leader and facilitator with the Compassionate Friends, Honolulu, supporting grievers who loss children and / or siblings.

I work with clients who have experienced trauma, anxiety and depression; divorce, grief and loss, social/relational challenges, self-harm, and challenges with major life transitions. I work with youth ages 5-18,families and individuals.

Garrett is an empathic listener, who honors the path of his clients. He is non-judgmental and helps his clients move from unhealthy communication systems to a healthier communication system that helps his clients engage their family systems, work environment, and personal relationship systems in a more positive and healthy manner. He also understands that it is difficult for individuals or couples to seek help with aspects of their lives. Yet, it is in these moments that we need support the most, to help move our lives forward. “We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them.” Albert Einstein

You're wondering how to get your life back on track. Sometimes it feels hopeless. But guess what? If you're taking care of so many responsibilities, you have the ability to solve your problems. Stop putting it off. Commit to making life a little easier, less stressed, using CBT and exposure therapy—the best evidence-based treatment, because your time is important. You deserve your best life. We'll establish new habits and patterns to make that happen.

These are challenging times and I would love to be of support in coping with anxiety, stress management, and life transitions. Building a trusting and supportive relationship is a primary component of my therapeutic practice and can be done using Tele Health video sessions from home. When making life decisions regarding how to best move forward, it can also be helpful to get an impartial, outside perspective. Know that I have over four decades of experience in working with individuals, couples, and families and that I am accepting new clients at this time.

Aloha, I have 15+ years of experience helping the people of Hawaii learn about and cope with life issues. Issues related to addiction, adjusting to life transitions, as well as coping with symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective, and Bipolar disorders. In my practice I really listen to you and focus on gaining a better understanding of what you are experiencing. We will then work together to choose strategies that can best support positive change to your wellbeing. I utilize a client centered approach as well as additional therapeutic techniques in effort to help you create your best life.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist currently accepting referrals for adults and adolescents. My interests include working with depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, work-related stress management, and domestic violence issues. I use a flexible, patient-centered approach rooted in Humanistic, Psychodynamic, and Cognitive-Behavioral Theory. I enjoy working with patients to find their inner strengths, and to address the thoughts and emotions connected to undesirable behaviors. I value helping patients find their sense of identity, even amidst crisis, and supporting them to understand and make decisions that promote well-being and growth.

Sometimes life is difficult. If you are feeling that you have issues that no one else understands; if you feel that everything you are juggling is suddenly becoming too overwhelming; or if you have a child/teen that is more than you can handle... take the next step. I have the knowledge and experience to help you resolve a multitude of issues. I can to help provide you with the support you need to overcome your struggles and get back to "yourself" again.

Are you struggling with life's challenges? I am here to help! With over ten years of experience working in the mental health field, I specialize in Relationship Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Coping Skills, PTSD, Trauma, Life Transitions, Behavioral Issues, and Substance Use Disorders. My clinical expertise includes working with Individuals, Couples, and Families. Utilizing various evidence based therapeutic approaches, I am dedicated to providing optimal care and compassion while encouraging growth and resilience. I provide individualized care based on your specific needs.

I know it takes a lot to recognize the need for extra support and you should be proud of yourself. I want you to feel like I am a good fit for you along this journey. Finding the right person to help you through these challenges is very important. I have been a social worker for the past six years. Much of my experience has been working with people who are struggling with post- partum mood disorders, family conflict, parenting issues and life transitions. I also have experience working with individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds such military families, adolescents, and individuals in the LGBT community

Dr. Kadooka is an Executive Function & Mental Fitness Coach, Relationship Coach, and Counselor. She uses a strength-based approach to support and promote adaptive self-regulation, self-awareness, flexible responding, and goal-directed behavior. This approach is intended to address issues related to executive functioning (such as ADHD-related symptoms), anxiety/stress management, time management and productivity, work-life balance, life transitions, parent support, self-discovery, and managing conflict. In relationship coaching, there is an emphasis on creating shared goals to join together as a team in disrupting cycles of conflict.

Healing work has been the primary focus of my life and career for more than 10 years. Today, I offer you compassionate space and time to be heard and honored for your personal journey. I work mostly with women clients that are navigating challenges, trauma, and transitions. My focus are women interested in exploring their voice, body, cycles, pregnancy/postpartum, emotions, and relationships in the current culture. I also specialize in working with women that work in masculine dominated work environments.

I specialize in working with adults, adolescents, and children in individual, couples and family therapy. I primarily use a psychodynamic, interpersonal, and family systems approach. Having been in practice for more than 25 years, I have a well rounded and broad background of experience which includes working with all types of clients of all ages with many varying presenting issues. Clients who are best suited for my practice want to become more aware of their issues as they relate to the underlying patterns and dynamics that replicate again and again and cause dysfunction in their lives.

The process of seeking therapy is one of courage and strength. I am honored to be on the receiving end of that process and find it a privilege to provide you with a safe, accepting, and nurturing environment where I will take the time to hear and understand your concerns. I truly believe that this is the best way for us to develop a genuine, trusting relationship. This will help us work together to develop your goals and strategies to help you understand yourself, your thought processes, interpersonal relationships, and improve your quality of life.