Photo of Kimya Sadaghiani, Pre-Licensed Professional in Kapaa, HI
Kimya Sadaghiani
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kapaa, HI 96746
Many of us find ourselves feeling like we are broken and unlovable, like there is something innately wrong with us. If you are feeling this way, I would like to support you in coming back to your inner guidance. You are the expert of your life, and I am committed to gently guiding you back to wellness and wholeness.
Many of us find ourselves feeling like we are broken and unlovable, like there is something innately wrong with us. If you are feeling this way, I would like to support you in coming back to your inner guidance. You are the expert of your life, and I am committed to gently guiding you back to wellness and wholeness.
(808) 720-2179 View (808) 720-2179
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Lynn Pizzitola
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, AAMFT
Verified Verified
Kapaa, HI 96746  (Online Only)
If you're having difficulty with relationships, parenting or a life transition...if you're feeling anxious, depressed, or stressed...or if you are just not as happy or fulfilled as you would like to be, you can take more control of your daily experience. If you are ready to explore more hopeful possibilities for your future, you could benefit from giving me a call. My work is multifaceted, with its roots in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. How we feel and what we do are primarily determined by our thoughts about the events in our lives.
If you're having difficulty with relationships, parenting or a life transition...if you're feeling anxious, depressed, or stressed...or if you are just not as happy or fulfilled as you would like to be, you can take more control of your daily experience. If you are ready to explore more hopeful possibilities for your future, you could benefit from giving me a call. My work is multifaceted, with its roots in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. How we feel and what we do are primarily determined by our thoughts about the events in our lives.
(808) 419-7313 View (808) 419-7313
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Chie Takahashi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kapaa, HI 96746
We all encounter challenges and lessons in our lives. Like a life of a lotus flower, we grow through muddy water of lessons in order to blossom as a beautiful lotus flower. We all have the power to grow through the lessons the life present to us which make us strong and resilient. Together, we will navigate through the muddy water of trauma, anxiety, depression, identity, and challenging life circumstances. I will support you in your personal journey of creating your happiness, finding your true self and manifesting the life you love. You deserve living the life you love.
We all encounter challenges and lessons in our lives. Like a life of a lotus flower, we grow through muddy water of lessons in order to blossom as a beautiful lotus flower. We all have the power to grow through the lessons the life present to us which make us strong and resilient. Together, we will navigate through the muddy water of trauma, anxiety, depression, identity, and challenging life circumstances. I will support you in your personal journey of creating your happiness, finding your true self and manifesting the life you love. You deserve living the life you love.
(808) 201-2270 View (808) 201-2270
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Melissa Wilson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kapaa, HI 96746
Effective therapy is about a number of things: experience, expertise, a clear diagnosis, concise goals, and the knowledge and the tools to effectively navigate difficult life issues. It’s also about a possessing a genuine concern for the patient and their pain. Having a solid connection with your therapist is key to a successful outcome. I offer supervision to masters level clinicians. I am a HIAMFT approved supervisor.
Effective therapy is about a number of things: experience, expertise, a clear diagnosis, concise goals, and the knowledge and the tools to effectively navigate difficult life issues. It’s also about a possessing a genuine concern for the patient and their pain. Having a solid connection with your therapist is key to a successful outcome. I offer supervision to masters level clinicians. I am a HIAMFT approved supervisor.
(808) 651-4183 View (808) 651-4183
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Sandy Salmers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Kapaa, HI 96746
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, sad, frustrated? As a licensed clinical social worker in private practice for the past eighteen years, I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and life transitions. I also have experience in medical social work and aging issues. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental, collaborative, and supportive environment where you can safely explore new possibilities for sustainable growth and transformation. "Life is not the way it's supposed to be. It's the way it is. The way you cope with it is what makes the difference." - Virginia Satir
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, sad, frustrated? As a licensed clinical social worker in private practice for the past eighteen years, I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and life transitions. I also have experience in medical social work and aging issues. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental, collaborative, and supportive environment where you can safely explore new possibilities for sustainable growth and transformation. "Life is not the way it's supposed to be. It's the way it is. The way you cope with it is what makes the difference." - Virginia Satir
(808) 468-7384 View (808) 468-7384
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Evynn Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kapaa, HI 96746
Life can be scary and uncertain. Especially right now. We are all trying to figure out how to feel "normal" through the increased & unexpected stressors brought by the pandemic. We often don't consider the importance in asking for help until we feel so heavy we don't know where to turn. My role is to help you identify your strengths and help provide tools to manage the difficult emotions. Anxiety, depression, and fear are all exacerbated during a time of crisis. Some of us are isolated without much social support and are experiencing strain in our relationships with family, friends, or colleagues.
Life can be scary and uncertain. Especially right now. We are all trying to figure out how to feel "normal" through the increased & unexpected stressors brought by the pandemic. We often don't consider the importance in asking for help until we feel so heavy we don't know where to turn. My role is to help you identify your strengths and help provide tools to manage the difficult emotions. Anxiety, depression, and fear are all exacerbated during a time of crisis. Some of us are isolated without much social support and are experiencing strain in our relationships with family, friends, or colleagues.
(231) 227-3264 View (231) 227-3264

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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, QMHP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Lihue, HI 96766
Therapy focuses on individual empowerment, being inspired to face life's challenges, and to be able to embrace change. My name is Jocelyn G. Cordero, and I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Psychotherapist with experience in working with a diversity of people. I provide a multicultural perspective to therapy through a warm approach offering guidance, support, insight, and hope for improving overall life situation.
Therapy focuses on individual empowerment, being inspired to face life's challenges, and to be able to embrace change. My name is Jocelyn G. Cordero, and I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Psychotherapist with experience in working with a diversity of people. I provide a multicultural perspective to therapy through a warm approach offering guidance, support, insight, and hope for improving overall life situation.
(808) 201-2269 View (808) 201-2269
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Kalena Serraon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lihue, HI 96766  (Online Only)
Aloha! My name Kalena Serraon and I was born and raised on the island of Kauai. I am humbled and grateful to be providing mental health services in the community that I grew up in. We all know how special Kauai and it's community is. I truly feel it takes a village to grow our keiki. I focus on youth, teens, and adults suffering from depression, anxiety, & trauma related issues. I attended the University of Hawaii at Mānoa were I obtained my Master's in Social Work with a focus in Child & Family. I do not offer marriage counseling or cases involving divorce/custody disputes.
Aloha! My name Kalena Serraon and I was born and raised on the island of Kauai. I am humbled and grateful to be providing mental health services in the community that I grew up in. We all know how special Kauai and it's community is. I truly feel it takes a village to grow our keiki. I focus on youth, teens, and adults suffering from depression, anxiety, & trauma related issues. I attended the University of Hawaii at Mānoa were I obtained my Master's in Social Work with a focus in Child & Family. I do not offer marriage counseling or cases involving divorce/custody disputes.
(808) 400-9066 View (808) 400-9066
Photo of Petra Parvati Meedt, Marriage & Family Therapist Intern in Kapaa, HI
Petra Parvati Meedt
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MA, MS
Verified Verified
Lihue, HI 96766
Petra Parvati Meedt, MS, MA is a Marriage and Family Therapy Intern offering telehealth therapy for individuals, couples, and families in English and Spanish. Additionally, to being a Marriage and Family Therapy Intern in Hawaii, she is a licensed psychologist in Puerto Rico, Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) in Texas, and a Clinical Hypnotherapist and certified Yoga Teacher. Her professional training includes a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from the Interamerican University, Puerto Rico, specialized in Family therapy and a second master’s degree in Cultural Anthropology from the University of Freiburg in Germany.
Petra Parvati Meedt, MS, MA is a Marriage and Family Therapy Intern offering telehealth therapy for individuals, couples, and families in English and Spanish. Additionally, to being a Marriage and Family Therapy Intern in Hawaii, she is a licensed psychologist in Puerto Rico, Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) in Texas, and a Clinical Hypnotherapist and certified Yoga Teacher. Her professional training includes a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from the Interamerican University, Puerto Rico, specialized in Family therapy and a second master’s degree in Cultural Anthropology from the University of Freiburg in Germany.
(808) 698-5858 View (808) 698-5858
Photo of Kim Gropper, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Kapaa, HI
Kim Gropper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Anahola, HI 96703  (Online Only)
I enjoy working with individuals and families of all types. My goal is to help people live a happier and more fulfilling life by working through their challenges. I have experience working with young children, tweens/teens, adults, and families on a broad range of issues. I believe in focusing on the strengths of each person or family I work with and building from there. I am willing to work with anyone who would like help and is open to making positive changes in their life.
I enjoy working with individuals and families of all types. My goal is to help people live a happier and more fulfilling life by working through their challenges. I have experience working with young children, tweens/teens, adults, and families on a broad range of issues. I believe in focusing on the strengths of each person or family I work with and building from there. I am willing to work with anyone who would like help and is open to making positive changes in their life.
(808) 400-1432 View (808) 400-1432
Photo of Cherezade Aanya in Kapaa, HI
Cherezade Aanya
MA
Verified Verified
Lihue, HI 96766  (Online Only)
Women have a complex and multi-layered relationship to their bodies - layers of shaming and conditioning around our body image, self-worth, sexuality, pleasure, menstruation, menopause, pregnancy, ageing, motherhood, and so much more. Women also carry immense pain within their wombs related to infertility, pregnancy loss through miscarriage and abortion, sexual violation and assault, medical procedures, and through internalized misogyny- all of which have a great impact on our body, minds, and souls. Feeling safe, vital, and connected to both yourself and others is your birthright. Deeply loving your body and womanhood is possible.
Women have a complex and multi-layered relationship to their bodies - layers of shaming and conditioning around our body image, self-worth, sexuality, pleasure, menstruation, menopause, pregnancy, ageing, motherhood, and so much more. Women also carry immense pain within their wombs related to infertility, pregnancy loss through miscarriage and abortion, sexual violation and assault, medical procedures, and through internalized misogyny- all of which have a great impact on our body, minds, and souls. Feeling safe, vital, and connected to both yourself and others is your birthright. Deeply loving your body and womanhood is possible.
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Joy Gallina
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lihue, HI 96766  (Online Only)
Aloha, my name is Joy and I work with clients who are looking for ways to feel more emotionally balanced, healthy, and full of life. Clients report that they find great relief in our work together, and that they learn to become more kind, loving and happy with themselves.
Aloha, my name is Joy and I work with clients who are looking for ways to feel more emotionally balanced, healthy, and full of life. Clients report that they find great relief in our work together, and that they learn to become more kind, loving and happy with themselves.
(808) 207-8264 View (808) 207-8264
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Inner Calm Therapy Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MA, MS, LMT
Verified Verified
Lihue, HI 96766
Innercalm is a safe and welcoming space for individuals to explore their innermost thoughts and emotions, allowing them to find peace and clarity within themselves. Through a combination mindful walking, somatic and attuning to nature practices, clients are able to develop a deeper understanding of themselves, true self and spiritual wellbeing. The hope is to help clients navigate through life's challenges and stresses, promoting self-awareness and personal growth. I use expressive art, nature and walking to foster an environment where clients are able to delve into their inner world and uncover the root causes of their struggles.
Innercalm is a safe and welcoming space for individuals to explore their innermost thoughts and emotions, allowing them to find peace and clarity within themselves. Through a combination mindful walking, somatic and attuning to nature practices, clients are able to develop a deeper understanding of themselves, true self and spiritual wellbeing. The hope is to help clients navigate through life's challenges and stresses, promoting self-awareness and personal growth. I use expressive art, nature and walking to foster an environment where clients are able to delve into their inner world and uncover the root causes of their struggles.
(808) 353-4232 View (808) 353-4232
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Dr. Nafisseh Soroudi
PhD
Verified Verified
Kilauea, HI 96754
I provide compassionate and empowering therapy tailored to each client's health journey. My approach is trauma-informed and holistic, focusing on self-discovery and self-love. Clients learn to tap into the wisdom within and re-create a sense of self-agency. Taking responsibility for ways in which we contribute to our wellbeing and our circumstances, leads to transformations that ripple to unimaginable changes within and around us. You hold within the wisdom for your wellbeing, and I serve as a clear mirror and an informed guide on your journey.
I provide compassionate and empowering therapy tailored to each client's health journey. My approach is trauma-informed and holistic, focusing on self-discovery and self-love. Clients learn to tap into the wisdom within and re-create a sense of self-agency. Taking responsibility for ways in which we contribute to our wellbeing and our circumstances, leads to transformations that ripple to unimaginable changes within and around us. You hold within the wisdom for your wellbeing, and I serve as a clear mirror and an informed guide on your journey.
(808) 650-5795 View (808) 650-5795
Photo of Christin DeCoito, Pre-Licensed Professional in Kapaa, HI
Christin DeCoito
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Lihue, HI 96766  (Online Only)
Christin DeCoito, was born and raised in Hilo where she grew passionate about helping others in her community. She graduated from Kamehameha Schools Hawaii, she later received her Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology, with a specialization in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from UH Hilo. She ventured a little ways out of Hilo, where she currently lives on the Hamakua coast with her loving family and growing two little boys. Christins experience stems from working directly with students as a school based behavioral health specialist since 2017.
Christin DeCoito, was born and raised in Hilo where she grew passionate about helping others in her community. She graduated from Kamehameha Schools Hawaii, she later received her Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology, with a specialization in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from UH Hilo. She ventured a little ways out of Hilo, where she currently lives on the Hamakua coast with her loving family and growing two little boys. Christins experience stems from working directly with students as a school based behavioral health specialist since 2017.
(808) 353-5265 View (808) 353-5265
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Molly Rauterkus
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Lihue, HI 96766
Currently not accepting new clients! I believe we all need support from time to time. As a systemic and compassionate therapist, I believe in walking alongside my clients, through the trenches and up the hill. I meet my clients where they are by building a safe haven to work through the difficulties of life.
Currently not accepting new clients! I believe we all need support from time to time. As a systemic and compassionate therapist, I believe in walking alongside my clients, through the trenches and up the hill. I meet my clients where they are by building a safe haven to work through the difficulties of life.
(808) 215-5729 View (808) 215-5729
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Hawley Winter
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CEDS, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Kilauea, HI 96754
My approach is highly collaborative with goals of improving insight and awareness of self-defeating patterns to allow for meaningful shifts in how clients relate to others, behave in the world and feel about themselves. I am passionate about healing attachment and relational issues and also specialize in treating eating disorders as a Certified Eating Disorders Specialist. I work with anxiety, depression and difficulties in coping as well. I believe in integrative health and, when appropriate, encourage clients to create a team of collaborating professionals to assist them in reaching their personal and health goals.
My approach is highly collaborative with goals of improving insight and awareness of self-defeating patterns to allow for meaningful shifts in how clients relate to others, behave in the world and feel about themselves. I am passionate about healing attachment and relational issues and also specialize in treating eating disorders as a Certified Eating Disorders Specialist. I work with anxiety, depression and difficulties in coping as well. I believe in integrative health and, when appropriate, encourage clients to create a team of collaborating professionals to assist them in reaching their personal and health goals.
(808) 855-0043 View (808) 855-0043
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Kresta Painter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RYT
Verified Verified
Kilauea, HI 96754
I work with clients who are looking to transform their lives, are motivated to create positive changes and express their best selves. Would you like to find the motivation to create a new way of being in your world? Have you been wondering about your personal life, relationships, job, or business and thinking, “Is this it?” If so, you have come to the right place to imagine and create something different.
I work with clients who are looking to transform their lives, are motivated to create positive changes and express their best selves. Would you like to find the motivation to create a new way of being in your world? Have you been wondering about your personal life, relationships, job, or business and thinking, “Is this it?” If so, you have come to the right place to imagine and create something different.
(808) 670-1287 View (808) 670-1287
Photo of Jie (Jaye) Shen, Art Therapist in Kapaa, HI
Jie (Jaye) Shen
Art Therapist, MA, ATR, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lihue, HI 96766  (Online Only)
Everyone’s path towards healing is unique. I believe in basic goodness and innate ability to heal and grow in our human nature. With compassion as the core of my services, we can explore ways to challenge difficult thoughts, discover the inner landscape of emotions, improve interpersonal skills, change unhealthy behavioral pattern, and build self esteem and confidence to achieve a more fulfilling life via the healing power of art and therapy.
Everyone’s path towards healing is unique. I believe in basic goodness and innate ability to heal and grow in our human nature. With compassion as the core of my services, we can explore ways to challenge difficult thoughts, discover the inner landscape of emotions, improve interpersonal skills, change unhealthy behavioral pattern, and build self esteem and confidence to achieve a more fulfilling life via the healing power of art and therapy.
(808) 374-9121 View (808) 374-9121

Online Therapists

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Bridget Duncan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mililani, HI 96789
Aloha! I specialize in systemically focused treatment with individuals, couples, and families as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have excellent counseling abilities as well as an instinctive grasp of interpersonal familial dynamics, which has helped my clients get a deeper understanding of their behaviors and progress toward their therapeutic goals. I typically work with couples and individuals who are motivated to learn more about their behaviors and are motivated towards their healing. I work well with clients experiencing grief, anxiety, low-self-esteem and those who need help setting healthy boundaries.
Aloha! I specialize in systemically focused treatment with individuals, couples, and families as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have excellent counseling abilities as well as an instinctive grasp of interpersonal familial dynamics, which has helped my clients get a deeper understanding of their behaviors and progress toward their therapeutic goals. I typically work with couples and individuals who are motivated to learn more about their behaviors and are motivated towards their healing. I work well with clients experiencing grief, anxiety, low-self-esteem and those who need help setting healthy boundaries.
(808) 649-3110 View (808) 649-3110

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Marriage Counseling Therapists

How does marriage counseling work?

Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.

How long does marriage counseling typically last?

Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.

Is marriage counseling effective?

Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.

Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?

Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.