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Matthew Shima
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Matthew Shima

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
14 Endorsed
2070 West Vineyard Street, Suite 2, Wailuku, HI 96793
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I specialize in supporting successful professionals (particularly those in the helping and creative fields) navigating cycles of worry, perfectionism, and prioritizing others over themselves. Many of my clients deeply value harmony and connection, yet struggle to balance these with their own well-being. Together, we work to ease self-doubt, foster self-compassion, and embrace authenticity, aiming for greater ease and joy in their journey while honoring their personal needs and aspirations.
In therapy our work together, our focus will be on expanding awareness—of thoughts, feelings, and body sensations—and clarifying hopes, fears, strengths, and relational patterns. Through collaborative dialogue and experiential exercises, we will cultivate emotional skillfulness and compassion leading to greater confidence and a vibrant sense of self.
In therapy with me, my clients find support in managing emotional and relational challenges, aligning aspirations with actions, and navigating complexities in both personal and professional life.
Matthew Shima now for a free 15 minute consultation

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Shima Therapy

2070 West Vineyard Street

Suite 2

Wailuku, HI 96793 map

Shima Therapy

Santa Monica, CA 90405

I teach people to develop their skill of awareness and to hold their experience with kindness and care.
I specialize in Spirituality, Relationship Issues and Self Esteem 
$250 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  
Connect with Matthew Shima
Photo of Matthew Shima, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Shima Therapy

2070 West Vineyard Street

Suite 2

Wailuku, HI 96793 map

Shima Therapy

Santa Monica, CA 90405

I teach people to develop their skill of awareness and to hold their experience with kindness and care.
I specialize in Spirituality, Relationship Issues and Self Esteem 
$250 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $250
  • Couple Sessions $250
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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Matthew Shima
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
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Photo of Matthew Shima, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Matthew Shima
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LMFT 113018 Matthew Shima
    License state differs from primary location state.
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Pacific Oaks College, M.A. , Graduated 2017
  • Additional Credentials

  • Licensed by State of California / LMFT 113018
    License state differs from primary location state.
  • License: State of Hawaii 718 / 2021
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I hold licenses in both California and Hawai'i.
Photo of Matthew Shima, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Matthew Shima
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
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I hold licenses in both California and Hawai'i.
Photo of Matthew Shima, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Matthew Shima
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Spirituality
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Internet Addiction
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Peer Relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Many of my clients are very successful and competent in the their professional lives, but often struggle with their emotional and relational lives, or to manage it all. It can seem hard to reconcile what they know they should be doing and what they end up actually doing. Therapy can be very helpful in developing greater awareness of what keeps them stuck and finding a way through.
Photo of Matthew Shima, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Matthew Shima
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
Many of my clients are very successful and competent in the their professional lives, but often struggle with their emotional and relational lives, or to manage it all. It can seem hard to reconcile what they know they should be doing and what they end up actually doing. Therapy can be very helpful in developing greater awareness of what keeps them stuck and finding a way through.
Photo of Matthew Shima, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Matthew Shima
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

14 Endorsements

Michelle Sargent
Michelle Sargent
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFTRYT-200
I have had the honor and pleasure of witnessing Matthew in action for the past 6 years. His work with clients, colleagues, and trainees is imbued with his calm and grounded energy, keen mind, and warm presence. I'm so glad to have him as a colleague!
Lily Truong
Lily Truong
MA
Matthew is a highly effective and incredibly insightful therapist and clinical supervisor. His grounding presence encourages the intentional practice of being in the here & now, and his approach is perfectly balanced with gentleness and directness.
Kerrie Jones
Kerrie Jones
Marriage & Family Therapist AssociateAMFTAPCC
I have been looking forward to working with Matthew from the moment he interviewed me for my internship. He's is a great supervisor with great insight! His clients are very lucky to have him!
Megan Plotkowski
Megan Plotkowski
Marriage & Family Therapist AssociateMAMSAMFTPhD
Matthew is a talented and insightful therapist and a respected supervisor and colleague.
Christina Kam
Christina Kam
Marriage & Family Therapist AssociateLMFT
Matthew has the ability to create a safe space to discuss and consult openly as an associate clinician. I always appreciate being able to participate in supervision authentically to have honest conversations.
Tuul Gantogtokh
Tuul Gantogtokh
Marriage & Family Therapist AssociateMAAMFT
Matthew creates a safe, respectful, and comfortable environment for his supervisees. His patience and presence not only provide us with support but also inspire a deeper curiosity to learn more about the subject.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Queer Allied

Ethnicity

Asian

I also speak

Conversational Japanese
Japanese

Religion

Buddhist

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Queer Allied

Ethnicity

Asian

I also speak

Conversational Japanese
Japanese

Religion

Buddhist

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Existential
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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A main focus of our work will be developing and expanding your capacity for awareness. Awareness of your thoughts, feelings, body sensations, facilitating clarity on your hopes & fears, likes & dislikes, strengths & resources, and relational patterns. We will use a creative and holistic approach of collaborative dialogue and experiential exercises to develop awareness and cultivate compassion.
Photo of Matthew Shima, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Matthew Shima
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
A main focus of our work will be developing and expanding your capacity for awareness. Awareness of your thoughts, feelings, body sensations, facilitating clarity on your hopes & fears, likes & dislikes, strengths & resources, and relational patterns. We will use a creative and holistic approach of collaborative dialogue and experiential exercises to develop awareness and cultivate compassion.
Photo of Matthew Shima, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Matthew Shima
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

Shima Therapy

2070 West Vineyard Street

Suite 2

Wailuku, HI 96793

Additional Location

Shima Therapy

Santa Monica, CA 90405

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I teach people to develop their skill of awareness and to hold their experience with kindness and care.
Photo of Matthew Shima, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Matthew Shima
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
"
I teach people to develop their skill of awareness and to hold their experience with kindness and care.
Photo of Matthew Shima, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Matthew Shima
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT