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Tracy Crowell
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Hilo, HI 96720
I use an integrative approach and commonly use cognitive behavioral therapy, insight therapy, psychoeducation, and mindfulness to understand the client's situation and work together with the client to find acceptable solutions for their problems.
My name is Tracy Crowell, and I am a licensed mental health professional and a nationally certified counselor. I am currently working on my doctoral degree in Psychology. My goal is to help individuals who are struggling with life's issues and challenges and implement coping strategies and insight that will help them find the solutions they are looking for to live a happier and more fulfilled life. The clients that I work with, that are a good fit for my style and approach of therapy, are young adults and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, relational issues, adjustment issues, and trauma.
I use an integrative approach and commonly use cognitive behavioral therapy, insight therapy, psychoeducation, and mindfulness to understand the client's situation and work together with the client to find acceptable solutions for their problems.
My name is Tracy Crowell, and I am a licensed mental health professional and a nationally certified counselor. I am currently working on my doctoral degree in Psychology. My goal is to help individuals who are struggling with life's issues and challenges and implement coping strategies and insight that will help them find the solutions they are looking for to live a happier and more fulfilled life. The clients that I work with, that are a good fit for my style and approach of therapy, are young adults and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, relational issues, adjustment issues, and trauma.
(808) 736-1064 View (808) 736-1064
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Max Murlin Dosland
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Makawao, HI 96768
I utilize a variety of tools and techniques with a focus on attachment (object relations) theory and internal family systems; as well as mindfulness based therapy.
I believe most people want the same things deep down. We want to feel safe, loved, understood, and fulfilled. Unfortunately, many of us have gone without these most basic needs. While we have found ways to survive, we are left with painful scars and wanting more. I believe 'more' is your right. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate, mindful space dedicated to you. I believe we all know what is best for ourselves; my goal is not to tell you what that is but rather to empower and support you along the way.
I utilize a variety of tools and techniques with a focus on attachment (object relations) theory and internal family systems; as well as mindfulness based therapy.
I believe most people want the same things deep down. We want to feel safe, loved, understood, and fulfilled. Unfortunately, many of us have gone without these most basic needs. While we have found ways to survive, we are left with painful scars and wanting more. I believe 'more' is your right. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate, mindful space dedicated to you. I believe we all know what is best for ourselves; my goal is not to tell you what that is but rather to empower and support you along the way.
(808) 746-3832 View (808) 746-3832
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Ashley Aaron
Counselor, MA , LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kamuela, HI 96743
I offer an eclectic approach utilizing EMDR, ACT, DBT, CBT, mindfulness, and equine-assisted EMDR to help you find relief and improve your overall quality of life.
Greetings! Chances are, if you're reading this, you are stuck in some form of suffering from which you cannot find a way out. The fact that you've made it here means that you have already taken the bravest, hardest steps on the journey toward change; recognizing that you need help, and finding the willingness to ask for it. I firmly believe that the answers you need are already within you; in my role as therapist, I act as a mirror through which you are able to connect to your own strengths, heal, and create a life worth living.
I offer an eclectic approach utilizing EMDR, ACT, DBT, CBT, mindfulness, and equine-assisted EMDR to help you find relief and improve your overall quality of life.
Greetings! Chances are, if you're reading this, you are stuck in some form of suffering from which you cannot find a way out. The fact that you've made it here means that you have already taken the bravest, hardest steps on the journey toward change; recognizing that you need help, and finding the willingness to ask for it. I firmly believe that the answers you need are already within you; in my role as therapist, I act as a mirror through which you are able to connect to your own strengths, heal, and create a life worth living.
(808) 201-7093 View (808) 201-7093
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Petra Parvati Meedt
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MA, MS
Verified Verified
Hilo, HI 96720
She has worked with immigrant children and adolescents at a Transition Shelter in Texas, where she developed and supervised a Mindfulness Intervention Center.
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.
She has worked with immigrant children and adolescents at a Transition Shelter in Texas, where she developed and supervised a Mindfulness Intervention Center.
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
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David Dolan
Counselor, LMHC, CSAC, NCC
Verified Verified
Makawao, HI 96768
With a primary focus on substance abuse and mental health, I am also a trauma specialist, mindfulness meditation instructor, shamanic healer, and reiki master.
Aloha! I specialize in the treatment of substance abuse and addictions of all kinds, mental health issues, including anxiety, depression and life transitions, and trauma treatment with somatic healing and Attachment Focused EMDR. If you are struggling with a substance abuse issue and are looking to work with a counselor one-on-one who deeply understands the struggles of addiction and the triumphs of recovery, we may be a good fit. I have been in long term recovery myself for many years and my combined training in psychotherapy and my personal experience place me in a unique position to be of service.
With a primary focus on substance abuse and mental health, I am also a trauma specialist, mindfulness meditation instructor, shamanic healer, and reiki master.
Aloha! I specialize in the treatment of substance abuse and addictions of all kinds, mental health issues, including anxiety, depression and life transitions, and trauma treatment with somatic healing and Attachment Focused EMDR. If you are struggling with a substance abuse issue and are looking to work with a counselor one-on-one who deeply understands the struggles of addiction and the triumphs of recovery, we may be a good fit. I have been in long term recovery myself for many years and my combined training in psychotherapy and my personal experience place me in a unique position to be of service.
(808) 201-3816 View (808) 201-3816
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John Ward
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, OIX
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Honolulu, HI 96814  (Online Only)
My practice is informed by a holistic orientation utilizing both the best in Western, psycho-somatic, and mindfulness therapies.
I provide video counseling and psychotherapy for individuals and couples. I help people like you feel better. Therapy supports the healing of traumas, depressions, anxieties, stress issues, relationship issues and much more.
My practice is informed by a holistic orientation utilizing both the best in Western, psycho-somatic, and mindfulness therapies.
I provide video counseling and psychotherapy for individuals and couples. I help people like you feel better. Therapy supports the healing of traumas, depressions, anxieties, stress issues, relationship issues and much more.
(808) 518-2854 View (808) 518-2854
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Joanne King Counseling, LLC - Ketamine Specialist
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Wailea, HI 96753
Joanne is a certified specialist in Ketamine, Mindfulness, and Brainspotting, therapeutic approaches for unlocking hidden potentials and promoting healing.
In life, we all encounter challenges that can leave us struggling with difficult emotions and feelings. During such moments of distress, seeking support and finding a guide to help navigate these emotions and discover a sense of purpose becomes crucial for personal growth and resilience. Life can be dramatically better by realizing that the key to joy and ease rests inside you. I can help you locate—and utilize—that place. Drawing upon scientifically proven techniques.
Joanne is a certified specialist in Ketamine, Mindfulness, and Brainspotting, therapeutic approaches for unlocking hidden potentials and promoting healing.
In life, we all encounter challenges that can leave us struggling with difficult emotions and feelings. During such moments of distress, seeking support and finding a guide to help navigate these emotions and discover a sense of purpose becomes crucial for personal growth and resilience. Life can be dramatically better by realizing that the key to joy and ease rests inside you. I can help you locate—and utilize—that place. Drawing upon scientifically proven techniques.
(808) 400-7358 View (808) 400-7358
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Timothy Liu
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Honolulu, HI 96813
I offer complementary treatment modalities, including mindfulness practices, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and hypnotherapy.
I am a licensed mental health counselor and graduate of Columbia University, and have been providing mental health services since 2006. My practice incorporates the client’s input and feedback, which in my experience is essential to achieving insight. I believe that the best therapy does not end with achieving insight, but should extend to helping my clients develop a practical plan for turning insight into action. My job isn’t complete until I have helped my clients foster the resilience and self-reliance necessary for managing daily challenges on their own.
I offer complementary treatment modalities, including mindfulness practices, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and hypnotherapy.
I am a licensed mental health counselor and graduate of Columbia University, and have been providing mental health services since 2006. My practice incorporates the client’s input and feedback, which in my experience is essential to achieving insight. I believe that the best therapy does not end with achieving insight, but should extend to helping my clients develop a practical plan for turning insight into action. My job isn’t complete until I have helped my clients foster the resilience and self-reliance necessary for managing daily challenges on their own.
(808) 207-7253 View (808) 207-7253
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Mindful Living Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Kihei, HI 96753
Therapeutic models used to create positive change are based in the unique needs of each individual and may include Hypnosis, TFCBT, BSP, EMDR, solution-focused, somatic awareness, MCBT, EFT, Medication Management, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic, Person-Centered, Existentialism & much more.
Offering video therapy sessions. Life is a journey. Sometimes at peaks and others valleys. In times of struggle, compassionate, effective therapy can help. If you're experiencing a life transition, struggling with isolation, depression, trauma, anxiety, sleep, having a hard time overcoming a life challenge, exploring spirituality or deeper meaning to life, feeling overly sensitive, experiencing relating challenges, struggling with purpose/direction, dealing with anxiety, communication problems, parenting, struggling with substance misuse, or wanting to connect more deeply to self or others, you are not alone. We are here to help.
Therapeutic models used to create positive change are based in the unique needs of each individual and may include Hypnosis, TFCBT, BSP, EMDR, solution-focused, somatic awareness, MCBT, EFT, Medication Management, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic, Person-Centered, Existentialism & much more.
Offering video therapy sessions. Life is a journey. Sometimes at peaks and others valleys. In times of struggle, compassionate, effective therapy can help. If you're experiencing a life transition, struggling with isolation, depression, trauma, anxiety, sleep, having a hard time overcoming a life challenge, exploring spirituality or deeper meaning to life, feeling overly sensitive, experiencing relating challenges, struggling with purpose/direction, dealing with anxiety, communication problems, parenting, struggling with substance misuse, or wanting to connect more deeply to self or others, you are not alone. We are here to help.
(808) 725-2130 x2 View (808) 725-2130 x2
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Neenel Kharb
Counselor, MS, LMHC, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Haiku, HI 96708  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I utilize evidence based practices placing special focus on body centered techniques such as mindfulness, somatic, and coping skills through yogic technologies.
Being human can be an incredible experience and also a challenging one. Having support through the journey can make alI the difference. I am here to assist you in better understanding yourself. Tending to your concerns, I will gently guide you to greater clarity, awareness, self confidence, and peace. My approach is person centered, I am here for you, ready to explore anything and everything that is ripe for healing. Beyond this approach, I also work to help you connect to your authentic self. Through the lense of compassion, we will locate the barriers that stand in the way of true fulfillment.
I utilize evidence based practices placing special focus on body centered techniques such as mindfulness, somatic, and coping skills through yogic technologies.
Being human can be an incredible experience and also a challenging one. Having support through the journey can make alI the difference. I am here to assist you in better understanding yourself. Tending to your concerns, I will gently guide you to greater clarity, awareness, self confidence, and peace. My approach is person centered, I am here for you, ready to explore anything and everything that is ripe for healing. Beyond this approach, I also work to help you connect to your authentic self. Through the lense of compassion, we will locate the barriers that stand in the way of true fulfillment.
(808) 468-7060 View (808) 468-7060
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Sarah Lou Warren
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Honolulu, HI 96813
I utilize EMDR, accessible mindfulness practices, somatic awareness, nonviolent communication, and breathwork.
I specialize in guiding women to step into their power to create lives of authenticity, joy, and purpose. When we have the right support to integrate experiences of trauma and embody a sense of safety and worthiness, we are better equipped to utilize discernment in our relationships and author the next chapter in our lives in alignment with our core values and desires. I would love to connect to see if I might be that support for you!
I utilize EMDR, accessible mindfulness practices, somatic awareness, nonviolent communication, and breathwork.
I specialize in guiding women to step into their power to create lives of authenticity, joy, and purpose. When we have the right support to integrate experiences of trauma and embody a sense of safety and worthiness, we are better equipped to utilize discernment in our relationships and author the next chapter in our lives in alignment with our core values and desires. I would love to connect to see if I might be that support for you!
(808) 427-0620 View (808) 427-0620
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Thomas Kirkham
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Hilo, HI 96720
personal mythology and dream-work, motivational interviewing, hypnosis, therapeutic use of breath, energy, and movement, mandala drawing, therapeutic group facilitation, mindfulness-based clinical interventions, cognitive behavioral therapy, shamanic psychology, yoga psychology, somatic psychology, eco-psychology, meditation and therapeutic rite of passage.
Tom is a Ph.D. student in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Consciousness, Spirituality, and Integrative Health at Saybrook University. Tom also received his MA in Humanistic and Transpersonal Psychology. Tom wrote his master's thesis on the therapeutic use of the circular art form known as mandalas. Tom earned his BA in Human Development at Prescott College. There he worked with the Prescott Unified School District to create recreation-based behavioral interventions for 8-10 year-olds diagnosed with ADHD.
personal mythology and dream-work, motivational interviewing, hypnosis, therapeutic use of breath, energy, and movement, mandala drawing, therapeutic group facilitation, mindfulness-based clinical interventions, cognitive behavioral therapy, shamanic psychology, yoga psychology, somatic psychology, eco-psychology, meditation and therapeutic rite of passage.
Tom is a Ph.D. student in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Consciousness, Spirituality, and Integrative Health at Saybrook University. Tom also received his MA in Humanistic and Transpersonal Psychology. Tom wrote his master's thesis on the therapeutic use of the circular art form known as mandalas. Tom earned his BA in Human Development at Prescott College. There he worked with the Prescott Unified School District to create recreation-based behavioral interventions for 8-10 year-olds diagnosed with ADHD.
(808) 419-3569 View (808) 419-3569
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Teresa Lathrop
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Honolulu, HI 96816
When working with individuals I also utilize cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and mindfulness approaches.
I have lived and worked in Hawaii for over 30 years, first working on Kauai, and for the past 25 years on Oahu. I am the first clinically licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State. I specialize in relationship counseling, but have significant experience and expertise in helping those with depression, anxiety, trauma recovery, and parent-adolescent issues. I see individuals, couples, and families in treatment. I am a teacher and supervisor of those studying to become marriage and family therapists. I teach Marriage and Family Therapy at the University of Hawaii.
When working with individuals I also utilize cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and mindfulness approaches.
I have lived and worked in Hawaii for over 30 years, first working on Kauai, and for the past 25 years on Oahu. I am the first clinically licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State. I specialize in relationship counseling, but have significant experience and expertise in helping those with depression, anxiety, trauma recovery, and parent-adolescent issues. I see individuals, couples, and families in treatment. I am a teacher and supervisor of those studying to become marriage and family therapists. I teach Marriage and Family Therapy at the University of Hawaii.
(808) 495-0192 View (808) 495-0192
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Sarah Slater Snyder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT-200
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Honolulu, HI 96814  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My passion is to support, nurture, and awaken the innate wisdom within each individual through a variety of evidenced based modalities, including mindfulness, meditation, cognitive reframing, behavior modification, self-care, and healthy coping strategies.
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, self-harm, sexual assault, body image, grief, bullying, trauma, or domestic abuse, you might need a safe space to share, to cry, to laugh, to heal, and to learn healthy strategies for coping with life’s challenges. I use a variety of cognitive-behavioral techniques, as well as humility, non-judgment, compassion, humor, and neuro-education as therapeutic tools for helping teens and adults to build a greater sense of self-awareness, trust, acceptance, confidence, and well-being in living their best life.
My passion is to support, nurture, and awaken the innate wisdom within each individual through a variety of evidenced based modalities, including mindfulness, meditation, cognitive reframing, behavior modification, self-care, and healthy coping strategies.
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, self-harm, sexual assault, body image, grief, bullying, trauma, or domestic abuse, you might need a safe space to share, to cry, to laugh, to heal, and to learn healthy strategies for coping with life’s challenges. I use a variety of cognitive-behavioral techniques, as well as humility, non-judgment, compassion, humor, and neuro-education as therapeutic tools for helping teens and adults to build a greater sense of self-awareness, trust, acceptance, confidence, and well-being in living their best life.
(808) 670-1752 View (808) 670-1752
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Dr. Stephanie Bathurst
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCMFT, CKCT, CPLC, CIMHP
Verified Verified
Haleiwa, HI 96712
As a PhD Sexologist and award-winning Therapist, my passion is rebuilding connection and intimacy for couples or multi-person partnerships who have lost one another. I am a Certified Integrative Medicine Specialist for Mental Health. I offer a holistic and herbal approach to treating mental health disorders while eclectically integrating traditional treatment models that are evidence-based for a whole-system approach that amplifies effect. LCMFT licensed in MD, VA, HI, FL! Clinical Coaching and alternative healing offering in other states. Trained in the following: EF-cT, Gottman, EMDR, NVC, CBT, Mindfulness, Sex Therapy, Tapping
As a PhD Sexologist and award-winning Therapist, my passion is rebuilding connection and intimacy for couples or multi-person partnerships who have lost one another. I am a Certified Integrative Medicine Specialist for Mental Health. I offer a holistic and herbal approach to treating mental health disorders while eclectically integrating traditional treatment models that are evidence-based for a whole-system approach that amplifies effect. LCMFT licensed in MD, VA, HI, FL! Clinical Coaching and alternative healing offering in other states. Trained in the following: EF-cT, Gottman, EMDR, NVC, CBT, Mindfulness, Sex Therapy, Tapping
(808) 736-6448 View (808) 736-6448
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Nancy Morgan
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Kihei, HI 96753
I love doing this work and strive to bring integrative treatment modalities such as Cognitive-behavioral/Mindfulness based practices, Narrative therapy, EMDR, EFT, and solution focused therapy, suited for your needs.
I have worked with a broad spectrum of emotional problems that affect mental health and I have a perspective that includes the interconnectedness of body, mind and spirit. I honor your uniqueness and approach this work together with curiosity. I am committed to providing a safe, respectful, empathic, nonjudgmental setting to explore your issues together. Distress can be lessened with effective strategies and new skills. My specialized, client-centered approach allows for a connection with my clients where there is a focus on insight, goals and change.
I love doing this work and strive to bring integrative treatment modalities such as Cognitive-behavioral/Mindfulness based practices, Narrative therapy, EMDR, EFT, and solution focused therapy, suited for your needs.
I have worked with a broad spectrum of emotional problems that affect mental health and I have a perspective that includes the interconnectedness of body, mind and spirit. I honor your uniqueness and approach this work together with curiosity. I am committed to providing a safe, respectful, empathic, nonjudgmental setting to explore your issues together. Distress can be lessened with effective strategies and new skills. My specialized, client-centered approach allows for a connection with my clients where there is a focus on insight, goals and change.
(808) 518-2103 View (808) 518-2103
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Joy Gallina
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Haiku, HI 96708  (Online Only)
I love to use laughter and compassion in my work, and utilize research proven, mindfulness-based modalities such as EMDR and Internal Family Systems.
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.
I love to use laughter and compassion in my work, and utilize research proven, mindfulness-based modalities such as EMDR and Internal Family Systems.
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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Cherina Hsia
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Honolulu, HI 96825
I am also dedicated to providing services to Veterans, Service Members, and their families integrating culturally sensitive, evidenced-based, and mindfulness-based interventions to meet your needs and to foster emotional wellness.
We all have had difficult issues arise in our lives. Whether you are dealing with trauma issues, challenges with addiction (individual, partner, or family member), adverse psychological symptoms, grief over the loss of a loved one, or a relationship that is not working for you anymore... you are not alone. I am here to take this journey with you to bring about positive, meaningful change. Our relationship will be a holistic journey. It will be safe, strength based, and collaborative. I am passionate about working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
I am also dedicated to providing services to Veterans, Service Members, and their families integrating culturally sensitive, evidenced-based, and mindfulness-based interventions to meet your needs and to foster emotional wellness.
We all have had difficult issues arise in our lives. Whether you are dealing with trauma issues, challenges with addiction (individual, partner, or family member), adverse psychological symptoms, grief over the loss of a loved one, or a relationship that is not working for you anymore... you are not alone. I am here to take this journey with you to bring about positive, meaningful change. Our relationship will be a holistic journey. It will be safe, strength based, and collaborative. I am passionate about working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
(808) 201-2580 View (808) 201-2580
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Brenda Lagrimas
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Wailuku, HI 96793
I utilize a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help navigate through life's difficulties, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Informed CBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, Mindfulness, and Strengths-Based Therapy.
Hello! I am Brenda Lagrimas and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I have dedicated my career to helping individuals overcome mental health challenges and promoting psychological well-being. I deliver warm and supportive trauma-informed care to my clients. I will create a safe space for you to express your feelings, thoughts, and emotions. I specialize in trauma-related disorders (PTSD), complex trauma, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and self-esteem issues. I work with adults, adolescents, and preteens of all cultures.
I utilize a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help navigate through life's difficulties, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Informed CBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, Mindfulness, and Strengths-Based Therapy.
Hello! I am Brenda Lagrimas and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I have dedicated my career to helping individuals overcome mental health challenges and promoting psychological well-being. I deliver warm and supportive trauma-informed care to my clients. I will create a safe space for you to express your feelings, thoughts, and emotions. I specialize in trauma-related disorders (PTSD), complex trauma, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and self-esteem issues. I work with adults, adolescents, and preteens of all cultures.
(808) 818-7934 View (808) 818-7934
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Melissa Sipolt, MA, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kailua, HI 96734  (Online Only)
I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and I draw from a wide variety of interventions, including traditional talk therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness techniques and mind-body modalities to facilitate healing.
Making the decision to begin therapy/counseling is a big step, and I truly understand and respect the bravery and vulnerability that it takes for clients to reach out to a prospective therapist. Over the past 23 years, I have successfully helped thousands of individual adults, adolescents, children, couples and families to heal from issues related to anxiety, depression, difficulty concentrating, family and couple relationships, divorce, infertility, parenting, adoption, addiction, self-esteem, bullying, life transitions, grief, trauma, and adverse childhood events.
I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and I draw from a wide variety of interventions, including traditional talk therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness techniques and mind-body modalities to facilitate healing.
Making the decision to begin therapy/counseling is a big step, and I truly understand and respect the bravery and vulnerability that it takes for clients to reach out to a prospective therapist. Over the past 23 years, I have successfully helped thousands of individual adults, adolescents, children, couples and families to heal from issues related to anxiety, depression, difficulty concentrating, family and couple relationships, divorce, infertility, parenting, adoption, addiction, self-esteem, bullying, life transitions, grief, trauma, and adverse childhood events.
(808) 400-1544 View (808) 400-1544
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists

How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.

When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?

If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behavior through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.

What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?

This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviors and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.

Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?

Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.