Therapists in Honolulu, HI

"As one of the clinical psychologists at Hawaii Counseling and Wellness Center, Dr. Lu works with clients of all ages, through individual, couples, and family therapy. Depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues are among her clinical specialties. Dr. Lu has training in couples and family as well as emotion focused models. Dr. Lu utilizes an integrative approach to therapy that incorporates relational, cognitive behavioral, and strength based methods actively tailored to the individual, couple, or family."

Welcome and thank you for viewing my profile. I am a Clinical Psychologist in private practice, working with adults ages 21 - 64. I provide individual psychotherapy for depression, anxiety, panic attacks, relationship problems, low self-esteem, grief/loss, women's issues including postpartum disorders and infertility, stress management, and adjustment issues/life transitions.

If you believe you are dealing with stress, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, substance abuse, depression or just need someone to talk things through with, let's work together and find a lasting solution. I can help to achieve this by providing a neutral safe space and listening to your needs. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Substance Abuse Counselor in the State of Hawaii, my focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths.

Are you a working professional who feels like you should have it all “figured out” by now, and can’t understand why you’re not enjoying life? Or maybe you know why you’re unhappy, and need an outlet to express yourself and process through life's daily frustrations. You worry about burdening your friends or family with your problems (“They don’t need me to pile on.”), which results in holding it in and feeling alone. Together we explore what brings you to therapy, and work towards helping change what can be changed, and finding resolve with what can't. We also work to manage your reactions while seeking to understand your emotions.

I am a compassionate and astute therapist with over 30 years experience. Together we can explore and address all of the painful feelings and patterns that interfere with achieving happiness and effectiveness. Feelings and experiences of depression, confusion, helplessness, grief, rage,etc., can all be understood and can change.Self destructive patterns in relationshiips can be understood and worked through. Struggles with addictive and impulsive behavior can be helped enormously by working together. I work carefully and individually and really can help you to be more effective in your struggles for better self esteem and a better life.

I value the diversity in all human beings. For each client, I try to open my mind and heart to understanding your experiences as fully as possible - your strengths, difficulties, your desire for change. It's important to know the context of your life - how individual, familial, and societal influences impact your situation. I work toward helping clients make and find meaning in their choices, to build strength even in the face of adversity. I have a lot of compassion for people, and can accompany you with kindness through the sometimes painful journey of working through tough issues.

A holistic approach to mental health will bring you lasting transformation! If you are seeking new strategies on how to change by processing and neutralizing past traumas, shutting off old negative self-talk, transmuting depressive thinking, guilt, shame, anxiety and any limited thinking that has blocked you from your desired goals, we look forward to connecting with you. In a safe earthy environment, we provide you with multiple tools for your desired change. Our ultimate goal is to empower you with vibrant health, inner peace and success! We are committed to L.I.F.E. - Living Integrated & Full of Energy!

Aloha! I am a bilingual (Tagalog & English) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Honolulu with over 8 years of experience. My experience involves working with individuals with mild to severe and persistent mental illness (Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia,PTSD, and Substance Abuse). I have also worked with individuals with a wide range of issues including anxiety, stress related to work , and relationship issues.

Welcome! I offer expert mental health counseling to women, men, teens, couples & families facing psychological and relational challenges. If you've been feeling anxious, angry, low, in pain or overwhelmed, therapy can help you in real and lasting ways. Maybe you could use help with your relationship, family, work life, or future plans. We humans benefit greatly from being listened to, heard, and understood. I offer you safe space and deep knowledge in the areas of human psychology, mental health, and relationship dynamics. Sessions take place via video or out of doors. Reach out now with questions or to schedule an initial session.

I believe in a holistic, solution-focused, behavioral, systemic approach to therapy that addresses mind, body and soul to achieve clear goals in therapy. I will allow you to process in an environment that promotes safety. Should you chose to work with me we will collaborate to address areas of your life that keep you stuck and get you to a place of self-esteem and acceptance. My specialties include but are not limited to: Depression, PTSD, anxiety, OCD, childhood/adult trauma, sex abuse, relationship problems, low self-esteem, addiction issues and any other concerns keeping you from living life to your full potential.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist on Oahu providing individual, couples, and family psychotherapy. I take a collaborative approach to therapy, working together with my clients to help empower, strengthen, and enhance their lives with goals of increasing self-awareness so that they can make meaningful changes in the way they relate to others, function in the world, and see themselves. I offer a safe and supportive environment for change and believe establishing a trusting relationship with my clients is one of the main elements of therapeutic success.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist who was born and raised on Oahu. I received my doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Pacific University in Oregon. Being raised with local culture and values has informed my approach to therapy. I enjoy working with adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, life transitions, substance use, and relationship difficulties. I use cognitive-behavioral, acceptance-based, culturally-informed and integrative approaches. I have training certifications in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and CBT for Substance Use Disorders.

I've worked with clients addressing stressful life transitions, relationship challenges, domestic or intimate partner abuse, and grief. Clients have approached therapy with different levels of experience, including newcomers, returning after a break, or those mandated by court. Throughout these interactions, compassion, kindness, and self-acceptance have been consistent elements. I collaborate with clients right from the start, providing 15 to 30 minutes of consultation to listen to your concerns, address any questions, and offer referrals if I'm not the best match for your needs.

As a therapist, I prioritize the creation of a safe and nurturing space for my clients, where they feel heard, understood, and respected. I place great emphasis on the client-therapist relationship, recognizing it as a vital cornerstone of the therapeutic process. I believe that by fostering a trusting and supportive environment, clients can feel empowered to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences openly and authentically. My approach is rooted in the belief that by confronting the root causes of our challenges, we can create lasting change and cultivate a deeper sense of self-awareness and resilience.

Experiencing painful feelings or distress in a relationship, work, in life, perhaps along with low mood or too much tension? I am interested in your story. It is natural to feel overwhelmed at times and it is not a sign of weak character to seek help. In a safe environment, as we explore the internal conflicts and patterns that get in the way of living fully, healing and change can result. Insight can also emerge from actions taken in life - what it is that you do and how you do it - and this is also explored in therapy.

I currently offer psychotherapy for individuals and welcome those in the LGBT community. I provide an environment that is supportive and non-judgmental. In individual therapy, I work with you to help build the foundation you need for a more satisfying relationship with yourself and others. Often times we feel misunderstood or not seen. I strive to provide a safe space for an individual to feel both heard and seen.

I believe that the core of successful psychotherapy lies in creating a safe place for you to talk about things that are truly important in your life. I was born and raised in Hawaii and feel that I'm able to identify with the concerns and experiences you may have in our multi-cultural environment. In addition to my doctorate in psychology, I have advanced degrees in Education and Theological Studies. I value and respect the strength that your own cultural and religious/spiritual values and faith can provide.

I provide services throughout the state of Hawai’i, all islands are welcomed! I know finding a therapist can be a daunting task. I hope this profile will help you take the first step in prioritizing your emotional wellbeing to live a more meaningful life. The most important aspect of therapy is the relationship between you and I. My approach to therapy is focused on the unique needs of the individual and/or the family from a person-centered/ humanistic lens. My therapeutic foundation is centered on my cultural background, and built upon the platform of Lōkahi.

I have enjoyed over 20 years of working with a diverse range of clients of all ages, addressing multiple needs in various settings. While creating a safe and supportive environment, my work with clients is collaborative; assisting clients to feel empowered and inspired to face challenges and embrace change, helping clients define their meaning of recovery, and developing goals specific to clients' needs. Areas of focus include: Life transitions such as marriage, family planning, new career, retirement, death; relationship issues, military family challenges, trauma, anxiety and mood disorders.