Imago Therapists in Wailea, HI
David Alan Litman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wailea, HI 96753
People come to me for many reasons. For some, they are overall doing well in their life, but feel that there's something going on inside that's keeping them from reaching their full potential and finding true happiness and fulfillment. Others are actively experiencing challenges in their life and are open to receiving support, while still others are in real pain, and are looking for relief and help with that.
People come to me for many reasons. For some, they are overall doing well in their life, but feel that there's something going on inside that's keeping them from reaching their full potential and finding true happiness and fulfillment. Others are actively experiencing challenges in their life and are open to receiving support, while still others are in real pain, and are looking for relief and help with that.
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Michelle PonTell Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, CCTP
Verified Verified
Kahului, HI 96732
When it comes to making meaningful life changes, there are things that work and things that don't. If you feel like you've tried everything - or are desperate to try something new and don't know where to start - I can help. If you or a loved one are facing challenges at work, school, in relationships, with health, or simply feel overwhelmed and exhausted by the demands of daily living, there is help available. If you are looking for solutions that work, you've come to the right place. I use evidence-based techniques for real, rapid, observable change.
When it comes to making meaningful life changes, there are things that work and things that don't. If you feel like you've tried everything - or are desperate to try something new and don't know where to start - I can help. If you or a loved one are facing challenges at work, school, in relationships, with health, or simply feel overwhelmed and exhausted by the demands of daily living, there is help available. If you are looking for solutions that work, you've come to the right place. I use evidence-based techniques for real, rapid, observable change.
AlohaConcepts.com
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, Ph,D, CCP
Verified Verified
Kihei, HI 96753 (Online Only)
Dr. Annie Vance, MFT can be reached at www.AlohaConcepts.com. Phone 808-740 4288 or 805-573-1950. Annie works with Couples and Individuals to make relationships more satisfactory for both partners. She has had extensive training and experience offer you: check out her website at AlohaConcepts.com. She works in Lahaina mostly, and by video conference with patients from California and the other Hawaiian Islands. She also is available for EAP sessions from your employer.
Dr. Annie Vance, MFT can be reached at www.AlohaConcepts.com. Phone 808-740 4288 or 805-573-1950. Annie works with Couples and Individuals to make relationships more satisfactory for both partners. She has had extensive training and experience offer you: check out her website at AlohaConcepts.com. She works in Lahaina mostly, and by video conference with patients from California and the other Hawaiian Islands. She also is available for EAP sessions from your employer.
Patricia Covici
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Kihei, HI 96753
Many people experience a deep sense of longing often described as a feeling of emptiness. What we use to fix or fill that emptiness can begin addictive processes like alcoholism, love addiction, and codependency. My approach is to meet that longing with compassion, understanding and love. Often the problem that causes us discomfort is an old way of coping that a part of us believes we need. Together we find the meaning that is generating or keeping the presenting symptom or problem in place and then move to swiftly create positive lasting change.
Many people experience a deep sense of longing often described as a feeling of emptiness. What we use to fix or fill that emptiness can begin addictive processes like alcoholism, love addiction, and codependency. My approach is to meet that longing with compassion, understanding and love. Often the problem that causes us discomfort is an old way of coping that a part of us believes we need. Together we find the meaning that is generating or keeping the presenting symptom or problem in place and then move to swiftly create positive lasting change.
Niyaso Christine Carter
Verified Verified
Makawao, HI 96768
I see my role as that of an assistant to the client, a wise, skilled, kind and compassionate support. I want to help you do the healing, opening and learning that you are already doing as fast and as easy as possible, with as little suffering as possible. Well being and joy is in our original blueprint, it is natural that we seek -and find- happiness, vitality, balance and health. Often we can do it on our own, but sometimes we need a little support. As humans we are meant to get support and different, more expanded perspectives from others. That's how we learn, grow and thrive. Seeking input is a sign of maturity, not weakness.
I see my role as that of an assistant to the client, a wise, skilled, kind and compassionate support. I want to help you do the healing, opening and learning that you are already doing as fast and as easy as possible, with as little suffering as possible. Well being and joy is in our original blueprint, it is natural that we seek -and find- happiness, vitality, balance and health. Often we can do it on our own, but sometimes we need a little support. As humans we are meant to get support and different, more expanded perspectives from others. That's how we learn, grow and thrive. Seeking input is a sign of maturity, not weakness.
Mary H Dodd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kula, HI 96790
Not accepting new clients
With over 40 years of experience, I am a good match for many types of clients. However, I’m especially helpful to those experiencing life transitions that are difficult and who are open to adding a counselor to their team. My areas of expertise are : Aging, Parenting issues, Mental/Emotional Health Concerns, Relationship challenges/Couples Counseling and processing Grief and Loss from disease, moving, animal loss or sudden death.
With over 40 years of experience, I am a good match for many types of clients. However, I’m especially helpful to those experiencing life transitions that are difficult and who are open to adding a counselor to their team. My areas of expertise are : Aging, Parenting issues, Mental/Emotional Health Concerns, Relationship challenges/Couples Counseling and processing Grief and Loss from disease, moving, animal loss or sudden death.
Online Therapists
Weston Zichittella
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Kailua, HI 96734
We all encounter difficult times in life. Fortunately, the loneliness, pain, loss, and stress that we experience within these times are not permanent. They are not the end of the story. Rather, it is in our nature to overcome the difficulties and adversity that we are faced with. A deeper knowing, softer heart, and inner strength await on the other side. While facing our struggles independently of others has its value, wisdom lies in recognizing the importance of trusting in safe relationships to help us through the difficult times that we face.
We all encounter difficult times in life. Fortunately, the loneliness, pain, loss, and stress that we experience within these times are not permanent. They are not the end of the story. Rather, it is in our nature to overcome the difficulties and adversity that we are faced with. A deeper knowing, softer heart, and inner strength await on the other side. While facing our struggles independently of others has its value, wisdom lies in recognizing the importance of trusting in safe relationships to help us through the difficult times that we face.
Jemma Cannon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CSAC
Verified Verified
Paia, HI 96779
Jemma earned a Masters in Counseling Psychology with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pacifica Graduate Institute in Santa Barbara in 2011. She is also an Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ICADC) and CADC-II.
Jemma earned a Masters in Counseling Psychology with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pacifica Graduate Institute in Santa Barbara in 2011. She is also an Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ICADC) and CADC-II.
Kellie Johnsen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kailua, HI 96734 (Online Only)
Frustrated that life is NOT what you planned? Maybe you're scared of this change and what it means for your future. Perhaps you're keeping a secret that is keeping you from your partner? Or you have a burning need to understand why you do what you do? If this sounds familiar, I promise, you're not alone. You're not broken or bad... You are a human facing a big change (or the need for one). The truth is, everyone deserves a person that they can talk to about A.N.Y.T.H.I.N.G. including you!
Frustrated that life is NOT what you planned? Maybe you're scared of this change and what it means for your future. Perhaps you're keeping a secret that is keeping you from your partner? Or you have a burning need to understand why you do what you do? If this sounds familiar, I promise, you're not alone. You're not broken or bad... You are a human facing a big change (or the need for one). The truth is, everyone deserves a person that they can talk to about A.N.Y.T.H.I.N.G. including you!
Caroline Culverhouse
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW, ERYT, CGP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waimea, HI 96743
I am delighted you found me! I am here to work with you on whatever issues and potentials for growth you'd like to explore. I work holistically-mind-body-spirit. I am a licensed LCSW in the states of Hawaii and Pennsylvania as well as a certified psychoanalytic psychotherapist, certified group psychotherapist and certified clinical trauma professional. I work with children, teens and adults. For more info on me and my specialties please visit www.hOMePYM.com and www.integrative-awakening.com
I am delighted you found me! I am here to work with you on whatever issues and potentials for growth you'd like to explore. I work holistically-mind-body-spirit. I am a licensed LCSW in the states of Hawaii and Pennsylvania as well as a certified psychoanalytic psychotherapist, certified group psychotherapist and certified clinical trauma professional. I work with children, teens and adults. For more info on me and my specialties please visit www.hOMePYM.com and www.integrative-awakening.com
Lilia Ramil
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Kailua, HI 96734
As a pre-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am eager to support men and women of all ages and backgrounds. Each one of us face unique and personal challenges. It can cause confusion and despair to have to go through it alone. I would like to offer myself up as as a listener, an ally and as a personal advocate. My role is to help you navigate complicated thoughts, feelings or relationships and find ways to approach these challenges with renewed hope and energy.
As a pre-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am eager to support men and women of all ages and backgrounds. Each one of us face unique and personal challenges. It can cause confusion and despair to have to go through it alone. I would like to offer myself up as as a listener, an ally and as a personal advocate. My role is to help you navigate complicated thoughts, feelings or relationships and find ways to approach these challenges with renewed hope and energy.
Melissa Sipolt, MA, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kailua, HI 96734 (Online Only)
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.
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.
Dr. River Marilou Penner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, ASL
Verified Verified
Haiku, HI 96708
The focus of counselling is to address what the client wants more of in his/her life. Most of the time the goal is to feel happier. As your counsellor I will provide a space and venue for patterns to be revealed and unconscious beliefs to be addressed. The results will be a greater sense of personal power in creating a life of contentment and choice.The conversation we have in the therapeutic environment is a purposeful one, it is about what works, what does not work and the strategies needed to shift from discontentment to contentment.
The focus of counselling is to address what the client wants more of in his/her life. Most of the time the goal is to feel happier. As your counsellor I will provide a space and venue for patterns to be revealed and unconscious beliefs to be addressed. The results will be a greater sense of personal power in creating a life of contentment and choice.The conversation we have in the therapeutic environment is a purposeful one, it is about what works, what does not work and the strategies needed to shift from discontentment to contentment.
The Journey Therapy IOP
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, CEDS, BCN
Verified Verified
Kailua, HI 96734 (Online Only)
Are you exhausted from your obsessive thoughts about food and body image? Feeling defeated by ED behaviors? With over 20 years in this field, let me teach you the most effective skills that I've identified through the years needed to recover from your ED fully. These skills are found in my book ("An Integrative Approach to Treating Eating Disorders: 9 Foundational Skills for a Lasting Recovery" available on Amazon.) You will learn the function of the disorder, address, and heal unresolved distressful underlying issues, and you'll learn to utilize foundational skills to replace old patterns for full ED recovery.
Are you exhausted from your obsessive thoughts about food and body image? Feeling defeated by ED behaviors? With over 20 years in this field, let me teach you the most effective skills that I've identified through the years needed to recover from your ED fully. These skills are found in my book ("An Integrative Approach to Treating Eating Disorders: 9 Foundational Skills for a Lasting Recovery" available on Amazon.) You will learn the function of the disorder, address, and heal unresolved distressful underlying issues, and you'll learn to utilize foundational skills to replace old patterns for full ED recovery.
Sophia Hoskins
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kailua Kona, HI 96740
Hi. My name is Sophia Hoskins, and I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My counseling style is pretty laid-back. I have been described as supportive, caring, and compassionate, with a pretty good sense of humor. I like to focus on identifying your strengths and helping you to maximize them to overcome your obstacles. I'm here to help you sort through the things that may be difficult right now and offer you a safe place to be open and honest without fear of judgment. I believe therapy is just support and everyone deserves support at some point in their lives.
Hi. My name is Sophia Hoskins, and I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. My counseling style is pretty laid-back. I have been described as supportive, caring, and compassionate, with a pretty good sense of humor. I like to focus on identifying your strengths and helping you to maximize them to overcome your obstacles. I'm here to help you sort through the things that may be difficult right now and offer you a safe place to be open and honest without fear of judgment. I believe therapy is just support and everyone deserves support at some point in their lives.
Jina Uyeda
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CSAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Honolulu, HI 96814 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am wholistic, systems based, Licensed Marriage and Family therapist and Certified Substance Abuse Counselor. I am fluent in Korean. I provide Substance Abuse Assessments and early intervention education. I work with families, couples, individuals and children. I have experience working with trauma, depression, dual diagnosis, children with autism, ADHD, and ADD.I have training in play therapy, EMDR, Gottman methods and mindfulness based treatment modalities. I have also worked as a domestic violence advocate for the Navy and worked with military families.
I am wholistic, systems based, Licensed Marriage and Family therapist and Certified Substance Abuse Counselor. I am fluent in Korean. I provide Substance Abuse Assessments and early intervention education. I work with families, couples, individuals and children. I have experience working with trauma, depression, dual diagnosis, children with autism, ADHD, and ADD.I have training in play therapy, EMDR, Gottman methods and mindfulness based treatment modalities. I have also worked as a domestic violence advocate for the Navy and worked with military families.
Julia Hengst
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kahului, HI 96732 (Online Only)
Traditional talk therapy not enough? Are you interested to access more of your spiritual, mental, emotional and physical resources? Combining Western psychology with alternative/eastern wisdom, I can help you learn how to handle the enormous stresses life often entails in a compassionate, warm and body-centered way. My specialties include: relationship patterns, deep family patterns, shamanic counseling, reclaiming lost parts of yourself, attachment theory. Creative, engaging and efficient, this work will empower you to explore your mind freely. The more we know our own mind, the more we become the driver rather than the driven.
Traditional talk therapy not enough? Are you interested to access more of your spiritual, mental, emotional and physical resources? Combining Western psychology with alternative/eastern wisdom, I can help you learn how to handle the enormous stresses life often entails in a compassionate, warm and body-centered way. My specialties include: relationship patterns, deep family patterns, shamanic counseling, reclaiming lost parts of yourself, attachment theory. Creative, engaging and efficient, this work will empower you to explore your mind freely. The more we know our own mind, the more we become the driver rather than the driven.
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Imago Therapists
How does Imago therapy work?
Imago relationship therapy is a form of couples counseling meant to help partners address conflict, communication problems, and related issues. Imago sessions typically involve couples sitting facing each other and participating in guided conversations. Therapy will also involve exercises such as re-imagining one’s partner as a wounded child; re-romanticizing a relationship through appreciation, surprises, and even gift-giving and restructuring frustrations by transforming complaints into requests. The ultimate goal is to re-envision the relationship as a source of safety and happiness.
What is the Imago method?
A core technique of Imago therapy is the Imago dialogue, in which partners learn to avoid hurtful statements and establish ways to interact based on each having equal space and power. In the dialogue, partners take turns as the “sender,” who shares their thoughts, and the “receiver.” The receiver is asked to “mirror,” or paraphrase, what their partner has said, without response or rebuttal, and then validate their statements, acknowledging understanding even if they do not personally agree with it. Finally, the receiver displays empathy by stating what they imagine the other is feeling, and showing appreciation for it.
How long does Imago therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for Imago therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core techniques of Imago coaching, some couples quickly make progress, but most should expect sessions to extend for months, encompassing at least 12 to 20 sessions, along with extensive “homework” from their therapist.
Does Imago therapy work?
There is limited empirical evidence to support the benefits of Imago therapy, but some smaller studies suggest that it does help couples, at least in the short-term. A 2017 study found that marital satisfaction increased significantly after couples completed 12 sessions of Imago therapy, and remained higher for some time after that, but did not always result in “complete recovery.” Other studies found greater empathy and fewer feelings of relationship burnout in couples after therapy. Some research suggests that Imago therapy can aid individuals as well as couples; people with ADHD in particular may benefit from the development of communication, self-control, and listening skills that form the basis of the technique.