Aloha and welcome! I look forward to working together to develop an approach to your challenges and your growth that is unique to you and embedded in cultural humility. I have experience and training in a wide range of approaches including CBT, trauma focused therapies, IFS informed treatment, somatic approaches, and others (see below). I have worked at numerous agencies on Oahu including the VA, Kaiser Permanente, Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center, and the Sex Abuse Treatment Center (part of Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children). I will collaborate with you to customize therapy for you and how you work. As part of your your therapy, you may want to learn or strengthen practices, such as breath work, mindfulness, sitting and moving forms of meditation, trauma informed movement, and relaxation. These practices help decrease inflammation, improve the immune system, and manage stress. I can also help with building and strengthening wellness in your life. Even thinking about therapy for some is a big step, and making the initial contact can also be a big moment for many. This is common. We can get started with a free phone consultation. You can reach me at the confidential number provided here, and we can discuss what your hopes are for therapy and answer your questions. I look forward to talking with you!
Qualifications: | Colorado State University |
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Academic Suffixes: | PhD |
Expertise: | Anxiety, Coping Skills, Depression, Grief, Life Coaching, Life Transitions, Other, Parenting, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Sleep or Insomnia, Stress, Transgender, Trauma and PTSD |