Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Hawaii

Hi. Thanks for considering me for someone to talk with about your life, concerns and

desires. I have a Masters in Transformational Counseling and a Doctorate in Clinical

Psychology. I have been counseling for 18 years and consider it a honor to be in a helping profession. I am trained in Emotional Freedom Technique (Tapping), Emotion Code and

Body Code. However, I often take the role of coach and cheerleader for a person,

focusing on positive progress through setting small, achieveable goals and seeing them to

completion, thus increasing satisfaction with life.

Aloha, my name is Akoni Kanaele. I provide compassionate, culturally responsive support that is trauma informed. I strive to create a safe and nonjudgmental environment. I work with individuals navigating stress, relationships, life transitions, emotional challenges, and personal growth. My approach focuses on building on each client’s strengths, developing practical coping skills, and creating meaningful, positive change.

Hi. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. These are challenging times and I would love to be of support in helping you cope with anxiety, stress management, and life transitions. Building a trusting and supportive relationship is a primary component of my therapeutic practice and can be done using Tele Health video sessions from home. When making life decisions regarding how to best move forward, it can be extremely helpful to get an impartial, outside perspective. I have over four decades of experience in working with individuals, couples, and families and am accepting new clients at this time.

I am committed to step into your story of pain and help you to rewrite a story of renewal and hope. For fourteen years I have journeyed with clients overcoming sexual, physical and emotional abuse, neglect, car accidents, divorce, foster care, abandonment, anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, blended family issues, intimacy/emotional disconnection in couples, and infidelity. After working with me, clients were able to identify their strengths, uncover negative core beliefs, and draw closer to their loved ones.

I've been a psychologist for over 10 years. I have practiced in different places across, the U.S., including Seattle, Hawai'i, and now Wilmington the past few years. I truly enjoy what I do. I believe working on your mental health makes life more satisfying, myself included. I work with adults from a variety of backgrounds, Common reasons people see me include: anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, men's issues, and substance use.