Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapists in Honolulu, HI
Founded by Anthony Goins and Dr. Edie Vajda, GoVa Hawaii's Counseling Center has established itself as a trusted provider of comprehensive mental health services in Honolulu. Our team of licensed psychologists and resident professionals brings decades of combined experience in addressing complex emotional challenges, relationship dynamics, and personal growth opportunities. We specialize in creating personalized therapy plans that integrate evidence-based practices with compassionate care, serving individuals, couples, families, and military dependents across Oahu.Our clinical team maintains active engagement with evolving therapeutic methodologies while prioritizing client-centered approaches that honor each person's unique journey. Through both in-person and telehealth modalities, we deliver services spanning anxiety management, trauma recovery, family systems work, and specialized care for LGBTQ+ communities. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through rigorous staff selection processes that ensure every clinician meets our standards for professional expertise and empathetic service delivery.
Services
Individual Therapy
Child Therapy
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Group Counseling
Telehealth Therapy
Teen Counseling
Military Support
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Anxiety Treatment
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized therapy plans tailored to individual needs
- Our team includes licensed psychologists with specialized expertise
- We provide both in-person and telehealth therapy options
- We specialize in trauma recovery and relationship counseling
- Our clinicians maintain ongoing professional development in evidence-based practices
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy sessions provide personalized mental health support tailored to your specific needs. Experienced clinicians use evidence-based techniques to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Sessions focus on developing coping strategies and promoting emotional growth through a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling helps partners improve communication and resolve relationship challenges. Our therapists address intimacy issues, conflict patterns, and emotional disconnects using proven therapeutic approaches. Sessions create safe spaces for honest dialogue and rebuilding connection between partners.
Family Therapy
Family therapy addresses relationship dynamics and communication patterns within households. Our clinicians help families navigate conflicts, life transitions, and behavioral challenges through structured sessions. The approach emphasizes understanding family systems and developing healthier interaction patterns across generations.
Telehealth Therapy
Telehealth therapy provides accessible mental health care through secure video platforms. This service maintains the same quality standards as in-person sessions while offering flexibility for remote clients. Sessions use encrypted technology to ensure privacy and continuity of care for Hawaii residents.
Trauma Recovery
Specialized trauma recovery programs address PTSD and complex trauma symptoms using evidence-based modalities. Therapists help clients process traumatic experiences and develop grounding techniques. Treatment plans integrate somatic approaches and cognitive restructuring to promote healing and resilience.
People
Anthony Goins
Executive Director
Co-founder with extensive mental health administration experience. Focuses on creating accessible therapy environments that combine clinical excellence with compassionate care delivery in Honolulu.
Dr. Edie Vajda
Clinical Director
Licensed clinical psychologist and co-founder who oversees clinical operations. Specializes in trauma-informed care and staff development, ensuring high standards of therapeutic practice across all counseling services provided.
Dr. Alistair Taylor
Clinical Psychologist
Experienced psychologist providing evidence-based therapy for complex mental health concerns. Specializes in anxiety disorders and chronic pain management while maintaining active involvement in professional psychological associations.
Dr. Gabrielle Toloza
Clinical Psychologist
Licensed therapist offering specialized counseling services for relationship issues and personal growth. Maintains current expertise in evidence-based therapeutic approaches while providing compassionate, client-centered care.
Dr. June Hurst-Jones
Clinical Psychologist
Experienced mental health professional delivering comprehensive therapy services. Specializes in trauma recovery and emotional regulation techniques while maintaining active engagement with evolving therapeutic methodologies.
Questions
What types of therapy services do you offer?
We provide individual therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, group sessions, and specialized programs for teens, military dependents, and LGBTQ+ individuals.
Do you offer telehealth therapy options?
Yes, we provide secure telehealth therapy through DoxyMe for clients who prefer remote sessions or live outside Oahu.
What mental health specialties do your therapists have?
Our clinicians specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma recovery, relationship counseling, chronic pain management, and coping skills development.
Are your therapists licensed professionals?
Yes, our team includes licensed psychologists, clinical directors, and resident professionals who maintain current credentials and continuing education.
