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Your Trusted Mental Health Partner in Honolulu
At Hawaii Counseling & Wellness Center, we are dedicated to enhancing community well-being by providing accessible therapeutic services and empowering individuals through psychological expertise. Our team delivers affordable, personalized psychotherapy tailored to the unique needs of children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups. We prioritize authentic, compassionate interactions that foster hope, resilience, and transformative life changes. Located in downtown Honolulu at Bishop Square, our central location ensures convenience for clients across Oahu. We offer flexible scheduling to accommodate diverse lifestyles and professional commitments. Our services address a wide spectrum of challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship conflicts, life transitions, and chronic stress. We also provide specialized support for parenting challenges, gender and sexuality issues, and multicultural concerns.Our therapists are trained to work with clients facing academic pressures, substance use, and emotional regulation difficulties. Through ongoing education and training programs, we contribute to the professional development of mental health practitioners while maintaining a client-centered approach. Our commitment to quality care is reflected in our collaborative treatment planning process, which involves clients in setting goals and selecting therapeutic strategies. We emphasize the critical role of family involvement in child and adolescent therapy, ensuring comprehensive support systems. By integrating evidence-based practices with cultural sensitivity, we serve as a trusted resource for mental health and wellness in Hawaii.
Services
Couples Therapy
Adult Individual Therapy
Child Individual Therapy
Family Therapy
Adolescent Therapy
Group Therapy
Trauma Counseling
Anger Management
Career Counseling
Parenting Support
Highlights and features
- We offer affordable, individually tailored psychotherapy for all age groups
- Our therapists specialize in trauma recovery and relationship counseling
- We provide flexible appointment scheduling to accommodate busy lifestyles
- Our team includes licensed psychologists with expertise in multicultural issues
- We emphasize family involvement in child and adolescent treatment plans
Services
Couples Therapy
Our couples therapy addresses communication breakdowns, trust issues, and relationship conflicts through evidence-based interventions. Therapists help partners improve emotional connection, resolve chronic arguments, and navigate life transitions together. Sessions focus on developing practical skills for maintaining healthy relationships while respecting individual needs and boundaries.
Child Therapy
Specialized therapy for children uses play and age-appropriate techniques to address emotional distress and developmental challenges. Our therapists work with families to create supportive environments, addressing issues like anxiety, behavioral problems, and trauma while emphasizing parental involvement in the therapeutic process.
Trauma Recovery
We provide trauma-informed care using evidence-based approaches to help clients process traumatic experiences. Our therapists specialize in treating PTSD symptoms, including flashbacks, hypervigilance, and emotional numbness, while creating safe therapeutic environments for gradual healing and resilience building.
Family Therapy
Our family therapy sessions address systemic issues affecting household dynamics, including communication breakdowns and intergenerational conflicts. Therapists facilitate constructive dialogues to improve understanding, establish healthy boundaries, and develop coping strategies for managing stressors like divorce, blended family adjustments, and chronic illness.
Anger Management
This program teaches practical techniques for recognizing anger triggers and developing healthier response patterns. Through cognitive-behavioral strategies, clients learn to manage frustration, improve communication skills, and address underlying issues contributing to anger outbursts while maintaining personal accountability.
People
Christina Lu
Psychologist
Dr. Christina Lu specializes in trauma recovery and multicultural counseling, bringing extensive experience in evidence-based therapeutic approaches to support clients through complex emotional challenges.
Coren Kajioka
Psychologist
Dr. Coren Kajioka focuses on family systems and relationship dynamics, utilizing integrative therapeutic methods to help clients navigate interpersonal conflicts and life transitions with cultural sensitivity.
Questions
What types of therapy does HCWC offer?
We provide couples therapy, family counseling, individual therapy for all ages, trauma recovery, and specialized support for anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept HMSA, HMAA, and UHA insurance plans, and can assist with out-of-network benefits verification for other providers.
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
Yes, we offer flexible scheduling including evening and weekend appointments to accommodate different schedules.
How do I start therapy?
Contact us to schedule an initial consultation where we'll discuss your needs and match you with the appropriate therapist.
What makes HCWC different from other providers?
Our culturally sensitive approach combines evidence-based practices with personalized treatment plans tailored to Hawaii's unique community needs.
