Empowering Hope, Building Health
Our Mission and Values
At Hawaii Counseling and Wellness Center, we believe in empowering individuals and families to achieve lasting happiness and fulfillment. Our mission is to promote quality of life and well-being in our communities by offering accessible, quality mental health services. We believe in:
- Accessibility: Providing affordable therapies and resources to the diverse needs of the community.
- Individualized Care: Tailoring our approach to each client's unique concerns and goals.
- Compassion: Offering a supportive and non-judgmental environment where clients feel safe and understood.
- Empowerment: Guiding clients toward self-discovery, growth, and positive change.
Our Expertise
Our team of skilled and compassionate psychologists are equipped to address a wide range of concerns, including:
For Individuals
- Attention/Hyperactivity & Autism
- Anger and Aggression
- School Concerns
- Anxiety and Depression
- Body Image Issues
- Relationship Problems
- Career and Money Concerns
For Couples
- Communication and Intimacy Issues
- Conflict Management
- Premarital Counseling
- Separation or Divorce
For Families
- Family Conflict
- Parenting Challenges
- Financial Issues
- Grief and Loss
Specialized Support
- Trauma and PTSD
- Eating Disorders
- Sexual and Gender Identity Issues
- Substance Abuse
- Chronic Illness
Our Approach
We believe in working collaboratively with clients to identify their strengths and develop tailored strategies for lasting change. We utilize evidence-based interventions such as:
- Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness-Based Therapy
- Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
- Strengths-Based Therapy
- Collaborative Therapy
Accessibility and Location
Our centrally located office in downtown Honolulu offers convenient access to quality mental healthcare. We are committed to flexible scheduling and working with clients to accommodate their needs.
Communication Issues
The first review by Sara Ah Kuoi-Lavatai is a negative one, with a 1-star rating. She mentions that she tried to reach out to Dr. Lu's office to seek services, but never received a response via email, text, or phone call. She finds this experience disappointing.
Positive Experiences
On the other hand, both Eric and Daniel Chang have had positive experiences with Dr. Lu. Eric gives the doctor a 5-star rating, stating that he had a fantastic experience working with her. He finds her knowledgeable, compassionate, and easy to converse with. Eric notes that she seems genuinely interested and concerned with his issues, and that the scheduling process was easy and convenient.
Daniel Chang also gives a 5-star rating. He describes the office as beautiful and relaxing, similar to a spa. He compliments the receptionist, saying they are professional and pleasant. Most importantly, Daniel Chang is grateful to have found Dr. Lu's office and praises the psychologists for being knowledgeable and amazing.

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