who we are

M.A., LMFT

Britt Young

Britt Young, M.A., LMFT is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is also the Founder and Director for Xplor Counseling, LLC.

Britt believes the best way to help clients is by creating a supportive, understanding, non-judgmental environment in which clients can gain insight, communicate effectively, and learn coping skills to help them prosper.

Britt uses a collaborative approach to therapy and tailors each session to fit the client’s needs, but she specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and (for couples) Emotionally-Focused Therapy. She’s directive, engaged, and is committed to finding the best way to connect with her clients, so she can help them find the best way to get “un-stuck” and move forward.

LCSW

Natalie Quintana

Natalie Quintana, LCSW believes in the possibilities for healing and growth in therapy through a genuine collaborative relationship and has been providing exceptional guidance and support to individuals and families since 2013.

Natalie offers compassionate care and effective treatment by creating a safe, confidential, non-judgmental space to help individuals navigate through difficult life changes.

Natalie helps clients learn new skills to handle difficult thoughts and emotions so that they have less on an impact on their life. She also helps clients clarify values so that they can thrive in a life that is meaningful.

Her specialties include helping individuals work through depression, anxiety, relationship conflict, grief, loss, addiction, or other life transitions. Natalie is trained in the ACT model (Acceptance Commitment Therapy). She also uses Emotionally Focused and Cognitive Behavioral interventions.

Natalie will help you find your courageous path toward self discovery.

LMFT

Kelsi Yonting

Kelsi Yonting, LMFT is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Hawaii with more than five years experience working as a Behavioral Health Specialist and Substance Use Counselor.

She has worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, addiction, and other mental health conditions.

Kelsi’s counseling style is warm and interactive. She believes in treating each individual with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and doesn’t believe in stigmatizing labels.

Her approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and solution-focused counseling. She tailors your treatment to meet your unique and specific needs.

It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step, Kelsi is here to support and empower you.

Intake Coordinator

Randi Aikau-McFadden

As part of our intake team, Randi helps create the friendly and helpful atmosphere you experience when you contact Xplor Counseling. She helps clients find the right clinician and makes sure all client information is accurate and up to date, in order to avoid insurance snafoos. She also helps the company in its operations and is dedicated to helping our community achieve optimal mental health.

From insurance verification to client-clinician coordination, Randi is focused on making sure you have the best Xplor experience possible. And, she’s front and center with a professional demeanor and helpful attitude.

M.A., LMFT

Alison Cameron

Alison Cameron, M.A., LMFT is a Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience working with individuals and families facing issues such as trauma, divorce, and changes to family structure, parenting issues, military issues, illness, loss and grief, depression, anxiety, body image issues, ADHD, and more.

Alison utilizes a variety of therapeutic approaches to tailor treatment to your style and needs.  Utilizing Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavior, Trauma-Informed, Acceptance and Commitment, and Solution Focused therapy modalities, as well as positive psychology and motivation interviewing, Alison will join with you and collaborate on your mission to achieve a better life.

Whether you are seeking to reach your highest potential and live your best life, or you are currently dealing with some of the most challenging issues a person can face, Alison will provide a safe, accepting space and guide you through your process with compassion, caring, and sensitivity.  We will work together to recognize and remove unhelpful thoughts and blockages, shed limiting beliefs, and find solutions to tough situations.

Alison was born and raised in Hawaii and enjoys spending her free time outdoors, especially at the beach. She also enjoys cooking healthy meals from different cultures, exercising, and most importantly, spending time with her son.

Practice Administrator

Tabitha Opena

Tabitha Opena is dedicated to efficiently facilitating the process of connecting our clients to the services they need. She helps to create a safe and friendly environment to those seeking support.

Born and raised on Oahu, her passions include reading, Judo, and art in many forms. Her superpowers include multi-tasking, problem-solving, and being a loving Mama. Remember: “Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light.”

LMFT

Katelyn Usam

Katelyn Usam, M.S. is a recent graduate of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Master of Science Couple and Family Therapy program. She was originally born and raised on Oahu, Hawaii and has moved back to her home to continue her journey in decreasing stigma in mental health and help others to find healing, love, and support.

Katelyn is trained is Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and primarily uses this in the treatment of trauma and other issues that may result in negative beliefs about oneself or others. She also integrates family systems theory along with her use of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and other therapeutic models to help clients reach their goals in any way possible.

Katelyn works with adolescents, adults, and couples coming from all walks of life and suffering from a variety of issues. These include stress, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, trauma, kids with parents of divorce, and suicidal ideation. She also has some experience with working with perinatal mental health and medical trauma.

By cultivating a safe, judgement-free environment for all, Katelyn strives to help her clients get to where they’d like to be in life and is committed to the support of her clients’ unique and individualized healing journey. With a compassionate heart, endless empathy, and transparency, she would love to collaborate with you on what a “better life” would like for you and help you enact the change that sometimes feels impossible.

PsyD

Dr. George Bergholz

Starting therapy can feel like a big step, but you don’t have to take it alone. As a pre- licensed clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience in the mental health field, George specializes in helping child/adolescent, geriatric population and couples navigate anxiety, life transitions, and relationship challenges with compassion and evidence-based therapies.

As a Life Coach, Sports Psychology and Nutrition Coach, PTSD certification and Art Therapist George’s approach is collaborative and interactive. He believes that healing is most effective within a supportive, non-judgmental space. George works with clients to find their inner resilience, develop new skills, and create a path toward a more fulfilling and connected life. If you’re ready to begin, he’s here to provide guidance and support.

LMHC, CSAC

Robert Locklear

LMHC, CSAC, CCMHC

Joseph Hakim

Joseph Hakim, LMHC, CSAC, CCMHC is a big Canadian living in Hawaii with an even bigger heart, and he is ready to help you. Joseph understands that the decision to enter therapy is not always easy and strives to ensure a comfortable casual entry into counseling.

Joseph brings with him several years of experience in clinical mental health in which he provides a judgment free environment so that clients can feel comfortable enough to open up and share their story without worry.

Joseph has worked with a diverse demographic with people from all walks of life, and can offer insight and treatment for depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, trauma, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, stress, and substance abuse.

Through the use of cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, motivational interviewing, and more; Joseph works with his clients to help them achieve the goals that they strive to achieve in counseling through custom tailored treatment plans.

PsyD

Tiara Liquido

Dr. Tiara Liquido, PsyD is a licensed psychologist, born and raised in Hawai’i. Inspired by the love of the islands she grew up on and her mixed ancestry of healers, she has a deep commitment to helping those around her. She believes we all have an innate ability to restore ourselves and connect with our inner healer. Though the process of therapy can seem daunting and impossible, Tiara will be there alongside you with tenderness and care.

Tiara uses a multicultural lens to approach each client in their unique backgrounds and experiences. She works in a collaborative manner with clients to empower their ability to grow and help direct their own healing. While Tiara practices with a variety of treatment modalities, she primarily uses cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma informed therapy, transpersonal therapy, and mindfulness. She has worked in Hawai’i, New York City, and Berkeley helping to serve her LGBTQ+ community, people working through body image issues and disordered eating patterns, individuals dealing with substance abuse, trauma survivors, individuals affected by anxiety and depression, and those struggling to navigate through life.

When Tiara isn’t at work, you’ll most likely find her at the beach, spending time with her two cats, or eating a new favorite snack.

LCSW

Levin Matsukawa

Levin Matsukawa, LCSW, is a professional coach and change agent who has worked in Hawaii’s behavioral health field for nearly three decades. Congratulations in taking the next steps to do more for yourself as it is truly deserved. Levin works out of Xplor Counseling and makes himself available via Telehealth or for in person visits at any of our office spaces located across the Island.

Levin’s roles fulfilled local public and private sectors with the DOE, DOH, CAMHD, AMHD, and Judiciary. He continues to assist adults, children, and adolescents with a full range of ecological based supports, that are solution-focused transactions in problem solving.

Levin provides a relaxing and comfortable space to listen to our Island folks who are most dear to him. He helps individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths to create a successful pathway for lasting solutions.

Counselor

Sean Landau

Sean Landau is a counselor and psychotherapist with 10+ years of experience. Sean comes from an international background and has embedded a cross-cultural lens in delivering his services. Through fostering authentic, trusting, and supportive relationships, Sean provides the space for clients to collaborate in creating personalized strategies for maintaining a practice of sustained happiness and wellbeing.

While initially specializing in youth work, Sean has expanded his services to support adult individuals, couples and families. Sean has experience in a variety of settings including intensive residential outpatient settings, community mental health offices, schools, and private practices. He provides a person-centered approach, including motivational interviewing, psychoeducation, and other evidence-based therapies. Sean is grateful and honored to help clients feel understood, facilitate growth, and live with meaning.

LMFT

Sonja Cookman

Sonja Cookman, LMFT, believes in each individual’s resilience and ability to overcome the many unique and shared challenges and stressors that present in life. We all, at times, find ourselves feeling uncomfortable, confused, anxious, and depressed, among many other complex emotions, and Sonja is dedicated to helping you move through these, harnessing the opportunities for growth and building on your strengths and weaknesses.

Sonja is a positive and caring individual, who works to support families and individuals in creating balance, peace, and happiness in their lives. Sonja’s background as a skills trainer and clinical case manager has provided the experience necessary in understanding the challenges that arise in neurological, developmental, and mental health conditions, and how to overcome many of these challenges. Within these arenas, Sonja also has experience in working with individuals in strengthening their communication skills and relationships with family members, and in supporting individuals throughout various periods in their life span, and has personal and professional experience in guiding individuals and families through the process of healing through grief and loss, and in healing after trauma and attachment injuries.

Sonja really focuses on each person through a holistic perspective and creates a safe, non-judgmental environment in which insight, growth, and prosperity are fostered. Sonja’s approach is collaborative, integrating aspects of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Person-centered Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, Play, and Sandtray Therapies, and Solution-focused Therapy. Sonja maintains a good balance of directing and supporting in facilitating her sessions and is truly committed to finding the most effective methods and techniques when working with her clients.

LCSW

Alison Matsumoto-Kong

LCSW

Zac Callaghan

MA, LMFT

Kristy Anderson

Kristy Anderson, M.A., LMFT is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology. She believes you have everything you need within you to grow and heal even though at times it might not feel like it. You are not alone in this journey. Reaching out can help you rediscover your innate health and offer perspectives not previously considered. Whether you are going through life stressors, mental health challenges, trying to get unstuck from a current situation, or finding the courage to achieve your dreams, the path of therapy and self-knowledge can help you find your way back home.

Kristy has experience working with anxiety, depression, life transitions, parenting, play therapy, addictive behaviors, abuse, relationship issues, trauma, mindfulness training, caregivers, those with health challenges, as well as encouraging self-discovery to live your special one-of-a-kind authentic life. Her approach is kind, warm, collaborative, supportive, and focused on each client’s individual needs. She utilizes a variety of therapeutic approaches including cognitive behavioral, humanistic-existential, psychodynamic, and solution-based modalities. Her style is directive, engaging and helps find humor even in the most difficult of moments. We really are all in this together.

LMFT

Amy Yang

Amy Yang, LMFT believes that everyone is capable of overcoming challenges in life. While working with Amy, you’ll have a supportive and safe environment to share your stories and your experiences in a supportive, non-judgmental space.

Amy works in a creative and collaborative approach with you to make positive changes, and she believes that setting goals and maintaining a balance in life is part of the journey. Amy specializes in Expressive, Person-Centered, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Solution-Focused therapy. Over the years, Amy has worked with children and adolescents with Autism, ADHD, and other learning disabilities, military children and families, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and substance abuse, as well as those experiencing bereavement. Amy also speaks Cantonese and can service Cantonese-speaking clients.

Walking the path alone is not always easy. Let’s do this together!

PMHNP, FNP, APRN

Anna Grills

Anna Grills, is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse board certified both as a Family Nurse Practitioner and Psych Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and has a practice background in both primary care and behavioral health. She has a passion for behavioral health because after nearly a decade in primary care, she has seen that improving patients’ mental and emotional health can be the single most effective step towards improving their overall health and wellbeing.

Because of her extensive time as a Primary Care Provider, her style is defined by a whole-person approach, seeking to understand people in a comprehensive way as well as provide treatment options that encompass the many facets and needs of the individual. This will inform her evaluation, which takes into account a detailed health history and a consideration for medical conditions which may be impacting one’s mood.

As a prescriber, she offers a mindful approach to the use of medications, but also strives to present and utilize evidence-based non-pharmacologic interventions and lifestyle changes to improve mood. She has a collaborative style centered on selecting medical and non-medical therapies that align with the patient’s interests, values, and goals.

LMHC, CSAC

Cierra Yoshikawa

LCSW

Vivian Minamishin

Vivian Minamishin (LCSW) has more than twenty years of experience in the behavioral health field helping individuals elevate their self-worth while examining the individual needs of her clients and addressing social challenges. Experienced in varying positions in the micro, mezzo, and macro levels of practice, she has held firm and will continue to adhere to the values and principles that help individuals to exercise self-determination, build self-worth, empowerment, and enhance individual strengths.

Paramount in her service approach is creating an environment that promotes safety, builds and fosters trustworthiness, and encourages collaborative relationships with warmth, sensitivity, non-judgment, courtesy, and respect.

Her therapeutic skill set includes cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, crisis intervention model, problem-solving model, solution-focused therapy, and task-centered therapy.

Her therapeutic technique is based on selective eclecticism, which is selecting/applying therapeutic tools from different disciplines in responding to the needs of the individual depending on the issue of concern, treatment goals, and the individual’s expectations and motivation level.

LMFT

Katherine Liang

Therapy can be an opportune place to make sense of one’s external and internal world; to engage in meaningful exploration of self and others. Katherine considers fostering of insight and perspective into various domains, particularly relational ones to be a valuable part of the therapeutic process. Becoming a partner with oneself, embracing one’s strengths and challenges, is an incredibly empowering and exciting process.

Katherine works with individuals, couples, and families and has experience in providing short- and long-term services to youth and adults of various backgrounds. Her work focuses on building skills (e.g., communication, developing habits, and problem solving), increasing insight and knowledge, and gradually expanding opportunities and possibilities in one’s life.

Participating in therapy is brave, whether this is your first time or you are returning for care, as this can be an adaptive and worthwhile path.

Marriage and Family Therapy Intern

Napualani Yasuda

Napualani Yasuda, MSCP, MFT-I, is a pre-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist serving individuals, couples, and families of all ages.

From day one of working together, Napua aims to create a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment where all participants feel accepted and understood for who they are and whatever they may be going through. She believes therapy works best when it is empowering and collaborative, and enjoys helping clients to discover new personal insights and translate them into real-life outcomes aligned with their needs and goals.

Napua works with clients facing a variety of challenges including anxiety, depression, loss, trauma, family/relationship issues, and stressful life transitions. She brings a blended approach of family systems, cognitive-behavioral, and attachment-based techniques to help us make sense of our past and present-day lives and take steps towards the desired future. When working with couples, Napua draws from Gottman Method Couples Therapy, a research-based approach for which she has received specialized training.

Outside of work, Napua enjoys listening to music, home organization and decluttering projects, and spending time in nature to recharge.

LMFT

Chellina Okumura

Chellina Okumura, LMFT, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who enjoys working with children, adolescents, and young adults. Chellina integrates the elements of fun, play, and curiosity while fostering a safe, respectful, accepting, and non-judgmental environment. She believes in the therapeutic power of laughter and genuine enjoyment of the “present moment” as transformative tools that help us cope with life’s serious, stressful, and demanding aspects. Therapy is a process that involves teamwork, so I’d love the opportunity to work together with you to explore how we can build upon your existing strengths and resources toward personal growth, well-being, and happiness (whatever that looks like for you)!

Since everyone has their own individual needs, Chellina uses various therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). She has experience in the following: anxiety, depression, grief, stress management, interpersonal conflicts, and self-care.

Chellina was born and raised in Hawaii and loves to spend her free time drawing, painting with watercolor, going to the beach, playing video games, and spending time with her family, friends, and fur baby.

PhD

Nicole Knapp

Dr. Nicole Knapp, PhD, is a licensed psychologist who enjoys working individually with adults who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, and difficulties in relationships, and various life stages. She has experience in a variety of settings, including college campuses, private practice, outpatient hospital, and the VA.

Nicole was also trained through the VA to use Cognitive Processing Therapy for variety of traumas including childhood, sexual, and combat. In session, Nicole provides a client-centered environment that is nonjudgmental and challenges the client in moving toward their goals.

Outside of work, Nicole enjoys spending time with family, hiking around Oahu, and reading the latest book she’s grabbed from her never ending TBR.

LCSW

Leana Scibetta

With a heartfelt commitment to supporting families and empowering children and young adults, Leana has a passion for fostering positive change. Grounded in her belief in the transformative power of therapy and advocacy, she works to provide holistic and compassionate care to those in need.

With her expertise in evidence-based therapeutic modalities, Leana has facilitated positive transformation for numerous families and individuals, helping them navigate through life’s toughest challenges. She possesses a deep understanding of trauma-informed care and utilizes a strengths-based approach to empower clients to overcome adversity and build resilience. Leana also utilizes other modalities such as DBT skills training to help her clients manipulate and succeed in their environment.

Leana has extensive experience in providing counseling for families in crisis, facilitating support groups for at-risk youth, and collaborating with schools and community organizations. She is also adept at creating safe and nurturing environments where clients feel heard, valued, and supported.

Medical Assistant

Hailey Sullivan

Hailey is a compassionate and dedicated medical assistant at Xplor Counseling. As an advocate for mental health with a passion for helping others, she provides essential support to our team, ensuring smooth operations and excellent patient care. With a warm smile and a caring demeanor, Hailey is always ready to assist both staff and patients alike. She is a great and approachable resource to utilize if you are seeking more support or assistance with your mental health journey.

In her free time, you’ll find her playing volleyball, swimming in the ocean, hiking, doing yoga, and listening to music!

LCSW

Johanna Ancheta

At the core of her work, Nana believes that individuals of all identities and abilities deserve equitable access to affirming, trauma-informed spaces. She partners with families and communities to build resilience by reclaiming the joy in lost practices and developing tools to cultivate a strong foundation for all members to thrive. The goal is an adventure toward one’s genuine voice, making meaningful connections, and (re)discovering their sense of self.

Nana integrates an anti-oppressive, experiential approach to therapy, enhancing her training in TF-CBT and Child-Parent Psychotherapy. While she specializes in trauma work with children and youth (ages 2-15), migrants/refugees, and survivors of sexual assault/abuse, she also has experience working with adult survivors of childhood trauma, SOGIE+ individuals seeking affirming medical care, transracial adoptees, and emerging adults (ages 16-25) resisting the pressures of hustle culture.

Nana views rest as an act of radical healing; thus, she balances her time with quiet pursuits like swimming, rearranging furniture, reading manga, painting, and cutting fruit.

PsyD

Nicole Gonowon

Dr. Nicole Gonown, PsyD, has experience supporting individuals living and struggling with a range of personal development and mental health issues such as: depression, anxiety, stress management, relationship issues, trauma, suicidality, grief and loss, and life transitions. She is poly-affirming, kink-aware, a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, and is committed to aligning myself with values of harm reduction. It would be her privilege to have the opportunity to work with you as you navigate life’s challenges.

Moving through life when distressed or feeling stuck can be an arduous task. Please know that you don’t have to be alone. Allow Dr. Gonowon to support you on this journey. By seeking help, you are already on your way towards growth and healing.

Quite often we search for answers and fulfillment outside of ourselves when, in fact, those things are often locked within us. It can be difficult to access those truths when dealing with so many other demands in life and past struggles. Dr. Gonowon’s goal is to create a safe, grounded, non-judgmental, and affirming environment so that those issues that disrupt daily life can be explored and challenged. Dr. Gonowon will regard you as the expert on your own experiences, to both learn more about what it is like to be you and identify what more you want for yourself.

LCSW

Sandra Bunnell

Sandra Bunnell, LCSW, has deep local roots in Hawai’i with a love for its culture, history and people. She is a therapist with 15 years of experience working with children with Autism, ADHD, and behavior needs. She utilizes a child-centered, strengths-based approach that incorporates evidence-based practices like CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing. She enjoys focusing on fostering emotional regulation, through grounding and breath-work.

Play is key to healing for most children. She enjoys integrating play-based approaches and expressive arts into her sessions, blending play with talk therapy to enhance engagement and self-expression.

Sandra is warm, empathetic and guides with gentle words of encouragement. She believes that perspective is powerful, how we choose to view life influences the we experience it. She can assist you in feeling empowered though helping you to reframe thinking and behavior. She looks forward to partnering with you on your journey!

DNP, MSN-ED, APRN, PMHNP-BC

Misty Wright-Genous

Misty Wright-Genous, DNP, MSN-ED, APRN, PMHNP-BC is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in psychotherapy and medication management across the lifespan.

With a background that includes more than 15 years in healthcare and higher education, she has experience working as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, professor, practice mentor for master’s in nursing and doctoral students, and worked as a nurse in clinical and emergency room settings.

Prior to joining Xplor Counseling, she was employed as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner by Peninsula Community Health Services in Washington state. Her experience includes treatment of a variety of conditions including ADHD, anxiety, panic disorder, depression, PTSD, OCD, bipolar I and II, schizophrenia, schizoaffective, and unspecified psychotic disorders. Additionally, she has direct experience treating inpatient and outpatient acute mental health conditions.

As a prescriber, she offers a mindful approach to the use of medications, closely collaborating with patients to determine a medication regimen based on current research and evidence.

PMHNP-BC

Quanae Lill

LMFT

David Gilbertson

David Gilbertson, LMFT, is a licensed therapist in Hawaii and has 40 years of professional experience working with adults, couples, and children. He has experience helping clients with stress and anxiety, addiction, relationship issues, infidelity, trauma and abuse, and depression.

David’s work with children and youth focuses on developing a trusting relationship so they can begin to resolve emotions and feelings often displayed through their behavior. He works with his clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared safely without fear of judgment.

It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. David is here to support and empower you in that journey.

LMFT

Elisa Sapienza

Elisa Sapienza is a bilingual (Spanish) Therapist with more than 25 years experience providing therapy and counseling for children, adults, couples, families and groups in schools, clinics, nonprofits, military installations, telemedicine platforms and private practice. She earned her Masters Degree in Psychology (with a Concentration in Drama Therapy) from The California Institute of Integral Studies in 1997 and her Licenses in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2002 (California) and in 2023 (Hawaii). Her experience and areas of expertise include Child Therapy, Early Childhood Mental Health, Domestic Violence, parenting support, relationship and family issues, trauma and mood disorders.

Elisa provides a safe and accepting space for clients work through and manage stressors and life challenges. She has worked with and welcomes clients of all ages, genders, gender identities, sexual orientaions, as well as diverse abilities, and cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.

LMHC

Brandi Lawrence

Brandi Lawrence, LMHC, is personable, relatable, and easy to talk to, as well as kind and generous of spirit. She treats each of her clients with respect and is able to build easy rapport with them by being non-judgmental and being a great listener. Brandi is especially skilled at connecting with adolescents, who are often hesitant to start therapy and often need warmth and trust to open up.

She has extensive experience working with sex offenders and other court mandated populations, as well as those in crisis who are in need of intensive interventions. Brandi has also experience working with clients on the autism spectrum, who may need additional support.

Brandi connects deeply with her clients and uses her vast experience to reassure her clients that she can be trusted in order to allow her clients to dig deep and uncover parts of themselves they may have been reluctant to reveal in the past.

LMHC, CSAC

Marcia Myers

Marcia Myers, LMHC, specializes in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT): a hands-on, evidence-based approach designed to help you identify and reshape unhelpful thought patterns. Together, you will work to build practical skills that promote control over emotions and behaviors. This approach empowers you to make meaningful, lasting changes in how you think, feel, and act. Marcia also provides specialized support for Active Duty Military personnel and Veterans, understanding the unique stressors and challenges that come with service. Whether you’re managing the impact of deployment, transitioning to civilian life, or adjusting to new routines, my approach is designed to offer practical strategies and a safe, supportive environment for healing and growth.

In addition to individual therapy, Marcia offers Couple’s Counseling, helping partners improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen their relationship dynamics. She works with couples facing challenges like communication breakdowns, trust issues, and navigating life changes.

As a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC), she brings an understanding of the complexities of addiction. Though she does not provide direct treatment for substance use disorders, her focus is on supporting clients with co-occurring issues and providing the necessary tools to improve mental health and overall well-being.

Marcia’s approach is flexible and can incorporate mindfulness practices or medication regime from your medical doctor, as needed to best suit your needs. Throughout your work together, your goals and progress will be the primary focus, identifying challenges and collaborating on strategies that help you move forward with confidence and clarity.

LCSW

Amanda Courter

Amanda has 24 years of experience in Clinical Social Work and still loves it! She specializes in several areas, including anxiety, depression, criminal behavior, and abuse (verbal, physical, and/or sexual). Amanda also has an expertise in eating disorders, ranging from anorexia and binge purge symptoms to clients considering bariatric surgery.

Amanda comes from a place of non-judgment and compassion and helps her clients by drawing on their strengths and resilience. She believes that all of us have what it takes to heal, especially if the right support is provided.

Amanda uses client-centered, solution-focused therapy with a foundation in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She has BA in Psychology, a Masters Degree in Social Work, and a Graduate Diploma in Clinical Practice from La Trobe University Australia.

She is a member of the NASW, AED – Academy of Eating Disorders and IAED Foundation, International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals.

LCSW, CSAC

Chloe Stewart

Chloe Stewart is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) who primarily works with individuals navigating mood disorders, trauma, and substance use disorders. Chloe’s approach to therapy is grounded in empathy, curiosity, and respect for her clients’ lived experiences. In sessions, Chloe shows up authentically, creating a relaxed, dynamic, and conversational atmosphere where clients can speak freely without fear of judgment. She works from a Humanistic framework to establish a strong therapeutic alliance, integrating evidence-based approaches (including Cognitive Behavioral, Narrative, and mindfulness-based therapies) based on an individual’s unique goals, strengths, and preferences.

With years of experience in community-based mental health, harm reduction, and substance use treatment settings, Chloe has had the privilege of supporting individuals with complex needs and layered identities—including those living with serious mental illness, histories of trauma, houselessness, poverty, and/or justice involvement. She is committed to providing an inclusive, non-pathologizing, affirming therapeutic environment for her clients, particularly for those who have felt marginalized or stigmatized in the past. Her clients often describe feeling genuinely heard, supported, and cared for in their work together.

Choosing a therapist is an incredibly personal decision – if you’re seeking someone who listens with compassion and walks beside you in your process, Chloe would be honored to meet you.

LMHC

Minako Rosala

Minako Rosala, LMHC is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 25 years of experience serving the people of Hawai‘I as a mental health professional. Throughout her career, she has worked in a variety of clinical and community settings, including Diamond Head Community Mental Health Center, the Hawai‘i State Crisis Line, the Hawai‘i State DOH Adult Mental Health Division, Hawai‘i State Hospital, UnitedHealthcare, Carelon Behavioral Health (HMSA), and, most recently, the Hawai‘i State DOH Developmental Disabilities Division.

Minako has extensive experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI), addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, dual diagnoses, and relationship challenges.

Fluent in both Japanese (native) and English, Minako provides bilingual and culturally sensitive counseling, including cross-cultural therapy for couples.

Her therapeutic approach is person-centered and collaborative, with treatment plans tailored to each client’s unique needs and preferences. She integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, and other evidence-based modalities to support healing, growth, and overall well-being.

ロサラ美奈子（Minako Rosala, LMHC） は、ハワイで25年にわたりメンタルヘルスのプロフェッショナルとして活動してきました。 これまで、ダイアモンドヘッド・コミュニティ・メンタルヘルスセンター、ハワイ州クライシスライン、ハワイ州保健局成人メンタルヘルス課、ハワイ州立病院、ユナイテッドヘルスケア、ケアロン（HMSA）、そして最近ではハワイ州保健局発達障害課など、多様な臨床・地域機関で経験を積んできました。

また重度かつ持続的な精神疾患（SPMI）、依存症、うつ、不安、トラウマ、二重診断（精神疾患と依存症の併発）、および人間関係の問題を抱える方々への支援に豊富な経験を有しています。

日本語(ネイティブ)と英語のバイリンガルで文化の違いを重視したカウンセリングを提供しています。国際結婚や異文化間のカップルに対するクロスカルチュラル・セラピーにも対応しています。また留学やハワイでの受験の悩みの相談にも対応しています。

カウンセリングのアプローチはクライアント中心で協働的です。一人ひとりのニーズや希望に合わせた治療計画を立て、認知行動療法（CBT）、解決志向療法、対人関係療法、その他のエビデンスに基づいた手法を組み合わせて、回復と成長、そして心の健康の向上をサポートします。

Clinical Social Worker Intern

Samantha Chang

Navigating life’s challenges takes courage — you don’t have to do it alone. Samantha Chang, a pre-licensed Clinical Social Worker, offers a safe, down-to-earth space where you can show up exactly as you are. Whether you’re dealing with grief, anxiety, big life changes, or emotional and behavioral struggles, she’s here to walk alongside you with care, non judgmental therapeutic space with guidance and compassion.

Samantha’s background blends evidence-based therapy such as CBT, psycho education, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy) with holistic perspectives rooted in child development, wellness, and trauma-informed care. She’s supported children and teens through loss, families under stress, and individuals working to reconnect with their inner strength to heal their past, connect to the present, and grow into their ideal future hopes.

Having lived and worked across cultures, Samantha brings cultural humility, sensitivity, and respect into every session. She honors the importance of identity, language, and lived experience in the healing process.

Clients often describe Samantha as warm, grounded, and easy to talk to. Samantha believes in your capacity to grow, heal, and feel more at peace — and she’s here to support that journey.