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Xplor Adolescence

Adolescence is a time of great transition and development, and, at Xplor Counseling, we believe many adolescents can benefit from the support of a non-judgmental, open-minded adult who cares. Our adolescent specialists are experts at building rapport with their clients and align with them as they take this unique journey toward adulthood.

If you would like to see an adolescent specialist, please consider requesting one of the following providers:

Alison Matsumoto-Kong, LCSW — LCSW
Alison Matsumoto-Kong

Marriage and Family Therapy Intern
Katelyn Usam

Levin Matsukawa, LCSW — LCSW
Levin Matsukawa

Marriage and Family Therapy Intern
Napualani Yasuda

LCSW

Alison Matsumoto-Kong

Alison Matsumoto-Kong, LCSW believes that everyone has the strengths within them to reach their goals and make the life changes they desire. She feels that guided and supportive assistance through individual counseling improves a person’s mental health which also improves their overall health and wellness. As we experience life’s challenges, supportive services are necessary to tackle these obstacles.

Alison provides counseling with an empathic, accepting, transparent, honest and nurturing approach, with a practice focusing on strengths-based, client-centered, and cognitive behavioral therapies. Alison believes that this approach assists individuals to identify their own strengths so they can have the confidence and ability to make cognitive and behavioral changes they feel are necessary to improve their overall quality of life. Using cognitive behavioral techniques while using a strengths-based and client centered approach, Alison assists individuals in learning and developing appropriate and healthy coping skills and strategies that can make positive impacts on how life experiences and situations are handled and managed.

Alison has a passion of working with pre-adolescents, adolescents, and the young adult age group. Alison has more than ten years experience working with this population in Hawaii and California and believes that providing supportive services can have a long-lasting positive impact as adolescents work through challenges. She has experience working with adolescents of various ethnic backgrounds, family dynamics, and lifestyles with compassion, empathy, and care

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.

LMHC

Cierra Yoshikawa

Cierra Yoshikawa, LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who primarily works with children but has worked with people of all ages. She has worked with clients with a wide range of mental health and behavioral concerns including depression, anxiety, stress, substance use, and Autism.

Cierra believes everyone has the ability to heal and change when provided with the right environment. To do this, Cierra provides a compassionate, empathetic, and non-judgmental environment for counseling. Where clients are able to freely discuss their concerns and work through their struggles to build a solution and bring joy to their lives. Cierra tailors sessions to fit each of her client’s needs. She uses Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy.

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.

PsyD

Dr. George Bergholz

Dr. George Bergholz has worked in the mental health field for more than thirty years and is a Post-Doctoral Fellow with a doctorate in Clinical Psychology. He is also a Board-Certified PTSD Clinician with the American Psychotherapy Association and has a specialization in Art Therapy. George has helped children, teenagers, adults and the elderly, providing meaningful Life Coaching for those who need guidance and support.

No matter what you are dealing with, either life stressors or goals you want to achieve, George find that everyone has the power within themselves to conquer obstacles and fulfill personal achievements. He believes that one can learn to harness that power within, when properly guided by a professional who can help you achieve your desired outcomes.

George enjoys helping adolescents develop a better self-image, a purpose in life, and a positive path ahead. This can be achieved through developing powerful skills for building self-confidence and motivation. He also focuses on relational issues, whether the focus is on personal or work relationships.

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.

Marriage and Family Therapy Intern

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

LMHC, CSAC

Robert Locklear

Robert Locklear, LMHC, CSAC specializes in working with individual adults who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationship conflict, life transitions, career stumbling blocks, and substance abuse. He has an easygoing style and creates a space where you can be you, without judgement. It’s this kind of accepting demeanor that helps Robert’s clients thrive and grow.

Robert uses a collaborative and integrative style in his sessions, blending evidence-based perspectives with the needs of the client, and he allows the client’s needs to guide him forward. You will always find a listening ear, a knowledgeable base, and a professional outlook when you see Robert.

He’s excited to with you in overcoming and preserving through any negative challenging obstacles. As we increase your coping skills and ability to tolerate distress, you can have a healthier quality of life.

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!

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.

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.