Connect with Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) therapy in Hilo, HI

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Loraine Sawyer

Many new patients continue care with this provider

LMHC
8+ years

Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Loraine Sawyer, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Loraine has a Master in Counseling (MC) Community Counseling from Chaminade University.

Honolulu, HI
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Exploratory
Attuned
Affirming

I work collaboratively with clients to identify and address mental health challenges from a strength-based perspective. My goal is to support clients in reducing counterproductive patterns of beliefs, emotions, thoughts, and behaviors so that they can thrive across all life domains.

Available virtually

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Carol Swann

Patients consistently give high satisfaction ratings

LP
10+ years

Licensed Psychologists (LPs), like Carol Swann, hold a doctoral degree and are trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Carol has a Doctor of Philosophy (PHD) in Clinical Neuropsychology from Fielding Graduate University.

Hawaii
Specialties
Anxiety
Cultural Stress
Depression
Life Transitions
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Outcome-oriented
Candid
Collaborative

I have been in practice for a number of years and is licensed in CA and HI. I utilize an individualized approach for each and every client.

Available virtually

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Cassandra J Castillo

Many new patients continue care with this provider

LCSW
3+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Cassandra J Castillo, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Cassandra J has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Hawaii.

Kapolei, HI
Specialties
Anxiety
Life Transitions
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Stress
Style
Directive
Attuned
Motivational

I create a space where you can feel heard and validated. I use a person-centered approach that looks at you as a whole person. I believe healing starts first and foremost with yourself. Using collaboration within the therapeutic relationship, my approach helps guide you to becoming more aware of the best version you can be.

Available virtually

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Lora Hasse

LMHC
8+ years

Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Lora Hasse, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Lora has a Master in Counseling, Marriage and Family Counseling from Capella University.

Hawaii
Specialties
Anxiety
Borderline Personality
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Affirming

I offer a warm, collaborative space where we use approaches like EMDR, IFS, and CBT to create meaningful, lasting change—not just short-term coping.

Available virtually

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Miki Karukaya

Many new patients continue care with this provider

LCSW
18+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Miki Karukaya, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Miki has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Hawaii.

Hawaii
Specialties
Anxiety
Coping Skills
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
Stress
Style
Directive
Gentle
Collaborative

Starting therapy takes courage, and I want you to feel welcomed and supported from our very first conversation. I work with clients from all walks of life in both English and Japanese. I believe you are not defined by your challenges or your past, but by the resilience and strength that brought you here.

Available virtually

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Sonjia Howard

LCSW
3+ years

Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Sonjia Howard, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.

Sonjia has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Individuals, Groups, and Families from University of South Carolina College of Social Work 2.

Honolulu, HI
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Panic Attacks
Stress
Trauma and PTSD
Style
Insightful
Approachable
Affirming

I bring a trauma-informed, evidence-based approach—grounded in EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and strengths-based practice—shaped by 20 years of active-duty service in the U.

Available virtually

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