Mental Health Therapy in Hilo

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Therapists in Hilo

Yvette Skope

Hilo, Hawaii - Marriage And Family Therapist
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Aloha, I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist on The Big Island in the State of Hawaii (LMFT). I have been working in Intensive In Home Services with youths and their families for over 6 years. Before that I was working in adult mental health utilizing therapy and case management cohesively. I draw eclectically from the theories focusing mostly on Solution Focused, Structural, Narrative and Collaborative. I believe we all have narratives we would like to change or adjust, it is at times challenging to find the best way to navigate in this direction. Our intentions are honest and genuine, and that is where it all begins to set this in motion. Person Centered is another familiar approach I utilize as I meet my clients where they are currently and serve as a catalyst for their personal change in their journey. I also utilize shadow work and inner child work into therapy sessions. I have a Bachelors in Psychology from UH Hilo. I have a Masters in Family Therapy from Argosy University. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I have also been involved in various practicum and clinical training opportunities including grief/loss, Internal Family Systems training, Cognitive Behavioral Work, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Sand Tray therapy. I believe that we need to feel heard, to feel safe, and to be provided a space to tell our story. As reaching out for support can be scary and intimidating. I am here to hold space for you and to allow for the change to root, intention to be heard and for your journey to change.

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Mihoko Kusachi

Hilo, Hawaii - Counselor
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I feel honored when I can instill in people a sense of hope and courage in working towards a change. I work with my clients to create open and safe space where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I know firsthand that it takes courage to pursue an authentic life. I feel connected with you because you have taken the very first step towards a change by reading this. Congratulations on your bravery! I believe in reciprocity and mutual growth in all relationships including ours. My role is to support and empower you to find purpose in your life. I grew up in Japan and have been educated in Tokyo and San Francisco Bay Area. I have a broad range of work and life experience in Japan, Australia and America. I received a master’s degree in counseling with concentration on rehabilitation of people with disabilities. I have provided mental health counseling for the past 10 years as a licensed therapist. I have worked for over 20 years as social worker/case manager in a variety of clinical settings in San Francisco Bay Area and on the Big Island of Hawai’i. I have supported individuals of all ages, children and adults, with or without disabilities. The issues I helped my clients manage include depression, anxiety, trauma, grief & loss, gender identity, cultural adjustment, guilt, shame, self-esteem, motivation, loneliness, purpose, among other emotional and situational challenges. My therapy approach draws influences from Humanistic, Existential, Somatic, and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive-Behavioral therapies. I adopt an body-mind (psychosomatic) integrative approach to help people make changes, based on their strengths and preferences. In my therapy room, clients engage in personal reflection by challenging their negative thoughts, with the help of sensory-based exercises, relaxation, and other self-regulation techniques to ease their emotional difficulties. My clients may also explore their past to gain insight into themselves to help them live more authentically in the present. I have seen my clients improve their overall well-being, be it physical, emotional, behavioral, and/or spiritual. We will work together to find what works best for you in order to achieve the most balanced well-being, while seeking practical solutions to your life’s challenges. My philosophy is social justice-driven and culturally responsive to promote the individuality of people of all backgrounds. I particularly feel strongly about supporting those traditionally underserved in the helping professions given my firsthand experience growing up as such. I am particularly sensitive to intersectionality of multiple minority status, such as race, ethnicity, gender identity, disability, and socioeconomic status. Most importantly, I believe in what we already have within despite our environment. My role is to be your partner to help you discover or rediscover your inner resources that are yet to be tapped, nurture and use them to move forward in your life.

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Shameca Hudson

Hilo, Hawaii - Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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Shameca Hudson is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Hilo, Hawaii offering online mental health services. Her practice provides therapy and medication management across the lifespan, from children through seniors, with specialties including anxiety and depression, ADHD and trauma, dual diagnosis and substance use concerns using approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy and motivational interviewing. What services are offered? Hudson provides psychiatric evaluation, medication management and individual and couples therapy via telehealth. Her treatment approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness based interventions and family therapy tailored to each client's needs. Who can receive care here? Hudson works with clients of all ages from young children through seniors. Her practice offers affirming and culturally responsive care for diverse populations including LGBTQ+ individuals and Deaf clients, people living with HIV/AIDS and communities of color. How are sessions conducted? All sessions are provided online through secure telehealth platforms. This format allows clients throughout Hawaii to access psychiatric care from the comfort of their own space. What insurance options are available? Hudson accepts Hawaii Medical Services Association and Hawaii Medical Assurance Association, UnitedHealthcare and Medicaid, Ohana Health Plan and University Health Alliance. Self pay rates are $220 per session for individuals or couples and a sliding scale is available based on financial need.

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Free Mental Health Resources in Hawaii

Hawai‘i CARES 988 is a toll free hotline that you can call by dialing 988 if you're experiencing a crisis. They offer immediate crisis counseling and access to mental health and substance abuse programming in your community. They support individuals of all ages.
NAMI Hawaii is an organization that can provide you with access to free educational resources in your community, along with support groups, peer counseling, and family support services. This is a coalition of individuals, community members, and organizations committed to addressing mental health struggles Hawaiians face every day.
Mental Health America of Hawaii is a support group that offers free services to children, adolescents, adults, and families who have been impacted by mental health struggles. Services include educational workshops, access to specialized support groups, and advocacy services.
Hawai‘i UTelehealth offers free, confidential behavioral health care services over the phone. You can speak with a psychologist, psychiatrist, or mental health specialist if you're struggling with substance abuse or a mental health disorder. Their services are aimed at individuals who live in rural parts of the community or are experiencing homelessness.
The Child & Adolescent Mental Health Division (CAMHD) provides health services to children and teens throughout Hawaii. Some of the services include therapy, psychiatric care, and case management. Criminally involved juveniles can also receive support navigating the legal system.
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Teens & Students Depression ADHD PTSD Anxiety Autism
The VA Pacific Islands Healthcare System supports veterans who are struggling with their mental health. They offer free trauma informed therapy, psychiatric treatment, and can connect you to specialized support groups where you'll have access to peer support. Many of these services are offered free of charge.
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Veterans
The nonprofit Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center works with children, adolescents, and adults, providing free and low cost care to address mental health struggles you're facing. Services include walk in care, behavioral health care, emergency support, and other services to residents in Waianae, Nanakuli, Kapolei, Ewa, and Waipahu.
The Queen’s Medical Center – Behavioral Health Services provides comprehensive medical and healthcare services to individuals struggling with mental health or substance abuse issues. You will receive free emergency medical services here. They also offer day treatment services, adult inpatient care, and a family treatment center, among other supports.
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PTSD Depression Anxiety Grief
The Hawaii Domestic Violence Action Center works with victims of domestic violence, providing free services including advocacy, counseling, and resources to survivors. They offer a free helpline, including texting services. They also provide specialty programs like legal support, representatives who will accompany you to court, advocacy, and referrals to other programs."
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BIPOC LGBTQ Women Domestic Violence PTSD Depression Anxiety
The Women's Fund of Hawaii is a program that specializes in working with women who have been victims of domestic violence or are experiencing struggles with their mental health. Services are free and include mental health counseling and support services that will empower you to lead a healthy, independent, and financially sound life.
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Women Depression PTSD Domestic Violence
US Vets Hawaii is a nonprofit organization that supports veterans who are experiencing mental health or substance abuse struggles. Services include access to housing, case management, trauma informed care, and other supports that help veterans get their lives back on track.
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Veterans Depression PTSD Substance Abuse
The Hawaii Department of Health – Adult Mental Health Division focuses specifically on individuals who have a severe or serious mental health illness. Services include crisis intervention and ongoing counseling.
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BIPOC LGBTQ Men Women Seniors Veterans Disability First Responders
Kaiser Permanente Hawaii – Mental Health Services offers free mental health assessments and referrals to children, adolescents, and adults who have a mental health struggle. They also offer psychiatric care and therapy.
The Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center is a nonprofit organization. They will support you through behavioral health care services, including case management, crisis support, and counseling, among others. Some services are free, while others are low cost. Sliding scale discounts are available.
Aloha United Way 211 is a hotline you can call to receive support for a mental health or substance abuse struggle you're experiencing. They offer a directory of health and human services that you can access through their phone or online directory.
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