- Client-Centered Therapy
- CBT techniques
- Family and parenting concerns
About Tricia
She uses client-centered methods to keep sessions focused on each person's experience. That approach emphasizes listening, reflecting, and following the client's pace. Tricia also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to identify patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress and to practice different responses in daily life.
Sessions tend to be conversational and active. Tricia will work with clients to set short-term goals and try out small changes between meetings. She asks questions, offers observations, and suggests tools or exercises clients can use between sessions.
People who come for help with blended family concerns, divorce or separation, communication problems, or midlife questions often find the mix of listening and practical steps useful. She also addresses issues such as isolation, seasonal affective disorder, forgiveness work, sexual assault and women's issues when clients bring them up.
Tricia asks new clients to complete a short questionnaire to match needs and then schedule a first session. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. International clients are not accepted. Language of work is English.
License and NPI on record
- LMHC
- Hawaii · MHC-751
- NPI
- 1841517315
As listed on the therapist's profile. A license can be checked with the state board, and an NPI with the national NPI registry.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Credentials
Hawaii
Languages
English
How client-centered and CBT work in remote sessions
Tricia combines client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy in ways that translate to online work. Client-centered therapy means the therapist listens closely, reflects what she hears, and follows the client's priorities. This helps people who are sorting out what matters next and want a conversational, person-focused approach.Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes. CBT is practical and action-oriented, which can suit people dealing with anxiety, mood changes, relationship patterns, or seasonal shifts in mood.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Tricia will collaborate with each client to decide which methods to use, adjusting goals and techniques over time. She helps clients set short-term objectives, try new skills between sessions, and review what worked or needs changing.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Some clients prefer video for face-to-face interaction while others choose calls for lower bandwidth or quieter surroundings; discuss preferences when scheduling to find what fits best.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship strains, family conflict, trauma and parenting issues. Additional focus areas include midlife questions, life purpose, and blended family challenges.
How does she approach feeling stuck or unsure what comes next?
She blends client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques. That means sessions focus on the client's priorities while practicing small changes to thoughts and behaviors.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of professional experience working with people on stress, relationship problems, trauma, and parenting concerns.
What credential and location are listed?
She is an LMHC licensed in Hawaii and practices there.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not accepted.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time; specific fees vary with location.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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