Dr. Jennifer De Costa, PhD, HI | Psychotherapist

About Dr. Jennifer De Costa

Focus areas

Anxiety

Life Coaching

Racism Issues

Coping Mechanism Development

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Stress

Depression

Psychological Trauma

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Coaching

Intervention

Culturally Sensitive

Motivational Interviewing

EMDR

Person-Centered

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Jennifer De Costa

Hi there, I'm Jennifer! Aloha. My name is Jennifer De Costa, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT). I am based in Kamuela, Hawai‘i, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, and grief. I use solution-focused therapy with a strength-based approach to empower my clients to make life-changing decisions. My approach My approach to therapy varies by the client’s strengths and personal resources. I use a collaborative approach to determine areas of strength and need together with the client. We build resources to get clients to the next level—whatever that might be. My focus My style and approach are a good fit for individuals who need someone to listen without judgment. It is also a good fit for folks ready to focus on solutions to the challenges they may have been experiencing. As previously mentioned, I specialize in anxiety, depression, and grief. My communication style My communication style is gentle and compassionate. I want my clients to feel heard, validated, and liberated. I want them to be able to say what they have been unable to articulate with others. My journey to mental healthcare At the tender age of 10, I had a big decision to make… MD or PhD. I decided to get a PhD because I wanted to help others. Almost 40 years later, I’m still enjoying the profession. My goals for you My approach to goal setting with clients is all about collaboration. Together, we will explore areas you want to focus on and determine the best ways to track your progress. My first session with you Our first session together will be getting to know each other. Feel free to bring your questions and concerns. It is understandably stressful initially, but most clients settle in pretty quickly once they have an opportunity to share. Most clients find it very comforting in a short amount of time. We will spend our initial session building rapport.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Racism Issues

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Hawaii

NPI number

1063665529

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Jennifer De Costa?

Generally, Dr. Jennifer De Costa has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. De Costa's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dr. Jennifer De Costa accepting new patients?

Dr. Jennifer De Costa generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. De Costa's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Jennifer De Costa online?

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What practice does Dr. Jennifer De Costa work with?

Dr. Jennifer De Costa works with Rula Health - Hawaii.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Jennifer De Costa?

Dr. Jennifer De Costa frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Jennifer De Costa on their profile.