Michael Ham-Blackmon, LCSW, HI | Psychotherapist

About Michael Ham-Blackmon

Focus areas

Childhood Trauma

Panic Attack

Transgender Care

Disruptive, Impulse-Control and Conduct Disorders

Psychological Trauma

Work-Related Counseling

Men's Mental Health Issues

Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Couples

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Culturally Sensitive

Multicultural

Forensic Psychology

Person-Centered

Identity

Gender

Male

Faith

Hindu

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Michael Ham-Blackmon

Aloha! I graduated with my MSW from the University of Hawaii. It was there that I developed a deep appreciation for different cultures. The program emphasized this and a strengths perspective, which I have continued to incorporate within my style of therapy. I tend to be goal-oriented and solution-focused. I am very involved in the therapeutic process and am very invested in seeing you progress and grow. My approach I'm an experienced therapist who utilizes a cognitive behavioral, strengths-based approach. I work with individuals and couples and am passionate about empowering you to get back to your previous level of functioning, or even better. I like to be involved in sessions, seeing this as a process between both of us. I make it a point to bring what is important to you into the session, whether it is religious or cultural values. I offer feedback and guidance as needed. My focus Are you feeling stuck and just generally unhappy with your current situation? I work with adolescents and adults who often experience depression and anxiety, preventing them from achieving what they want out of life. I help other clients develop more self-esteem and feel more confident in their decision-making. Each client is different. I enjoy assisting them in developing a plan for therapy so that they can feel more empowered while working on their goals. My communication style I take an active role in sessions. I prioritize clear and open communication. I make it a point to create a non-judgmental environment. I practice active listening so that you have an opportunity to process experiences while feeling supported. Having worked in a variety of settings such as hospitals and prisons, I pride myself on always remaining calm. My journey to mental healthcare Even as a young adult, people seemed to come to me with their issues---using me as a sounding board. Just after high school, I was given the opportunity to work in a private psychiatric hospital.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gender Affirming Counseling

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gender Affirming Counseling

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Hawaii

Education and training

University Of Hawaii, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1154405389

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What practice does Michael Ham-Blackmon work with?

Michael Ham-Blackmon works with Rula Health - Hawaii.

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