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Shaela Sakamoto, LMHC

Shaela Sakamoto, LMHC

Psychotherapist
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Aloha! My name is Shaela, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Hawai‘i. I am a Native Hawaiian wahine, born and raised on the island of Maui. To me, therapy is about helping others find themselves during challenging times. I am deeply committed to supporting the people of Hawai‘i through their life struggles. Living on an island can bring unique stressors, and I strive to provide a healing space for our community. My approach I use an eclectic mix of approaches tailored to your individual needs. I believe a client-centered approach best serves the people of Hawai‘i, as we are all at different stages in life. Growing up in Maui, I understand the shared cultural values and experiences that shape us here, and I bring that understanding into my practice. Building trust and honoring the way we are raised in Hawai‘i is central to my work. I also embrace the “talk story” style of communication, a familiar and comforting way many locals connect. My focus I earned both my undergraduate and Master’s in Counseling degrees from Grand Canyon University in Arizona. For the past five years, I have worked in the mental health field in Hawai‘i. One of my main goals is to expand access to mental health services for our community. Whether you are seeking to find your purpose or simply want time to explore your true self, I am open to working with anyone committed to self-understanding and growth. I am most comfortable supporting single parents, young adults, and individuals facing depression, anxiety, trauma, family and relationship challenges, as well as work-related stress. My communication style I create a safe and healing space where clients feel comfortable sharing. Here in Hawai‘i, we often say “talk story,” which reflects a client-centered, relaxed way of communicating that fosters understanding. While we all live on these islands, each person has a unique story, and I enjoy learning about my clients’ journeys.

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About Shaela Sakamoto

Focus areas

Anxiety
Emotional Disturbance
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Life Coaching
Relationship Struggles
Depression
Mood Disorders

Clientele seen

Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Young adults (18-24)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Emotionally Focused
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Culturally Sensitive
Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Shaela Sakamoto

Aloha! My name is Shaela, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Hawai‘i. I am a Native Hawaiian wahine, born and raised on the island of Maui. To me, therapy is about helping others find themselves during challenging times. I am deeply committed to supporting the people of Hawai‘i through their life struggles. Living on an island can bring unique stressors, and I strive to provide a healing space for our community. My approach I use an eclectic mix of approaches tailored to your individual needs. I believe a client-centered approach best serves the people of Hawai‘i, as we are all at different stages in life. Growing up in Maui, I understand the shared cultural values and experiences that shape us here, and I bring that understanding into my practice. Building trust and honoring the way we are raised in Hawai‘i is central to my work. I also embrace the “talk story” style of communication, a familiar and comforting way many locals connect. My focus I earned both my undergraduate and Master’s in Counseling degrees from Grand Canyon University in Arizona. For the past five years, I have worked in the mental health field in Hawai‘i. One of my main goals is to expand access to mental health services for our community. Whether you are seeking to find your purpose or simply want time to explore your true self, I am open to working with anyone committed to self-understanding and growth. I am most comfortable supporting single parents, young adults, and individuals facing depression, anxiety, trauma, family and relationship challenges, as well as work-related stress. My communication style I create a safe and healing space where clients feel comfortable sharing. Here in Hawai‘i, we often say “talk story,” which reflects a client-centered, relaxed way of communicating that fosters understanding. While we all live on these islands, each person has a unique story, and I enjoy learning about my clients’ journeys.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Childhood Trauma
Depression
Postpartum Depression
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Childhood Trauma
Depression
Postpartum Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Grand Canyon University, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1093249492

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