Our therapists offer PTSD & trauma therapy in Kailua, HI

Arikka Johnson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in Honolulu, Hawaii with almost 10 years of experience working with adults who are suffering from trauma, depression, anxiety, low self-worth, life transitions/organization, relationships, and attachment-based issues.

Arikka earned her Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Chaminade University and utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) to weave mindfully-based interventions with her knowledge of working with trauma and the body. Arikka is highly skilled in her ability to integrate her experience with cognitive and somatic philosophies to create meaning from suffering, honor the past, and welcome the future, through carefully applied evidence-based and trauma-informed care.

Arikka is genuinely curious, warm, and relational in her approach. Clients have shared they feel safe and supported even in the midst of their most challenging and vulnerable moments. She is knowledgeable in her field of psychotherapy and delivers this experience in a sequenced, sound, and effective way. Validating your experience, she will collaborate with you to find meaning in the life you have and expand your reach for the life you want.

Chris Chur is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 5 years of experience helping individuals with depression, stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, motivation, confidence, self-esteem, spirituality, addictive behaviors, and grief. Chris collaborates with clients to create and achieve realistic short- and long-term goals by taking responsibility and greater control over their thoughts, emotions, behavior, habits, and choices. His hope is that clients leave sessions feeling empowered, encouraged, and hopeful towards transformation, recovery, and positive change.

Chris received his Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from Chaminade University. He uses cognitive behavioral therapy, humanistic therapy, person-centered therapy, psychodynamic therapy, motivational interviewing, and Christian counseling.

Chris provides an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. He advocates for holistic health, self-discipline, and self-care to thrive and find healing. If you are interested in meeting with Chris, schedule an appointment today!

Anna Dixon is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 9 years of experience. She specializes in assisting teens and adults who have a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, panic disorders, personality disorders, relationship issues, social skills, oppositional defiant disorder, and mood disorders.

Anna received her Master’s in Counseling from Montana State University Northern. She utilizes a variety of clinical approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness techniques, that are targeted to client needs.

Anna truly believes in assisting others in meeting their goals and wants to partner with clients to help them achieve that success. She knows each client is unique and enjoys understanding and connecting with them on a human level. Reach out to schedule an appointment today!