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THE COUNSELING CENTER HAWAII

KUPUNA TO KAMALI'I

BRINGING THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER

Kupuna to Kamali’i is a Catholic Charities Hawaiʻi outreach program on O’ahu’s Waianae Coast, offering counseling and activities to address trauma and mental health using a local, culturally-based approach. Participants take part in gardening, cooking, and shared meals, finding empowerment through these activities. The program also incorporates alternative counseling methods, such as ku’i kalo (poi pounding) and “talk story,” to help improve coping skills and relationships. Through this support, participants experience personal growth and stability, with some even securing housing as their lives improve.

PARTICIPATE
  • Talk story within groups
  • Share food
  • Ku'i kalo
  • Create a volunteer project
  • Family, couples, individual therapy
Our Kupuna to Kamali'i Program is free of charge.

OUR THERAPISTS

JANINA(NINA) MARTIN
LCSW
I am trained in Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) and provide services that help young children (ages 0-5) and families recover and heal after stressful or traumatic events. CPP may help when children have been through scary or painful events such as loss of a loved one, abuse or violence, change in caregivers, or when families want to improve child/parent relationships.
RENA PASCUAL
MSCP
I have experience working with clients across the lifespan, from children and adolescents to adults and older adults. I’ve helped clients navigate various life challenges. By fostering a strong therapeutic alliance, I aim to create a solid foundation for healing and growth. When working with families, I am trained in Brief Strategic Family Therapy (BSFT). If you feel stuck in patterns of conflict or communication breakdowns and have a child or children between the ages of 6-17, this may be a possible option for you.
NATALIA VILLEGAS
LMFT
I am trained in Brief Strategic Family Therapy (BSFT). If you want to work on being a better parent, turn negative arguments with your child into positive communication, and get your family moving towards stronger relationships, then BSFT might be right for your family. If you have a child or children ages 6-18, this could be a good fit for you.

Both of these types of therapy (CPP and BSFT) are evidenced based and proven effective through research and practice. We work with your family to create the change you want to see.

HOW TO GET STARTED

It starts with you. Give us a call or click on ‘contact us’ to send an email. We will answer your questions and get you started if you would like to begin counseling services.

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