“When we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary. The people we trust with that important talk can help us know that we are not alone.” — Fred Rogers
Education
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Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology from Chaminade University
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Emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy​
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Licensure and Certifications
Kari is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Hawaii, specializing in working with individual adults and couples. Born and raised in Hawaii’s rich multicultural environment, Kari draws from her unique background to offer compassionate, trauma-informed care. Her diverse upbringing provides her with a deep understanding of different perspectives, enabling her to deliver meaningful results through a holistic and client-centered approach.
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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
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License Number MFT871
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Certified Cognitive Processing Therapist (CPT)
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Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
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Certified Substance Abuse Counselor
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License Number 3046-22
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Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor ​
Professional Associations
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Psi Chi, The International Honor Society in Psychology
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American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy