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Kristen Johnson, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor

Kristen Johnson, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor

Honolulu, Hawaii
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Professions: Life Coach, Counselor, Mental Health Counselor

Languages: English

Telephone: 808-515-6465

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My Approach to Therapy

My name is Kristen Johnson, and I utilize a whole-person approach, integrating the mind, body, and soul to support healing through evidence-based practices such as eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), motivational interviewing, positive psychology, Internal Family Systems (IFS), active imagination, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). I am collaborative and interactive in session, and I understand that you are the expert in your own life. I have a Master’s in Counseling and another Master’s in Depth Psychology, so I may also incorporate dreamwork, astrology, myth, and Jungian concepts like the shadow in our work together. I have worked in a variety of settings, including residential, wilderness, and private practice, for the past 10 years. I am currently a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Hawaii and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia. I also offer coaching services across the country and internationally. I specialize in working with young women and adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, adverse childhood experiences, trauma-related symptoms, attention-deficit hyperactivity (ADHD), and communication and relational issues. If you are struggling with symptom management and feeling lost, please reach out.

My Practice & Services

I utilize Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)-compliant Google products for telehealth appointments, and I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation before scheduling to help determine the best fit. The therapeutic relationship and match are very important. If you'd like to inquire about other services, like supervision in Hawaii or life coaching, please reach out.

My View on the Nature of 'Disorders'

My view on the nature of disorders deviates from the traditional medical model of therapy today and more closely aligns with James Hillman's view in his book Revisioning Psychology. We have drifted too far from a worldview that included humans as a part of nature and away from soul. This leads many people to feel unsatisfied in their lives, jobs, relationships, and beliefs systems. I view mental illness as a natural reaction to this deviation and the world we live in today. You're not to blame for your symptoms but you are responsible for managing them. Cultivating a world view that involves more passion, fantasy, meaning, and connection, can begin to help - a return to soul. You are not "depressed" you are experiencing depression and it is trying to tell you something important. Being in therapy, is an action not a state of being and requires active engagement in and out of session.

Expertise & Specialties

Age Groups I Work With

Adults

Groups I Work With

I've worked with a wide range of people. Many are in helping fields, like teachers or other therapists, and may be experiencing burnout. I've also worked with individuals dealing with relationship issues or having trouble adjusting to new phases of life. The ages I've seen range from teens to older adults, but my niche is typically young women in their early 30s. I've helped clients with different types of trauma, chronic medical issues, and addictions. If you're wondering whether I've worked with someone with concerns like yours, feel free to email me or call me.

Concerns & Challenges Addressed

Adjusting to Change / Life TransitionsAnxietyBody ImageCommunication ProblemsInattention, Impulsivity, and Hyperactivity (ADHD)IndividuationLife Purpose / Meaning / Inner-GuidanceParenting

Therapeutic Approaches & Evidence-Based Methods

Industries & Communities

BIPOCEntertainment IndustryFirst Responder/Medical ProfessionalsLGBTQ+Self-Employed and Freelance ProfessionalsUnion First

Location & Contact