About me
Aloha and welcome. I am Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) in Hawaii. I am also a SYMBIS Facilitator.
We are all on a journey called life, and on this journey, there are times when we need the help of others. I have spent the past few years helping people on their journey. I have worked with individuals, couples, and families, allowing them to deal with various challenges. These challenges range from anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting, PTSD, religious issues, substance abuse, and addiction.
I believe you are the expert of your story and have many God-given strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. My approach to counseling is using psychology and family systems theory (i.e., cognitive-behavior therapy, solution-focused, and psychoeducation) integrated Christian-based values, and using your strengths to help address your challenges.
Professional experience
3yrs in practice
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Body Image, Divorce and Separation, Fatherhood Issues, Forgiveness, Infidelity, Isolation/Loneliness, Life Purpose, Men's Issues, Midlife Crisis, Military and Veterans Issues, Multicultural Concerns, Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships, Self-Love, Sexual Dysfunction, Sexuality, Workplace Issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
License information
HI LMFT MFT-828
Reviews
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Al has been wonderful. Beyond what I thought was possible. I love this platform. The daily journal is a great idea. It keeps my therapist up to date with what’s happening with me. So much BETTER than traditional talk therapy. I have every confidence the Al is truly vested in me as his patient. I feel so uplifted and happy after each video session. Mahalo Nui Al! And likewise a big mahalo to whoever figured out Better Help. It is better help!
Written on Apr 02, 2023 after therapy with Albert for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Albert has been a wonderful blessing of a counselor. He has been helping me work through the issues and strongholds in my life both professionally, and as a friend. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking counseling!
Written on Mar 11, 2023 after therapy with Albert for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes