Services 1 — Dr. Carlyn Tamura, PsyD

Services

Teen Girls Counseling

It’s not easy being a teen girl and not easy parenting one. More than previous generations, today’s teen girls face a daunting range of stressors that put them at risk for serious issues including self-harming behaviors, substance abuse, eating disorders, anxiety and depression.

Family Therapy

Using a Family Systems Orientation, I specialize in helping the individual see his/her part in the context of their family and how families systems are interconnected and interdependent for individuals. There are many issues that can arise in a family setting that can affect the family dynamic and cause emotional issues for different members of the family. Children are at the highest risk to be affected by these family issues. One of the main problems that arises are attachment issues, either becoming too dependent on a parent, or not forming enough of an attachment with a parent.

Individual Therapy

Teens, Using a Family Systems Orientation, I specialize in helping the individual see his/her part in the context of their family and how families systems are interconnected and interdependent for individuals.

While the overall goal of therapy is the very vague ‘to be happier,’ you may not have any idea what that means for you yet. That’s okay. I can help you break down your overall goal into smaller, achievable goals.

When you start therapy, you and I will work together to clarify what’s not working in your life.

Infertility Counseling

Helping Helping couples navigate the ups and downs of infertility and infertility treatment in a supportive environment. I work with you and your doctor to help you through the emotional and physical challenges inherent in this process.

Approximately 10% of the population of reproductive age have infertility issues. Unanticipated difficulties conceiving can create life issues that are very distressing and can lead to depression, anxiety, anger and feelings of worthlessness. I can help.

With over 15 years of working with individuals and couples struggling with infertility in Hawaii, I am an expert at helping people resolve emotional issues, navigate through medical procedures due to infertility and conquer the challenges of adoption and post-partum disorders.

Couples Counseling

Assist couples in alternating their focus on the way the relationship is understood, allowing them to see destructive patterns and move towards more meaningful and adaptive ways of relating to each other. I look at the couple’s issues from a systemic view and not from a “you said/I said” approach. There is no labeling and each person has their own reality or perception as to what the issue may be. I equally hear both sides out and make sure that no one feels as if they are not being heard. When communication breaks down it can puts distance between the people involved, damaging the relationship. Couples therapy teaches you to communicate in a more effective manner. Skills like listening and compromising are enforced so that disagreements can be settled in a way that leaves both sides feeling better. Intimacy issues are another reason a couple may consider therapy. It is a difficult issue to bring up for many people and involves many sensitive topics. A therapist can help by asking the right questions and putting the couple at ease when discussing such a personal subject.