Mental Health Care Providers
If your child has already been diagnosed with a mental illness, it is important to find a doctor or therapist who is the “right fit” for your child and your family, as well as treatment that is appropriate for your child. Doctors and therapists will often allow an initial consultation to see if they will have a good working relationship with your child. Sometimes it takes time and several visits to find a provider whom your child feels comfortable working with.
Finding a Mental Health Care Provider
The mental health care providers listed on this page are located in the state of Hawai’i. These providers range from outpatient therapists to day programs, residential programs, and acute care programs.
The Psychology Today website is also a useful resource that allows users to conduct searches to learn more about doctors and therapists, their areas of expertise, and their locations within the state.
State of Hawai`i Department of Health
Many organizations are contracted by the State of Hawai’i Department of Health to provide services for children within the home and community. Most often, children are only able to receive services through the State of Hawai`i Department of Health if they have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or they have Quest medical insurance. To read more about special education in Hawai’i and the IEP process, please visit the Special Parent Information (SPIN) website.
Outpatient Therapy for Children
Outpatient therapy is appropriate for children who are able to function within the home, school, and community, but may require additional support from a therapist. Children will attend therapy sessions at the providerʻs office, which typically last between 45 - 60 minutes per session. The following companies and individuals provide outpatient therapy within the state of Hawai`i.
Play Therapy & Counseling Center of Hawai`i, LLC (O`ahu)
LD-ADHD Center of Hawai`i (O`ahu)
Ola Hou Clinic (O`ahu)
Family Tree Project
(O`ahu)
Inpatient and Partial Hospitalization Programs for Children and Adolescents
Inpatient and partial hospitalization programs are appropriate for children who need longer term care and more support than outpatient therapy can offer. O`ahu has two hospitals that can provide this level of care. A child may require acute care if s/he poses a danger to themselves or to others. Partial hospitalization programs are offered for adolescents only.
Services affiliated with the State of Hawai`i Department of Health
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Division (CAMHD)
(O`ahu, Hawai`i Island, Kaua`i, Maui/Lana`i/Moloka`i)
The CAMHD website will provide contact information for the Family Guidance Center on your island. Family Guidance Center personnel can provide further information on how to obtain services through the State of Hawai`i Department of Health. The following organizations are contracted by the state to provide treatment within the home, community, and school settings.