Island Mind Therapy

Meet Tricia

Raised in Kailua-Kona, Tricia is deeply committed to supporting the resilience, healing, and well-being of Hawaiʻi’s communities. With more than 15 years of clinical experience, she provides compassionate, trauma-informed care for teens and adults navigating life’s challenges.

Using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and trauma-informed care, Tricia tailors treatment to each client’s unique needs and goals. Whether navigating trauma, managing anxiety, coping with stress, working through family challenges, or adjusting to life transitions, clients are met with empathy, support, and practical tools for lasting growth and healing.

💙 Tricia creates a safe, supportive space where clients can build resilience, gain insight, and move toward greater well-being.

🌊 Fast Facts

✅ Services
Weekly telehealth sessions available statewide

✅ Specialties
• Trauma Recovery
• Adult Mental Health
• Teen Emotional Support
• Anxiety & Stress Management
• Life Transitions

📱 Convenient telehealth care from the comfort of home.

✨ Seeking support is a courageous step toward healing and personal growth.

📞 Connect with Island Mind Therapy to learn more or schedule an appointment.

Stress is part of being human.

The key isn’t avoiding stress altogether. It’s noticing when stress is showing up and finding healthy ways to respond.

🌬️ Pause & breathe. 🚶 Move your body. 🤝 Reach out for support.

Which of these do you need most right now?

Comment below: Breathe, Move, or Reach Out.

Burnout is more than feeling stressed or tired.

According to burnout researcher Christina Maslach, burnout shows up in three key ways:

🌊 Emotional Exhaustion
🌊 Depersonalization (detachment and cynicism)
🌊 Reduced Personal Accomplishment

When burnout takes hold, you may feel drained, disconnected from people and work, and begin questioning your impact or effectiveness.

Recognizing these signs is the first step toward recovery. If these experiences feel familiar, know that you’re not alone and support is available.

📍Serving Hawaiʻi statewide through telehealth
📍In-person sessions available on Maui

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When the Storm Passes, Healing Continues. 🌺

Disasters don’t end when the winds calm or the fires are extinguished.

For many, the emotional impact lingers long after the immediate danger has passed. You may notice increased anxiety, difficulty sleeping, hypervigilance, grief, sadness, or a feeling that you’re still waiting for the next emergency.

These are normal responses to abnormal events.

Whether you’ve been affected by hurricanes, wildfires, evacuations, or the uncertainty that follows, you don’t have to carry the weight alone.

Healing happens one step, one conversation, and one moment of self-compassion at a time.



💚 It’s okay to ask for support.

💚 It’s okay to not be “back to normal.”

💚 It’s okay to prioritize your mental health.



If you’re struggling with stress, anxiety, grief, or trauma related to recent disasters, we’re here to support you.

🌿 A Gentle Reminder About Rest

In a culture where being busy is often valued, it can be easy to feel like rest needs to be earned.

What might it be like to make space for rest today, even for a few moments?

Take a pause. Breathe deeply. Feel the warmth of the sun, listen to the waves, or simply notice the stillness around you.

Maui’s natural beauty can serve as a reminder to slow down, be present, and check in with yourself. Consider giving yourself permission to take a break without attaching it to what you’ve accomplished.

✨ A moment to pause.
✨ A moment to breathe.
✨ A moment to reconnect with yourself.

Watch the sunrise. Walk a little slower. Sit by the ocean. Notice what’s here right now.

💬 What does rest look like for you this week? Share in the comments below.

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🍎 Back-to-School Stress: Signs Your Teen May Be Struggling

Starting a new school year can feel overwhelming for many teens, even when they don’t talk about it. New routines, academic pressure, social challenges, and changing expectations can create stress that shows up in ways parents might not immediately recognize.

Some signs your teen may be having a hard time include:

• Withdrawing from friends or family
• Excessive worry or overthinking
• Increased irritability or emotional ups and downs
• Difficulty concentrating or completing tasks
• Trouble sleeping or changes in appetite
• Avoiding schoolwork or losing motivation
• Friendship struggles or fear of being judged by others

These behaviors aren’t always attitude problems or laziness. Often, they’re signs that a teen is feeling overwhelmed and may need extra support.

Therapy can provide a safe space for teens to explore what’s going on beneath the surface, learn healthy coping skills, and build confidence as they navigate life’s challenges.

If your teen is struggling with the transition back to school, you’re not alone. Support can make a meaningful difference for both your teen and your family.

What signs of school stress have you noticed in your teen? Save this post for later and share it with another parent who may find it helpful.

Many people wonder if their concerns are “big enough” for therapy. Therapy can support individuals through stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, life transitions, parenting concerns, self-esteem struggles, and personal growth. You don’t need to wait until life feels overwhelming to seek support. Therapy can be a valuable space for healing, reflection, and growth at any stage of life.



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Starting therapy can feel intimidating—especially when you don’t know what to expect.

At Island Mind Therapy, our goal is to create a space where you can slow down, feel heard, and focus on what matters most to you.

Whether you’re navigating stress, anxiety, life transitions, or simply looking for support, taking the first step doesn’t have to feel overwhelming.

✨ Sometimes knowing what to expect can make all the difference.

What helps you feel more comfortable when trying something new?

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