Joseph Hakim, LMHC - Therapist in Hawaii

About Joseph

Joseph Hakim is a licensed mental health counselor who aims to make starting therapy straightforward for people worried about stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, or depression. He greets clients with a calm, direct style and focuses on practical steps that can help day-to-day life. Joseph practices from Hawaii and offers services in English to local and international clients.

He holds a Master’s degree in clinical mental health from Hawaii Pacific University and carries the LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) credential.

Background and approach

Joseph has six years of experience in counseling and has worked with a wide range of concerns including trauma, relationship and intimacy issues, eating and sleeping problems, mood disorders, and substance use challenges. In sessions he uses straightforward methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy along with Motivational Interviewing when helpful.

He prefers clear goals and simple tools clients can use between meetings. Conversations focus on identifying what is getting in the way and practicing small changes that build over time. Joseph also gives attention to related issues like abandonment, body image, caregiver stress, communication problems, and isolation.

He aims to create a space where people can talk honestly about hard topics and work toward manageable steps forward. Practical arrangements include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Joseph relies on a subscription model for sessions that can be canceled at any time, and matches are scheduled after a short questionnaire and booking step.

How Joseph’s Approaches Translate to Online Work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the person. The therapist follows the client’s lead, reflects concerns back, and supports the client in finding their own solutions. This approach helps when someone needs acceptance and clearer self-understanding.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. It teaches practical tools to change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, which can help with anxiety, mood problems, sleep, and coping with life changes.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative way to address ambivalence about change. It uses questions and reflections to build motivation, which can be useful for addictions or when someone is unsure about making a different choice.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with clients about their goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust as needed. Together they decide what techniques feel most useful and practical for the client’s life.

Online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions simplify access when video isn't possible, and live chat or text messaging can support short check-ins and ongoing practice between meetings. These options provide flexibility so clients can choose formats that match their needs and comfort.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Motivational Interviewing

A way of working through mixed feelings about change without being pushed. The therapist helps you weigh things up and find your own reasons, which often makes a difficult decision feel less stuck.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he address?

He works with issues such as stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, LGBT concerns, relationship and family matters, and intimacy-related issues.

What is his general therapy style?

He uses a practical, client-centered approach with clear goals. Sessions often mix cognitive behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing to build small, usable skills.

How much counseling experience does he have?

He has six years of experience in the counseling field working with a broad set of concerns and focus areas.

What are his credentials and location?

He holds a Master’s degree in clinical mental health from Hawaii Pacific University and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor - HI LMHC MHC-833 based in Hawaii.

Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.

What session formats does he offer?

Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on client preference.

How are fees handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working together?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience: 6 years
Licensed: Hawaii
Languages: English

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