Myra Estella Ann Alves, LCSW - Therapist in Hawaii

About Myra

Myra Estella Ann Alves is a licensed social worker who blends practical therapy methods to help families and parents facing conflict and change. She uses approaches that focus on relationships and patterns so people can make clearer choices. Myra speaks plainly in sessions and centers what each person brings to the work.

Myra emphasizes attachment-based ideas to look at how past relationship patterns affect current family life. She also draws on client-centered care to follow what matters most to each person.

Background and approach

Cognitive behavioral tools are used to identify unhelpful thoughts and try new ways of responding. She works with issues such as relationship strain, parenting struggles, anger, and coping with life changes. Other areas of attention include communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, forgiveness, life purpose, and building self-love.

Sessions focus on small practical steps and clearer communication inside the family. Myra holds the credential Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, and brings nine years of professional experience. She practices from Hawaii and conducts sessions in English.

Her approach treats the client as the expert on their life while offering structure and techniques when helpful. She encourages anyone feeling stuck to reach out and talk through options. The process begins with a short questionnaire and a conversation to match goals and preferences before scheduling ongoing sessions.

Using relationship-focused approaches in online sessions

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns shape how people relate today; it helps with recurring family dynamics and trust issues by exploring patterns and trying new ways of connecting. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person's experience and priorities, offering a listening, nonjudgmental stance that helps people name what matters and make decisions that fit their values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) identifies thought patterns that keep problems going and tests small behavior changes to shift outcomes.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences and then use one or more methods to match those needs. This is a collaborative process where methods are adjusted based on what helps most.

Online sessions offer flexibility with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit therapy around busy family schedules and to continue work during life transitions. Licensed professionals can use these options to practice the same therapeutic approaches as in person, while tailoring pacing and exercises to the chosen format.

Attachment-Based Therapy

Looks at how early bonds shaped what you expect from closeness, and how that plays out now with a partner, a parent, or your own children.

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.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she help with?

The focus includes relationship strain, family conflicts, parenting issues, anger, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, forgiveness, life purpose, and self-love.

What is her therapy style like?

She combines attachment-based ideas, client-centered listening, and cognitive behavioral techniques. Sessions are practical and aimed at clearer choices and better communication.

How much experience does she have?

She has nine years of professional experience working in relevant areas of family and relationship work.

Where is she licensed and based?

She is licensed in Hawaii as an LCSW with licence number HI LCSW LCSW-3875 and practices from that state.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English only.

Can people outside the U.S. work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This allows for different ways to connect depending on needs.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability and a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Parenting issues

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 9 years
Licensed: Hawaii
Languages: English

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