Mrs Marisa Fialho

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

“I ensure that clients feel heard and understood, motivating them towards positive change. I offer sessions via online.”

About Me

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Substance Abuse Counselor in Honolulu, Hawaii. I specialize in life transitions, anxiety, relationship and sexual issues, and trauma. I provide clinical supervision, mindfulness training, sex therapy, via online sessions.

Approach

I have over a decade of experience providing individual and couples therapy. My approach is client-centered and collaborative—I tailor each session to meet your unique needs, goals, and pace. I believe living purposefully is key to a fulfilling, healthy life. This belief shapes my empathetic, compassionate approach to therapy. My goal is to support you in creating a more enriched, balanced, and harmonious life that truly aligns with who you are.

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Basic Information

Honolulu, United States

In-person & Online

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Services

I see clients only through telehealth (video session). I use a HIPAA approved, user friendly platform.

Services Offered:

Clinical Supervision
Professional oversight and reflective practice for clinical practitioners, ensuring quality of care and supporting ongoing development.
Relationship Counseling
Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.
Trauma Counseling
Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.
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Mindfulness
The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.
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Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
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Sex Therapy
Specialised therapy addressing sexual concerns such as low desire, performance anxiety, pain during sex, or mismatched needs between partners.
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Individual Therapy
One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.
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Skills Training
Structured programmes that teach practical coping and life skills, such as emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance.
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Works With:

Couples
Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

Life Transitions
Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.
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Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
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Relationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
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Sexual Issues
Difficulties related to sexual functioning, desire, identity, or behaviour that cause distress or interfere with relationships.
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Trauma Therapy
Therapeutic approaches specifically designed to help people process and recover from traumatic experiences.
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Professional Title:

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
A therapist licensed to work with couples and families on relationship difficulties, communication, and family dynamics.