Child therapy in Honolulu, HI
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Therapy in Honolulu by the numbers
Based on 2748 licensed therapists across the US, including 7 in Honolulu · Updated July 2026
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What to expect from therapy in Honolulu
Whether or not it's connected to isolation from mainland, cultural identity, and military family support, here's what to expect when working through a child's struggles with a therapist in Honolulu.
Hearing the family's story
Before working with your child, the therapist gathers background from you — development, school, recent changes — and may ask for input from teachers with your permission.
Earning your child's trust
A child needs to feel safe before they'll share much, so the first few sessions are relaxed and low-pressure, at a pace set by your child.
Age-appropriate methods
Younger children (3-8) often work through play therapy. Older children and teens may use talk therapy, CBT, or creative expression. The approach matches your child's developmental stage.
Your part at home
Parents usually get regular updates and practical strategies to use at home, since change sticks best when home and therapy pull in the same direction.
Example searches in Honolulu
Illustrative examples, not real client stories — describe your own situation to see who fits.
"My child won't go to school in Honolulu"
Situation: Parents in Honolulu whose child is refusing to attend school due to anxiety and social difficulties
Example match: Matched with a child psychologist specializing in school refusal and anxiety
"Child therapist for tantrums in Honolulu"
Situation: Parents in Honolulu whose five-year-old has meltdowns several times a day and struggles at preschool
Example match: Matched with a child therapist who combines play therapy with parent coaching
"Teen counseling for self-esteem"
Situation: A family in Honolulu whose teenager has become withdrawn and critical of their looks since starting high school
Example match: Connected with an adolescent therapist experienced in self-esteem and body image
How child therapists help kids in Honolulu
For children in military families around Honolulu, deployments and moves can show up as clinginess, anger or slipping grades, and a therapist who understands military life can help the whole family adjust. Most child therapists start by meeting the parents, alone or with the child, then suggest a plan — often weekly sessions for a set period, with regular check-ins on progress.
For teens, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills teach ways to handle intense emotions and conflict. Family sessions may also be recommended to address dynamics at home that affect the child.
What parents should ask first
Teachers, pediatricians and school counselors often notice changes first; their observations help a therapist see the whole picture. Any talk of self-harm or not wanting to be alive needs a same-day response: call or text 988, or go to the nearest emergency room.
If your family speaks a language other than English at home, ask whether the therapist can work in it, or at least hold parent sessions in it. Look for experience with your child's specific concern, whether that's anxiety, ADHD, behavior, trauma or grief. Ask what a typical session looks like for a child your child's age, and when you might expect to see changes. Before you write to anyone, compare a few child therapist profiles in Honolulu: the specialties, methods and fees they list narrow the field fast.
What the listings show for children's counseling in Honolulu
Of the 7 therapists FindSupport lists in Honolulu, one works with children: 14% of the local list. The 14% in Honolulu compares with 25% in Kailua and 14% in Los Angeles. Next to the 14% for child therapy, Honolulu profiles show 14% with families.
About 14% of the therapists listed in Honolulu offer online sessions. Teens often find video easier to fit around school, while younger children usually start in person. Typical fees in Honolulu, $120–$240 per session, are below the $120–$250 in Hilo; whichever city you choose for child therapy, ask about insurance and sliding-scale fees.
Widening the search for child therapy past Honolulu
Compared with the rest of Hawaii, Honolulu has the biggest list, 7 of 14 therapists; video sessions with Hawaii-licensed therapists widen the choice for child therapy. Cities outside Hawaii count for child therapy only for in-person visits or for therapists also licensed in Hawaii: Los Angeles, CA lists 21, 14% of whom work with children; San Diego, CA lists 25.
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Find child therapy help in Honolulu →Frequently Asked Questions
Where else in Hawaii can I find a child therapist?
Outside Honolulu, the Hawaii listings with the most therapists are: 4 therapists in Kailua, 25% of whom work with children; 3 therapists in Hilo. A therapist licensed in Hawaii can work with you by video from anywhere in the state.
How much does child therapy cost in Honolulu?
Child therapy in Honolulu typically costs $120–$240 per session. For a sense of scale, twelve weekly sessions at that rate come to about $1,440–$2,880 before insurance or sliding-scale discounts. Insurance, sliding-scale fees and less frequent sessions can bring that down; ask before the first appointment.
Can I get child counseling online in Hawaii?
Yes — video sessions work well for most concerns. The therapist needs to be licensed in Hawaii (where you are during the session), so they don't have to be based nearby. One of the 7 Honolulu therapists on FindSupport (about 14%) offers online sessions, worth filtering for if you want child therapy from home. Video sessions tend to suit older children and teens better than young children, who usually do best in a room with toys and art materials.
How many therapists does FindSupport list in Honolulu for child therapy?
FindSupport has 7 therapists in Honolulu, and 14% of them work with children: one profile. Start with those, then widen the search to online therapists across Hawaii if Honolulu doesn't have the right fit.
At what age should a child start therapy?
Children as young as 3-4 can benefit from play therapy. For older children and teens, talk therapy and CBT are effective. If you're noticing behavioral changes, it's never too early to consult a child therapist.
Will I be involved in my child's therapy?
Usually, yes. Child therapists typically meet with parents at the start and check in regularly. How much from your child's sessions is shared with you is agreed up front — especially with older children and teens, who need some privacy to open up.
How do I explain therapy to my child?
Keep it simple and positive: a therapist is someone who helps kids with feelings and worries, the way a doctor helps with a sore throat. Let your child know they're not in trouble.
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