"Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen."
Brené Brown
ABOUT PŪLAMA COUNSELING
E Komo Mai
Sometimes life feels overwhelming.
That no matter what you try and where you turn you feel stuck. Looking around it may seem that everyone else has it all together, picture perfect, and successful. Maybe you have been asking, is it just me?
You are not alone.
We can all use a safe place to be heard; to feel understood; grieve if needed; and to heal, so that you can begin to discover what’s next for you.
Let's walk this path together.
I'm Joy Tanimura Winquist, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and owner of Pūlama Counseling. Pūlama means to care for or cherish. Pūlama Counseling was founded because each of us deserves compassion and care; to feel loved and valued. In order to live well we need to know our worth. Here at Pūlama, the goal is to help adults and teens thrive in their relationships with their self, others, and the world. The office is located in the heart of Honolulu.
I specialize in helping individuals and families heal from trauma, adolescent counseling, and coaching for adoptive families. I utilize a variety of evidenced based approaches (EFT, Theraplay©, EMDR, the Safe & Sound Protocol) and other practices such as art and creativity that empower you towards healing, well-being, and joy.
I love what I do...especially to help others see the strength and truth inside of them. I look forward to meeting you!
TWEENS & TEENS
Fostering Resilience, Connection, and Success
As parents and caregivers we want what is best for our children, but sometimes our tweens and teens experience challenges that often impact their behaviors, academics and relationships. At Pūlama, we are here to help walk through the challenges and reconnect, so that they can flourish.
SAFE & SOUND PROTOCOL
Reseting your Nervous System
Are you struggling to stay present or connect with others? Are you feeling burnt out and stressed? The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) is a powerful listening therapy designed to help regulate the nervous system, so you can better connect with yourself, others, and the world around you.
We were not made to figure things out alone. At Pūlama, we are here to walk the journey of healing with you so you can move towards well-being and joy.
CONTACT
Want to connect? It is important to find a therapist that you feel comfortable with. You are welcome to call for a free 15-minute phone consultation to see if we would work well together.
Please call our confidential voicemail at 808.773.4560 or you can send a message here.
