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Kerri Brown, LMHC
Hawaii
LMHC - Anxiety and Life Changes
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Client-centered methods
- Solution-focused goals
About Kerri
Kerri Brown is a Hawaii-licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 12 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, addictions, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting challenges, and career questions. She also focuses on life purpose and self-love.
Kerri uses straightforward methods to help people notice habits and thoughts that get in the way. She teaches ways to recognize automatic thoughts and to respond differently. Sessions include practical tools and step-by-step strategies rather than vague theory.
Her background spans inpatient teen treatment, group homes for adults, community support for young adults in the justice system, and school-based behavioral health. That variety informs a flexible approach to different life situations and stages.
Kerri blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with client-centered and solution-focused methods. She helps people set small goals, try concrete changes, and track what works. Progress is built from steady, manageable steps rather than sudden fixes.
People who prefer clear structure and hands-on skills usually find this style useful. The focus is on observable habits, thought patterns, and practical problem solving. Kerri invites clients to experiment with new responses and to adjust plans based on real results.
How her approaches translate to online work
CBT focuses on identifying automatic thoughts and testing them with real-life experiments. It breaks problems into manageable steps and gives concrete exercises to try between sessions, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and ADHD-related difficulties.Client-centered work emphasizes listening and building a collaborative relationship. The therapist follows the client's lead while reflecting concerns and priorities back to help clarify goals. Solution-focused methods add brief goal-setting and quick action steps to create momentum toward specific changes.
Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist discusses goals and preferences and adjusts methods as sessions progress so the plan fits what the client wants to accomplish. That means trying techniques, reviewing results, and shifting focus if needed.
Session formats were not specified in the biography, so confirm available online options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into a busy life by avoiding travel, fitting a break during the day, or allowing a shorter check-in when needed. Licensed professionals can use structured CBT exercises and short between-session tasks that adapt well to remote work, but check the current session types before scheduling.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Hawaii
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address most often?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, ADHD, addictions, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and career concerns, plus life purpose and self-love.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
She uses practical, structured methods that focus on noticing thoughts and changing habits, combining CBT with client-centered and solution-focused approaches.
How much experience does she have?
She has 12 years of experience in the mental health field, working in settings such as inpatient teen treatment, group homes, community support, and school-based behavioral health.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is an LMHC licensed in Hawaii and holds a master's degree in Counselor Education from the University of Alaska, Anchorage.
Which languages are supported and can she work internationally?
Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats were not specified in the biography.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first appointment?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
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