MALIE CARVALHO
LCSW
Born and raised in Hawaii, Malie takes great pride in calling this special place home. As a local, her mission is to give back to the community by helping individuals overcome past traumas and adapt to life’s changes and stressors. She believes in the power of connection, resilience, and healing, and she is passionate about supporting others on their journey to well-being.
​
Malie brings a compassionate and collaborative approach to therapy, combining evidence-based practices with a deep cultural understanding and sensitivity. Her work is rooted in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel empowered to explore their challenges and discover their inner strength. She often integrates cognitive-behavioral techniques, dialectical behavioral techniques, mindfulness techniques, and trauma-informed care to provide personalized support tailored to each individual’s needs.
In her sessions, Malie focuses on building trust and fostering an authentic, supportive connection. She works alongside clients to navigate life’s challenges, whether they are healing from past experiences, undergoing a significant transition, or seeking strategies to manage stress. Her goal is to help clients find clarity, balance, and confidence in their path forward.
AREA OF FOCUS
-
Adjustment Disorder
-
Anxiety
-
ADD/ADHD
-
Depression
-
Family Communication & Conflict
-
Life Coaching
-
Life Transition
-
OCD
-
PTSD
-
Trauma
DEMOGRAPHICS​
-
Adults (18+)
-
Elders (65+)
-
Students
-
Native Hawaiian Culture
-
People Local to Hawaii
THERAPEUTIC MODALITIES
-
Coaching
-
EMDR
-
Exposure & Response Prevention
-
Motivational Interviewing
-
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
-
Strength-Based Therapy
-
Written Exposure Therapy
