- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Stress and anxiety
- Family of origin issues
About Edward
Dr. Edward Suarez is a Hawaii psychologist with 20 years of experience. He holds the credential HI Psychologist PSY-839 and WA Psychologist PY61194160. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationships, depression, coping with life changes, and related concerns.
He trained at the University of Hawaii and has worked with people across states and internationally. Early work included cross-cultural approaches to severe mental illnesses, and his practice later broadened to adjustment, stress and coping, social anxiety, OCD, and phobias. He also lists family of origin issues among his focus areas.
His approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside client-centered and trauma-informed practices. He often begins with an assessment that includes health habits like sleep, diet, exercise, and social connections. This helps identify practical areas to address right away.
Sessions typically center on building rapport and clear communication. He emphasizes straightforward skill building - communication, stress management, and problem solving - so people can use what they learn outside of sessions.
Dr. Suarez describes working collaboratively to create a plan that is led by the client. Progress is tracked and reviewed, with an aim toward measurable change over a focused period of work.
CBT approaches and online sessions
Dr. Suarez uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, phobias, and relationship patterns by breaking problems into manageable steps.He also integrates client-centered and trauma-informed practices. Client-centered elements mean sessions focus on the person's goals and experience. Trauma-informed elements mean attention to how past stress can affect current coping, without assuming a specific diagnosis.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. That collaboration includes reviewing progress and adjusting methods as required.
Practical benefits of online sessions include making it easier to fit work into a busy week and reducing travel time. If you need specific session formats, confirm the current options before booking to ensure they match your schedule and preferences. Licensed professionals can use online work to keep therapy consistent while people manage daily responsibilities.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Florida, Hawaii, Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and mood concerns, as well as family of origin issues and other life adjustments.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a practical, skills-focused style that emphasizes rapport, clear communication, and tracking progress over time.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 20 years of experience providing mental health services in the US and internationally.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is listed as HI Psychologist PSY-839 and WA Psychologist PY61194160 and is based in Hawaii.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or countries?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
Which session formats does he provide?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is pricing handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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