- Client-centered methods
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practices
About Noelani
Noelani Neroes is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with three years of clinical experience based in Hawaii. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, issues related to LGBT identity, self-esteem concerns, and mood conditions such as bipolar. Noelani lists guilt and shame among the issues she addresses.
Noelani keeps sessions practical and direct. She listens for recurring thoughts and behaviors that keep someone stuck. Then she helps people try small, concrete steps to test new ways of thinking and acting. Conversations often include learning to notice unhelpful thoughts and practicing gentler self-talk.
Her approach draws on client-centered methods that prioritize the person's perspective. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques are used to spot thinking patterns and try alternative responses. Mindfulness practices are offered when people want tools to reduce reactivity and ground themselves in the present.
Noelani also uses motivational interviewing to support people weighing change or juggling mixed feelings. That can look like mapping pros and cons, clarifying values, and setting manageable next steps. She pays attention to how past experiences shape current guilt or shame and to practical ways to move forward.
Sessions are straightforward and aimed at helping people make sense of hard feelings. The focus is on usable skills, clearer thinking, and small changes that fit daily life. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.
Therapeutic approaches and remote sessions
Noelani uses Client-Centered Therapy to center the person's own experience and priorities. That approach focuses on listening, reflecting what the person says, and helping them find their own direction for change. It can help when someone feels pushed around by others' expectations or is unsure what matters most to them.She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. CBT involves identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and practicing alternative responses. This approach is often useful for anxiety, persistent guilt, and self-critical thinking.
Deciding which approach to use is part of the work together. Noelani will discuss options based on the person's goals, concerns, and preferences and will adjust methods as progress and needs become clearer. The process is collaborative and paced to the individual's comfort.
Session formats are not listed in the original biography, so confirm the current online options before booking. When arranged, remote sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, or allow a shorter check-in when schedules demand it. Many people find that online work lets them keep continuity with a licensed professional while balancing day-to-day responsibilities.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Hawaii
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to guilt and shame?
She works with guilt and shame alongside trauma, anxiety, self-esteem, and mood concerns such as bipolar.
How would she approach feelings of guilt or shame?
She uses client-centered conversations to understand the person's perspective, then applies CBT techniques to notice unhelpful thoughts and try different responses.
What is her professional background and experience?
Noelani is an LCSW with three years of clinical experience working with adults on stress, trauma, LGBT issues, and related concerns.
Where is she licensed and based?
She holds an HI LCSW credential and practices in Hawaii.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she accept clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.