About

Marissa Yoshikawa-Machado recognizes that reaching out for help can feel challenging and views that first step as an important move toward well-being.

She is a state-licensed Mental Health Counselor practicing in Hawaii and brings four years of experience in the counseling field. Marissa has worked in a range of settings with clients facing stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, low self-esteem, depression, Autism Spectrum Disorder, major life transitions, and communication difficulties.

Her therapeutic work emphasizes cognitive-behavioral strategies paired with mindfulness practices to help clients develop practical skills and present-moment awareness. She aims to maintain a therapeutic space built on openness, trust, and compassion where thoughts and feelings can be explored without judgment.

Marissa supports clients in addressing current challenges, processing past difficulties when appropriate, and planning steps toward future goals. She looks forward to meeting and working with new clients.

Location:
Hawaii, United States
Years Experience:
4
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety
Other areas of experience: Communication problems, Coping with life changes, Depression, Family, Forgiveness, Grief, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Relationship, Relationship, Self esteem, Self-love, Trauma and abuse, Workplace issues
Therapeutic approach:Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: HI LMHC MHC-798
  • NPI Number: 1497204887
  • License: LMHC (Hawaii) #MHC-798 exp 2026-06-30

Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly help. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One of the main advantages is flexibility. Clients can connect in the format that suits them best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule.

Licensed professionals provide care remotely, and clients have the option to switch therapists if they decide a different fit would be better. This approach can make therapy more accessible while maintaining the same professional standards found in face-to-face work.

How much experience does Marissa Yoshikawa-Machado have?

Marissa Yoshikawa-Machado has four years of experience providing therapy services.

Is Marissa Yoshikawa-Machado a licensed therapist?

Yes, Marissa Yoshikawa-Machado is a licensed therapist with HI LMHC MHC-798.

In which languages does Marissa Yoshikawa-Machado provide therapy?

Marissa Yoshikawa-Machado provides therapy in English.

Where is Marissa Yoshikawa-Machado located?

Marissa Yoshikawa-Machado is located in Hawaii.

How can I work with Marissa Yoshikawa-Machado as my therapist?

You can work with Marissa Yoshikawa-Machado through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

How much does therapy with Marissa Yoshikawa-Machado cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.