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- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Sleep and depression
About Maribeth
LCSW in Hawaii with 40 years of clinical experience, Maribeth Theisen helps people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleep problems, low self-esteem, and depression. She also works with issues related to chronic pain and illness, communication difficulties, life purpose, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety and phobia, self-love, and women's issues. Maribeth practices in English and accepts international clients.
She focuses on practical, evidence-based techniques adapted to each person's situation. Sessions emphasize clear goals and straightforward strategies for coping with day-to-day symptoms. Conversations center on what is happening now and what can change in small, manageable steps.
Maribeth pays attention to how symptoms affect daily life, such as sleep, motivation, and relationships. She helps people identify patterns that increase distress and tests new ways of responding. Work can include building routines, improving communication skills, and addressing worry and avoidance that interfere with functioning.
Her approach is collaborative. Maribeth invites clients to set priorities and to review progress frequently. She explains options and adjusts plans when something is not helping.
Clients can expect direct feedback and practical homework between sessions. The emphasis is on usable tools that fit into a busy life. To begin, follow the site's matching and scheduling steps to arrange a first session.
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Evidence-based approaches and remote sessions
Maribeth uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on skills people can practice. One approach focuses on reducing anxiety by identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to lower worry and avoidance. This helps when fear or rumination interferes with daily life. Another approach targets trauma-related symptoms by stabilizing sleep and daily routines, teaching grounding strategies, and gradually addressing distressing memories when the person is ready.Figuring out which approach fits best is part of the work. She discusses options with each person and adjusts methods based on their goals, symptoms, and preferences. The process is collaborative and reviews progress frequently so strategies can change when they are not helpful.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when that suits someone's day. Therapists and licensed professionals often use remote sessions to keep momentum between in-person visits or when regular travel is difficult. Confirm the exact session types offered and scheduling details when you arrange a first appointment.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
40+ years
Listed in
Hawaii
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping problems, self-esteem issues, and depression. Additional focuses include chronic pain, communication problems, life purpose, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety, self-love, and women's issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses practical, evidence-based techniques and a collaborative approach. Sessions emphasize clear goals, direct feedback, and strategies to try between meetings.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 40 years of professional work experience in clinical settings. That background informs her practical approach to common problems like sleep and anxiety.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW licensed in Hawaii. Her practice is listed as located in Hawaii.
Does she work in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are accepted.
Which session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Check the listing for region-specific pricing.
What are the first steps to start working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the site.
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