Dr. Michele Scofield, LCSW

Dr. Michele Scofield is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Hawaii who blends cognitive behavioral methods with client-centered listening. She uses practical tools to help people notice unhelpful thoughts, try small behavior changes, and build skills for day-to-day challenges.

Her background includes work in addiction, education, and mental health. That experience informs how she supports people facing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship strain. She also helps those navigating identity concerns and gender dysphoria.

In sessions she focuses on clear, doable steps. That might mean learning ways to manage strong emotions, practicing communication skills, or breaking problems into manageable pieces. She draws on mindfulness and dialectical behavior ideas when people need emotion regulation and distress-tolerance skills.

Michele brings three years of licensed practice to virtual formats like video, phone, chat, and messaging. She aims to meet people where they are and tailor methods to each person’s goals rather than use a one-size-fits-all plan.

People who reach out often want help with stress, addiction concerns, parenting strain, caregiver fatigue, codependency, or changes after loss or separation. She uses motivational interviewing techniques when people want to shift tough habits or substance use patterns.

Sessions are offered in English and reflect a practical, down-to-earth approach. Those interested begin by completing a short matching questionnaire and scheduling based on therapist availability.

How CBT and Skills-Based Therapy Work Online

Dr. Scofield often uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior changes that reduce anxiety and depression. CBT sessions typically focus on practical exercises and homework that can be reviewed in video or messaging formats.

She also draws on client-centered therapy, which emphasizes listening and building a trusting relationship so people feel understood as they set goals. Dialectical behavior therapy techniques are used when emotion regulation, distress tolerance, or interpersonal skills are needed; these teach clear tools for managing intense feelings.

Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to identify goals, try methods that fit their needs, and adjust the plan over time. Clients can expect treatment choices to be discussed and adapted based on what helps most.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is useful for full conversations and practicing skills together. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for shorter check-ins. Chat and messaging work well for brief updates, coaching between sessions, or people who prefer typed communication. These options make therapy more flexible for busy schedules and varied day-to-day demands.