Dr. Edward Suarez , HI Psychologist PSY-839, WA Psychologist PY61194160

Dr. Edward Suarez is a licensed clinical psychologist based in Hawaii with 20 years of experience providing consultation, training, and mental health services to a broad range of individuals around the world. He holds licenses as a psychologist in Hawaii (HI Psychologist PSY-839) and Washington (WA Psychologist PY61194160) and earned his doctoral degree from the University of Hawaii, where he focused on cross-cultural approaches to severe mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depression. Over the course of his career he has worked in locations including Florida and Hawaii and spent time headquartered in Morocco supporting U.S. Peace Corps volunteers as they adjusted to life in Africa, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe.

His practice draws on evidence-informed, client-centered and trauma-informed methods, with a central emphasis on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) augmented by mindfulness practices and motivational interviewing. He applies these tools to address stress and anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, ADHD, bipolar disorder, grief, and other life adjustments. Initial work typically begins with a holistic assessment that reviews sleep, nutrition, exercise, social supports, stress coping skills, and self-care alongside each person’s specific concerns.

Dr. Suarez prioritizes rapport building through empathic listening, acceptance, and genuineness while teaching interpersonal communication, intrapersonal self-care, and problem-solving skills. Treatment is collaborative and goal-driven, with client-led planning and regular tracking of progress so that many clients achieve meaningful change on an efficient timeline, often within one to two months.

Therapeutic Approaches Adapted for Online Care

Dr. Edward Suarez commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which helps people identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT in online sessions focuses on practical skills, structured exercises, and goal-oriented work that can be practiced between appointments.

He also integrates mindfulness techniques to help clients develop present-moment awareness and stress management skills. Mindfulness exercises may be taught and reinforced during virtual sessions to support sleep, emotion regulation, and coping with chronic stress.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Dr. Suarez works with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and then tailors methods so therapy fits the individual. Clients and therapist set clear goals and evaluate progress together to determine the best path forward.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility by allowing sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care across locations and schedules, letting clients engage in therapy in ways that suit their daily life and commitments.