Private Insurance (HMSA, Kaiser, Aloha Care, etc.)
Talk to your family doctor about next steps.
Talk to a counselor, student services coordinator or principal at your child’s school. Click here for a list of public school phone numbers.
Use the Hawaii Psychological Association (HPA) “Find a Psychologist/Licensed Mental Health Professional” search engine.**
Hawai'i Pro Bono Mental Health Center: This program offers online services on a first-come, first-served basis. To register, complete this request form and you will be notified when a mental health care provider is available.
Hawai’i Behavioral Health Connection: HiBHC connects Hawai’i residents with licensed behavioral health providers regardless of insurance of ability to pay. To request mental health support, complete this referral request form.
In any emergency needing immediate action, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room as these services are not suitable for urgent circumstances.
The inclusion of the resources above does not imply endorsement of any specific provider and is intended for reference purposes only.
**Please note that our inclusion of the HPA search engine as an option does not imply endorsement of any particular provider, or liability with services. Parents are encouraged to ask potential therapists directly about their experiences with evidence-based practices in addition to using the HPA search engine. Parents could also talk to their primary care provider to get a referral from someone they trust; however, for some families using the HPA search engine may be a more convenient option.
