Dr. Michele Scofield , LCSW

Michele Scofield, LCSW, is a Hawaii-based licensed social worker who focuses on supporting people through stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family concerns, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, and related life changes. They work with a broad range of issues including ADHD, bipolar mood concerns, anger, self-esteem, and compassion fatigue, and they also address specific areas such as abandonment, caregiver stress, codependency, communication difficulties, and substance use. Drawing on client-centered principles alongside evidence-based methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, they helps clients build practical skills, clarify values, and strengthen coping strategies.

With three years of clinical experience practicing in Hawaii, Michele brings an attentive, nonjudgmental stance to therapeutic work and supports clients across diverse identities, including LGBT and gender dysphoria concerns. They emphasize collaboration in setting goals and tailoring interventions to each person’s circumstances, whether the focus is addiction recovery, family-of-origin patterns, parenting, or processing trauma and loss. Michele communicates in English and offers care informed by the cultural context of Hawaii, aiming to meet clients where they are and help them move toward meaningful change.

Approaches and online support tailored to you

Michele integrates Client-Centered Therapy to create a respectful, empathic space where clients guide the focus and pace of work - this approach helps people who need acceptance, clarity, and steady support while exploring personal challenges. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify patterns of thought and behavior and to develop practical skills for managing anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete tools for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improved interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for intense mood or relationship difficulties.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Michele works with each person to understand goals, preferences, and life circumstances, and then recommends or combines techniques that best fit their needs. This shared decision-making helps clients feel invested and supported as they try different strategies.

Online therapy with Michele is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules or limited mobility. These options make it easier to attend sessions from home or while traveling, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access consistent support without added commuting time. Licensed professionals and therapists can adapt evidence-based methods to work effectively in these formats, helping clients progress toward their goals.