Dr. Mona Stribling , HI Psychologist PSY-2160, FL Psychologist PY9891

Dr. Mona Stribling is a licensed psychologist practicing in Hawaii and Florida, holding the credentials HI Psychologist PSY-2160 and FL Psychologist PY9891. She brings 19 years of professional experience to her work, supporting people through stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and disability-related concerns.

Her approach is grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She emphasizes a solution-oriented, goal-directed, and strengths-based framework while remaining flexible and collaborative, tailoring treatment plans to the specific needs and goals of each individual. This includes attention to caregiver stress, communication challenges, relationship transitions such as divorce and separation, and concerns related to gender identity and sexual relationship structures.

Dr. Stribling also works with issues like guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, veteran and armed forces concerns, mood and panic disorders, narcissistic dynamics, infidelity, polyamory and non-monogamous relationship challenges, and post-traumatic stress. She creates a supportive environment for clients to talk, feel, process, and take steps forward, focusing on practical strategies and personal strengths to move toward a more fulfilling life.

With a patient-centered stance and a range of therapeutic tools, Dr. Stribling partners with clients to identify goals, build coping skills, and pursue meaningful change over time.

Therapeutic Approaches for Remote Care

Dr. Mona Stribling uses several evidence-informed approaches that translate well to online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values, accept difficult thoughts and feelings, and take committed action toward meaningful goals - it can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress related to life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve functioning - it is often applied to anxiety, panic, and mood disorders. Client-Centered Therapy offers a supportive, empathetic stance in which the therapist follows the client's lead and fosters self-exploration, which can be especially helpful for grief, identity concerns, and relationship challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Stribling works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts techniques over time based on what proves most helpful.

Online therapy with a licensed professional offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter conversations can occur via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, maintain continuity of care during transitions, and access consistent support from qualified therapists regardless of location.