alo.ha psych associates inc.

alo.ha psych associates inc. Transforming Behavioral, Emotional, Physical & Social Health

Only about 2% of mental health apps have research behind them.Reference: Lochner et al., 2025, Torous et al. 2025Let tha...
05/15/2026

Only about 2% of mental health apps have research behind them.
Reference: Lochner et al., 2025, Torous et al. 2025

Let that sink in.

In a world full of tools,
very few are actually tested for effectiveness.

So how do we think about apps in mental health care?

A simple way is through a SWOT lens:

Strengths
High accessibility and scalability
Self-monitoring, tracking, and personalization
Support for workforce shortages

Weaknesses
Low engagement and high dropout rates
Limited robust studies across diverse populations
Lack of human connection

Threats
Privacy and data security concerns
Potential for adverse or misleading clinical effects
Digital divide, not everyone has equal access

Opportunities
Blended care, integrating technology with therapy
Early detection and continuous support
Co-creating treatment with patients

Technology is not the problem.
But it is also not the solution on its own.

The future of mental health is not app or therapist.
It is integration.

Human in the loop.

At Aloha Psych, we believe tools can support care,
but healing happens in connection.

If you are navigating mental health support and want a more integrated approach, you do not have to do it alone.
Aloha Psych serves California and Hawaii, and we are currently accepting new patients.

Navigating grief, profound life transitions, and medical crises requires a therapeutic space that honors both the psycho...
05/14/2026

Navigating grief, profound life transitions, and medical crises requires a therapeutic space that honors both the psychological and spiritual dimensions of healing. It is about fostering a collaborative relationship where pain can be safely processed and transformed into resilience.

At Aloha Psych, we provide compassionate, holistic care tailored to your unique story. Heidi Johnston is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience across hospital, hospice, and outpatient settings. By integrating evidence-based practices such as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy, she walks alongside individuals, couples, and families navigating complex emotional landscapes. She believes that even in the face of profound challenges, healing is always possible when supported by genuine connection and psychological safety.

We serve San Diego and Hawaii and are currently accepting new patients.

Visit alohapsych.com or send us a message to get started.

We often celebrate independence.But independence does not begin alone.It begins in connection.In being held.Supported.Se...
05/10/2026

We often celebrate independence.

But independence does not begin alone.
It begins in connection.

In being held.
Supported.
Seen.

That is what makes growth possible.

This Mother’s Day, we honor the ones who nurtured that foundation.
And we also hold space for those still rebuilding it.

Because connection can be repaired.
And from there, everything else can grow.

Aloha Psych serves California and Hawaii, and we are currently accepting new patients.

Sometimes it feels like something is wrong with you.So you try to fix yourself.Be more disciplined.More productive.More ...
05/09/2026

Sometimes it feels like something is wrong with you.

So you try to fix yourself.
Be more disciplined.
More productive.
More in control.

But the problem is not you.

It is the disconnection,
from your needs,
your body,
your internal rhythm.

We learn to override ourselves.
Ignore signals.
Push through.
Perform instead of feel.

And the world often rewards that…
until it stops working.

What if the solution is not more effort,
but more connection?

Not becoming someone new,
but rebuilding the relationship
you have with yourself.

In therapy, we focus on
presence before performance,
awareness before action,
connection before correction.

Because you are not a problem to be fixed.
You are a system to be understood.

And healing begins
when you stop fighting yourself
and start listening.

If something in you feels distant, you do not have to find your way back alone.
Aloha Psych serves California and Hawaii, and we are currently accepting new patients.

Navigating family dynamics, parenting challenges, and personal transitions requires a collaborative and evidence-informe...
05/08/2026

Navigating family dynamics, parenting challenges, and personal transitions requires a collaborative and evidence-informed approach. It is about equipping individuals with practical tools that translate clinical insight into everyday behavioral change.

At Aloha Psych, our professionals are dedicated to fostering emotional growth and strengthening relationships. Fernanda Lee is a Marriage and Family Therapy Intern with a master’s degree in Education, Certified Play Therapist, and a Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator. Grounded in Adlerian psychology, she integrates psychoeducation and relational work to support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, and communication barriers. By providing culturally responsive care in both English and Portuguese, she empowers clients to view challenges as opportunities for personal growth.

We serve San Diego and Hawaii and are currently accepting new patients.

Visit alohapsych.com or send us a message to get started.

05/03/2026

In partnership with in San Diego, CA, we continue to expand how we show up, together, for those who serve in the Navy.

This conversation was led by two psychologists, and Navy veterans, William Blair, Ph.D., and David Burke, Ph.D., who invited providers and students into a deeper understanding of Navy culture. Not just to learn, but to connect, collaborate, and care with greater intention.

When we align across communities and disciplines, we strengthen the circle of support around service members and their families.

At Aloha Psych, partnership is part of healing, bridging mental health and medical communities through presence, respect, and shared purpose.

"There is a voice inside you.It speaks all day long.Sometimes it says:“You are not enough.”“You messed this up.”That is ...
05/01/2026

"There is a voice inside you.
It speaks all day long.

Sometimes it says:
“You are not enough.”
“You messed this up.”

That is your Inner Critic.

But there is another voice.
Quieter.
Kinder.

It says:
“Try again.”
“You are learning.”
“Keep going.”

That is your Inner Coach.

Notice which voice you are giving more attention.
And gently choose the one that helps you grow.

At Aloha Psych, we help you strengthen that voice within you that supports healing, not shame.

Ready to shift your inner dialogue? We are here to walk with you.
Aloha Psych serves San Diego and Hawaii, and we are currently accepting new patients. Visit alohapsych.com to get started.

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Aloha Psych is your partner in health in California and Hawaii. In April, we had the privilege of welcoming Todd Benjami...
04/30/2026

Aloha Psych is your partner in health in California and Hawaii.

In April, we had the privilege of welcoming Todd Benjamin Young, MD, and Nicodemus M. Watts, MD, DFAACAP, co-founders of Paxina Health in San Diego, to share their expertise in interventional psychiatry, including TMS and Spravato.

These conversations strengthen our role as a trusted partner in health, expanding how we support our clients through integrative, evidence-based care and ongoing clinician education.

This is how we continue to show up, through collaboration, learning, and care that honors both mind and body.

Through our collaboration with Paxina Health, we are able to explore additional treatment options when appropriate. If you are curious about how this partnership can support your care, we invite you to connect with our team.

04/26/2026

It is not the weight of the stressor that overwhelms you. It is how long you carry it without a pause.

If you hold a glass of water for a minute, it is light. If you hold it for an hour, your arm begins to ache. If you hold it for an entire day, the pain becomes unbearable. The actual weight of the water never changes, but the prolonged tension exhausts your physical capacity.

Emotional stress functions in the exact same way. When you carry chronic tension without moments of psychological safety, your nervous system remains trapped in a constant state of hyperarousal. It is not necessarily the size of the problem that depletes you; it is the absence of recovery.

Putting the glass down is not a sign of weakness. It is a necessary practice for nervous system regulation. True resilience requires knowing when to release the weight so you can restore your window of tolerance and return to a grounded state.

At Aloha Psych, we help people regulate, reconnect, and keep going, one step at a time. We serve San Diego and Hawaii and are currently accepting new patients. Visit alohapsych.com or send us a message to get started.

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The words you repeat today become the voice they carry tomorrow.A few small shifts, and everything starts to feel differ...
04/25/2026

The words you repeat today become the voice they carry tomorrow.

A few small shifts, and everything starts to feel different.

Aloha Psych serves San Diego and Hawaii, and we are currently accepting new patients. Visit alohapsych.com or send us a DM to get started.

Addressing deep-rooted emotional patterns and complex family dynamics requires a structured, client-centered approach th...
04/22/2026

Addressing deep-rooted emotional patterns and complex family dynamics requires a structured, client-centered approach that honors the connection between the mind and the body. Effective clinical care involves meeting individuals exactly where they are and supporting them as they navigate their unique challenges.

At Aloha Psych, our team is equipped to provide comprehensive and evidence-informed treatment. Ian Saward is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. With extensive experience in crisis, residential, and outpatient settings, he integrates cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapies to treat trauma, anxiety, and mood disorders. By utilizing mindfulness tools and motivational interviewing, he assists clients in building resilience and achieving lasting behavioral change.

We serve San Diego and Hawaii and are currently accepting new patients.

Visit alohapsych.com or send us a message to get started.

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3517 Camino Del Rio South Suite #302
San Diego, CA
92108

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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