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Jessica Colocho, LCSW

Hawaii LCSW supporting healing and change
  • Addiction and trauma care
  • Bilingual English and Spanish
  • Client centered support

About Jessica Colocho

Jessica Colocho, LCSW, is licensed in Hawaii and brings 11 years of professional experience to her clinical work. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - a credential that indicates advanced social work training and clinical practice - she focuses on helping people navigate stress and anxiety, cope with addictions, process trauma and abuse, and manage anger. Jessica approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she works collaboratively to shape conversations and treatment plans around each individual's unique needs and goals.

She emphasizes practical strategies alongside emotional exploration, tailoring interventions to fit the situation and the client's pace. Seeking change takes courage, and Jessica aims to support and empower people through the early steps of that process as well as through longer-term growth. Her practice prioritizes clear communication, thoughtful listening, and a commitment to helping clients build skills that promote greater wellbeing and more satisfying relationships.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

AddictionsRelationship issuesParenting issuesAnger managementDepression

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefSleeping disordersSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Commitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Jessica Colocho have?

She has 12 years of professional experience.

Is Jessica Colocho a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are HI LCSW LCSW-4216.

In which languages does Jessica Colocho provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Jessica Colocho located?

She is located in Hawaii.

How can I work with Jessica Colocho as my therapist?

Clients can work with her via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Jessica Colocho work with international clients?

She does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Jessica Colocho cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as a client's location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Clients should click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match them with a therapist. Depending on availability, they can then schedule their first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people learn to notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, while clarifying personal values and taking meaningful action; it can be useful for anxiety, depression, and avoidance patterns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical exercises and skill building, often applied to anxiety, depression, and stress management. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and the client's own capacity for growth, offering a supportive space to explore relationships, self-esteem, and life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Jessica collaborates with each person to determine whether one method or a blend of approaches best fits their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and support continuity when in-person visits are difficult. These formats allow licensed professionals and therapists to offer flexible scheduling, varied session styles, and ongoing contact between meetings so clients can access care in ways that suit their routines and circumstances.

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