Dr. Lisa Gomes, PsyD
(she/her)
About Me
I have been using EMDR as a primary mode of therapy since 2017. My trainers are Mr. Richard B. Smith, M.S., LMFT, Philip Manfield, PhD, and Nina Zadurian, PhD. I have used EMDR in military and private settings, with successful outcomes for both "Big T" and "Little T" traumatic memories. I live and work in Hawai'i, on the island of 'Oahu, and am starting private practice after working over 24 years as a civilian psychologist with the Army. I also love the outdoors and play fiddle professionally when not working in the office.
Education & Experience
Education: Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), American School of Professional Psychology, Hawaii, graduated 2000 Master's of Education (M.Ed.) Counseling and Guidance, 1984 Bachelor of Arts, Vassar College, 1980 Experience: over 24 years as a clinical psychologist with the Department of Defense (Army) in Hawai'i working with active duty service members, dependents (children, spouses and families) and retirees. Experience includes: utilization of EMDR in individual therapy (including combat experience), group therapy, psychological and psycheducational evaluations of children and adults. Modes of therapy include: EMDR, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic, DBT, CBT, play and art therapy.
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
Hawai'i Psychological Association
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- ADD/ADHD/Disruptive Behavior Disorders
- Anger Management
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
- Chronic Pain
- Depression
- Family Issues
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Mood Disorders
- Moral Injury
- Phobias
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Race, Culture, Ethnicity Issues
- Sexual Abuse
- Sleep Disorders
- Somatic Issues
- Spirituality
- Sports Injuries
- Stress Management
- Survivor's Guilt
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults
- BIPOC
- Expats
- First Responders
- Immigrants
- LGBTQ+
- Seniors
- Underserved
- Veterans/Military
Language
- English
Insurance
HMSA
