About CBT Hawaii
Welcome to CBT Hawaii! We are dedicated to meeting your therapeutic needs, whether in-person or online.
On our Frequently Asked Questions page, you’ll find comprehensive information about our specialties, our commitment to confidentiality, our fee structure, and how we work with insurance.
We encourage you to get to know our team by exploring each therapist’s unique educational background, specialized training, and areas of interest. We take pride in our diverse team of professionals, each committed to fostering an environment of growth and healing.
We look forward to guiding you on your journey towards wellbeing.
Meet Our Therapists
Frank Bartolone, Psy.D.
Frank Bartolone, Psy.D. grew up in the New York City area and moved to Hawaii in 1986 in order to complete…
Sean Ransom, Ph.D.
Dr. Sean Ransom, the co-founder of the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Center of Hawaii, trained in CBT at the University of…
Gina Ruiz, LMHC, CSAC
Gina Ruiz, LMHC, CSAC, obtained her Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling at Adams State University in Colorado after attending…
Allison Smith, Ph.D.
Allison Smith, Ph.D., is an experienced therapist who currently serves as a post-doctoral fellow working under the supervision of Dr….
Jared Valdez, Psy.D.
Jared Valdez, PsyD received his doctorate in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Health Psychology from Alliant International University in…
Ashley Wiberg, LCSW, CSAC
Ashley Wiberg, LCSW, CSAC, has been a leader and team-builder in the world of healthcare in Hawaii. A co-founder and former…
Our Core Values
The Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Center of Hawaii, or CBT Hawaii, was founded in 2015. Our core values include:
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Expertise in CBT and Related Treatments
Our patients get effective, data-based treatment and evaluation from skillful clinicians
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Caring, Compassion & Healing
Both patients and staff are people first, and we aim to create a welcoming environment that promotes patient progress
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Sustainability
Тhe treatments we use are linked to long-term successful outcomes, and we have infrastructure in place for the clinic to function smoothly, and we believe in a healthy work / life balance for staff
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Increasing Access
Improving evidence-based mental health services available in the community through sister clinics, ongoing peer mentoring, and training new clinicians
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