Licensed clinical social worker recordHawaii
Brian Kanno, LCSW
Hawaii
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - anxiety and relationships
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Hawaii
- LCSW, licence LCSW-4043
- NPI
- 1629620299
- Experience
- 7 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Hawaii
These details come from information Brian supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship concerns
- Grief and loss
About Brian
Brian Kanno is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Hawaii with seven years of experience. He focuses on common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, grief, and low self-esteem. He works with people who want practical help for everyday emotional strain.
Brian emphasizes straightforward conversation and problem-solving. He helps people talk through communication problems, feelings of guilt and shame, and struggles with isolation or social anxiety. He also supports people who are rethinking life purpose and learning self-love.
In sessions he encourages clear steps and small experiments people can try between meetings. He uses methods drawn from evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms and improve coping. The work is collaborative and goal-oriented, with attention to what fits a person’s daily life in Hawaii and beyond.
Brian brings cultural awareness to his practice. As an Asian clinician working in Hawaii he pays attention to cultural values and identity in how problems show up and how solutions are found. That perspective is woven into practical strategies rather than presented as theory.
People who choose him can expect a direct, calm approach focused on skills for communication, managing anxiety, and processing loss. He guides clients toward clearer choices and manageable steps, not vague prescriptions.
BHow sessions work
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Brian draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and changes in thinking and behavior. One approach emphasizes identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new ways of thinking to reduce anxiety and depression. This helps with social anxiety, worry, and low mood by teaching how to notice and challenge thoughts.Another approach centers on building communication and interpersonal skills. It breaks down difficult conversations into clear steps and practices, which helps with relationship strain, conflict, and feelings of isolation. These techniques are meant to improve everyday interactions and reduce repeated misunderstandings.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. He will review what’s been tried, discuss your goals, and suggest options. This is a collaborative process where the client’s needs and preferences guide which techniques are used.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session formats before booking since the biography does not list specific options. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, permit shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, homework, and communication skills practice to remote formats so progress continues between meetings.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Hawaii
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, grief, and self-esteem concerns, plus related issues such as communication problems and social anxiety.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is practical and collaborative, using evidence-based techniques to set goals, teach skills, and try small experiments between sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has seven years of experience as a clinician supporting people with mood and interpersonal concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Hawaii and practices there.
Does he offer sessions in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers