Darryl Khan, LMHC

Darryl Khan is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Hawaii with 20 years of clinical experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and parenting challenges, addiction, and anger. He also supports those dealing with grief, life changes, attention differences, and career or self-esteem concerns.

He uses straightforward, skills-based methods in sessions. That includes cognitive behavioral approaches to spot unhelpful thinking and DBT strategies for regulating strong emotions. He also draws on existential ideas to help people find meaning when they feel stuck.

Much of his work has involved people connected to systems like child welfare, family court, and public safety departments. He has helped clients manage chronic mental health conditions and recover from substance use problems over many years. Those experiences shape a practical approach to day-to-day problems.

Sessions are interactive and emphasize clear tools to try between meetings. Clients can expect to learn strategies for reducing reactivity, improving communication, and handling triggers that lead to snapping or resentment. The focus is on what can change in everyday routines.

He trained at Gonzaga University and holds a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology. Over two decades in practice, he has continued using CBT and DBT-informed techniques alongside conversational, values-oriented work. He offers counseling in English and practices in Hawaii.

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