Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Energy Psychology Therapy
Thought Field Therapy Center, founded by Dr. Caroline Sakai, is a leader in energy psychology and emotional wellness. With over 25 years of clinical experience, Dr. Sakai specializes in Thought Field Therapy (TFT), a tapping technique developed by Dr. Roger Callahan to address trauma, anxiety, and stress-related conditions. The center offers individual and couples therapy, professional training courses, and trauma relief missions globally. Dr. Sakais work, including her book Overcoming Adversity, highlights TFTs efficacy in treating PTSD and promoting resilience.The center combines evidence-based practices with personalized care, serving clients in Honolulu and through telehealth. Its commitment to innovation is reflected in research collaborations, international outreach in Rwanda and New Orleans, and partnerships with organizations like the Association for Comprehensive Energy Psychology. Accredited by NBCC for continuing education, the center emphasizes accessibility through seminars, online resources, and community-focused programs tailored to diverse needs.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counseling
Professional Training
Telehealth Sessions
Trauma Relief Missions
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- Over 25 years of clinical expertise in energy psychology
- Personalized TFT algorithms for trauma and anxiety relief
- Research-backed methods published in peer-reviewed journals
- Telehealth appointments for nationwide accessibility
- Global trauma relief missions in Rwanda and New Orleans
Associations and certifications
- National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)
What people say
Life-changing therapy
Effective stress relief
Compassionate care
Saved my life
Positive outcomes
Services
Individual Therapy
Tailored TFT sessions address anxiety, trauma, and emotional distress through meridian tapping techniques. Clients learn self-administered algorithms to manage stress and improve mental well-being. Backed by clinical research, this therapy promotes rapid symptom reduction for lasting emotional stability.
Professional Training
Certification courses teach healthcare professionals TFT diagnostic methods and algorithm applications. Participants gain skills to treat complex cases like PTSD and chronic pain. Accredited by NBCC, the program includes hands-on practice and evidence-based protocols for immediate clinical implementation.
Telehealth Sessions
Remote access to TFT therapy via secure video platforms. This service expands care to clients outside Honolulu, offering flexible scheduling for anxiety management and trauma recovery. Maintains the same personalized approach as in-person sessions with demonstrated effectiveness in clinical studies.
Trauma Relief Missions
International initiatives provide TFT training to communities affected by genocide, natural disasters, and conflict. Teams train local leaders in Rwanda and post-disaster zones to create sustainable mental health support networks using evidence-based tapping techniques adapted for cultural contexts.
Couples Counseling
Specialized TFT protocols address communication breakdowns and relationship stress. Sessions focus on resolving past traumas affecting partnerships while teaching couples energy psychology tools for conflict resolution and emotional regulation in daily interactions.
People
Dr. Caroline Sakai
Founder & Clinical Director
Dr. Sakai, a licensed clinical psychologist and authorized TFT trainer, has practiced energy psychology since 1998. Former Kaiser Behavioral Health Chief Psychologist, she developed intensive outpatient programs and conducts global trauma relief missions. Her research appears in peer-reviewed journals.
Questions
What conditions does TFT treat effectively?
TFT successfully addresses anxiety, trauma, PTSD, depression, phobias, and stress-related disorders through meridian tapping techniques validated by clinical research.
Is TFT therapy scientifically supported?
Yes, multiple peer-reviewed studies and randomized controlled trials demonstrate TFT's efficacy for trauma and anxiety, including SAMHSA-recognized evidence-based practices.
Can I learn TFT techniques independently?
Self-help resources and telehealth sessions teach personalized algorithms, while professional courses offer certification in diagnostic-level applications for complex cases.
Are telehealth appointments available?
Yes, virtual therapy sessions provide accessible care for clients outside Honolulu using secure video platforms with the same treatment effectiveness as in-person visits.
What training options exist for professionals?
NBCC-accredited courses cover algorithm and diagnostic-level TFT training, with 15 CE hours awarded upon completion of the 2-day certification program.
