Dr. Sonya Boone, LCSW

Dr. Sonya Boone is a licensed clinical social worker with 16 years of experience. She practices in Hawaii and offers therapy shaped by her background in behavioral health and social work. She aims for a calm, respectful space where people can bring hard things to talk about and begin to feel more steady.

She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and challenges tied to relationships and family life. She also supports people dealing with grief, parenting strain, career crossroads, bipolar mood concerns, and compassion fatigue. Her focus includes attachment and abandonment issues, communication problems, and blended family dynamics.

Her training includes a Doctorate in Behavioral Health, a Master of Social Work, a Master of Health Service Administration, a Master of Studies in Law, and a Bachelor of Science in psychology. These degrees shaped how she listens and plans concrete steps with clients. She uses practical methods rather than abstract theory.

Sessions emphasize skills and small changes that fit everyday life. Expect clear conversations about goals and steps you can try between sessions. She draws on approaches like cognitive behavioral ideas, mindfulness, acceptance-oriented tools, and client-centered listening.

Her work is grounded in respect for cultural differences and varied life paths. She aims to help people build resilience and clearer communication. To begin, clients follow the site process to match and schedule sessions.

Therapeutic approaches and online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) invites people to clarify what matters most and take small, values-guided steps even when feelings are difficult. It can help with anxiety, stress, and life transitions by shifting attention toward meaningful action. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect and teaches practical skill work to change unhelpful patterns. It is often useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with day-to-day problems. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and building a trusting relationship so clients feel heard and can find their own solutions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust as the work progresses so the plan fits the person's needs.

The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find virtual meetings help maintain continuity when life is unpredictable and let them practice skills in the settings where problems arise. Licensed professionals can adapt these approaches to an online setting and help clients use tools between sessions to build steady routines.