HI I’M ANGELA

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist | Limited Licensed Psychologist | Credentialed in both Hawaii & Michigan

I’m the Founder and Clinical Director of Adaptations Therapy Institute, a fully licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, and I believe therapy should feel safe, thoughtful, effective, and human. My work is grounded in attachment-based and trauma-informed care, with a focus on helping people navigate real life with more clarity, compassion, and security in themselves.

You don’t need to have everything figured out to start. I’m here to help you take the next step, and I look forward to supporting you.

MY STORY

I’m Angela Palaian, an Armenian-American Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Limited Licensed Psychologist based in Michigan and Hawaiian islands - here to guide you through life’s most complex matters. I grew up in the Midwest where I was clinically trained at Wayne State University (Detroit) and University of Michigan (Dearborn) to offer psychological services to individuals, couples, and families in crisis. I now offer virtual therapy services to adolescents, adults, and couples in Hawaii and Michigan. My clients’ well-being and positive progress toward their identified goals is our ultimate focus. I love holding space and witnessing each person on their authentic journey toward self-inquiry, growth and expansion. I am inspired by my patients' courage to push past their fears, practice vulnerability, and face themselves every day. I offer professional services in a safe, warm, light-hearted, and nonjudgmental atmosphere catered to your particular needs.

Since 2013, I have provided a number of specialized therapeutic services to those dealing with challenging life experiences. Patient well-being is my number one priority. I utilize Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy (PACT certified Level One, which is an attachment-based framework), Nonviolent Communication, IFS, and Treating Trauma tools to meet you where you are at and honor your unique needs, pace, and process. Together we collaborate to guide you and your loved ones through all of life's obstacles. Get in touch with me today for more information.

MY QUALIFICATIONS

DUAL DISORDERS & ADDICTIONS THERAPIST

2014 - 2017

Integrated Dual-Disorders Treatment Therapist - Facilitate individual psychotherapy and group sessions to adult population suffering from co-occurring severe addiction and mental illness. Adhere to IDDT model and all organizational policies and procedures. Maintain consistent communication with supervisor via timely progress reports, treatment plans, assessments, trainings, and case conference.

LICENSED MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPIST

COUPLES THERAPIST, RELATIONSHIP COUNSELOR (PACT CERTIFIED LEVEL ONE)

2016 - present

Angela Palaian LLC - Inspiring and assisting adolescents, adult individuals and couples located in Hawaii (LMFT) and Michigan (LMFT & LLP). My goal is to provide a warm, safe space to help amplify your own self-awareness so that you can plan and engage the necessary steps toward positive change. Offering virtual services.

HOMELESS & RUNAWAY YOUTH WORKER | FAMILY COUNSELOR

2013 - 2016

Residential Technician - Provide direct care services to families and youths living with severe mental illness and development disabilities. Monitor at-risk youths participating in respite care and transitional housing programs with main goal of reunification with family.