- Stress and grief
- Communication skills
- Social anxiety focus
About Brian
Brian Kanno is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with seven years of experience working in Hawaii. He focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, grief, and self-esteem, and lists social anxiety and phobia among his areas of focus. He offers sessions in English and uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
In sessions he helps people name what feels overwhelming and break problems into manageable steps. He often works on communication skills and reducing isolation, and he supports people dealing with guilt, shame, and forgiveness. Conversations tend to be practical and paced to fit what each person can handle.
Brian also supports clients who are exploring life purpose and self-love. He uses approaches grounded in research to help people try small changes between meetings and notice what shifts. Therapy can include practicing new ways of speaking up, testing social situations in small steps, and reflecting on personal values.
He describes his work as collaborative and culturally informed. As an Asian therapist practicing in Hawaii, he attends to cultural context and how identity affects relationships and emotional life. That perspective shapes how he and a client set goals and measure progress.
Before booking, readers should confirm current session options. Brian asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first appointment through the site.
How evidence-based methods translate to online sessions
Many evidence-based therapeutic techniques focus on changing patterns of thought and behavior through practical steps. For example, cognitive-behavioral approaches help people spot unhelpful thinking and try small behavioral experiments to test new ways of acting. These methods are often used to address anxiety and mood concerns. Behavioral exposure techniques break feared situations into small, manageable steps and guide gradual practice of those steps. This can be useful for social anxiety and phobia by helping someone build confidence through repeated, structured practice with support. Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose methods that match goals, preferences, and how they respond to early exercises. That means trying an approach, checking how it feels, and adjusting course together. Session logistics should be confirmed before booking because the biography does not list specific formats. Ask which session formats are offered and how they fit into daily life. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Phone or video each have practical differences - phone can be simpler when bandwidth is limited, and video allows face-to-face practice of social skills. Confirm the available options when you arrange your first appointment.Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Hawaii
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, and low self-esteem. Social anxiety and phobia are listed among his focus areas.
What is his approach to therapy?
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and a collaborative style. Sessions focus on practical skills like communication and steps to reduce isolation.
How much experience does he have?
He has seven years of clinical experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. That experience is based in Hawaii.
What are his credentials and location?
He is an LCSW licensed in Hawaii and practices in Hawaii. Sessions are offered in English.
Can people who live outside the U.S. work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time. Sessions are offered in English to people located where his practice permits.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm pricing details on the booking page.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session. That process begins the intake and scheduling steps.