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- Addictions support
- Grief and loss
- Stress and anxiety
About Graceann
Graceann Akazawa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Hawaii with three years of clinical experience. She focuses on addictions, grief, stress, anxiety, depression, and compassion fatigue. Sessions are conducted in English and she also addresses aging and geriatric concerns, fertility issues, first responder challenges, self-love, sexual assault and abuse, and workplace problems.
Graceann adapts conversations and care plans to each person's situation. She listens for what is most pressing, then helps set short-term goals that feel doable. Typical sessions involve talking through current struggles, identifying patterns, and planning small steps to reduce distress.
Her background is in direct clinical work supporting people dealing with loss and substance use concerns. Over her three years she has worked with a range of stress- and grief-related situations. Her practical focus is on coping strategies that can be used between sessions.
Graceann emphasizes mutual decision-making about next steps rather than imposing a single method. She encourages people to describe what helps and what does not, then adjusts the plan accordingly. Many clients find this collaborative approach useful when managing mood, stress, or difficult life events.
To begin, people are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Payment uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Confirm current session formats before booking to make sure they meet your needs.
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How her approaches fit into online work
Graceann uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address grief and addictive behaviors. For grief she focuses on processing loss through structured conversations that help people remember, name feelings, and plan everyday coping steps. For addictions she emphasizes practical strategies to manage triggers, build routine, and reduce harm while working toward personal goals.Finding the right method is part of therapy. The therapist will work with each person to test approaches and decide what feels most useful. That collaborative process means plans are adjusted based on progress, goals, and personal preferences.
Confirm current session options before booking, since formats are not listed in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow quicker check-ins during a work break. Some people prefer video for face-to-face conversation, while others choose audio for lower bandwidth or shorter sessions. Discuss format and frequency when scheduling so sessions suit your day-to-day life.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Hawaii
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with addictions, grief, stress, anxiety, depression, and compassion fatigue. Additional areas include aging and geriatric issues, fertility matters, first responder issues, self-love, sexual assault and abuse, and workplace issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a collaborative, practical approach. Conversations focus on current problems, short-term goals, and coping steps to practice between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has three years of professional work experience as an LCSW. That experience has focused on grief and addiction-related care.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW licensed in Hawaii. Sessions are provided from that location and listed accordingly.
Which languages are offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Costs vary with location, so final pricing depends on where you are located.
How do I begin a first session?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.