Darryl Khan, LMHC

Darryl Khan is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Hawaii who uses practical, evidence-based methods to help people manage tough problems. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior ideas to help clients learn skills for daily life. He aims for clear, down-to-earth work that focuses on what a person needs now.

He has about 20 years of counseling experience and a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Gonzaga University earned in 2003. Over two decades he has supported people facing depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and major life changes. He also has a history of working with people connected to systems like Child Welfare Services and Family Courts.

In sessions he uses CBT to identify unhelpful thoughts and test them with real-life experiments. He also draws on DBT techniques to teach emotion regulation and coping skills for intense feelings. Existential approaches are part of his work too, helping people clarify values and find meaning when life feels uncertain.

His style is interactive and culturally aware. He focuses on teaching skills, practicing them in session, and adapting strategies to fit each person’s life and goals. That practical rhythm helps people build momentum between meetings.

Darryl helps with a wide range of concerns including stress, relationship and family issues, grief, parenting challenges, ADHD, bipolar mood challenges, and compassion fatigue. He offers sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

CBT helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of thinking and behaving. In practice this looks like setting small exercises, reviewing results together, and refining the plan to reduce anxiety or depression. DBT focuses on skills for managing strong emotions and improving relationships through techniques like grounding, distress tolerance, and clear communication. Existential therapy helps people name what matters to them and make choices that align with those values.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk about your goals, try approaches that fit your situation, and adjust methods if something does not feel useful. That partnership helps tailor interventions to your needs rather than prescribing a single path from the start.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy fit into busy lives. Video lets people work through exercises visually and practice skills in real time. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging are useful for shorter check-ins, skill reminders, or when writing feels most comfortable. These options make it easier to maintain momentum and keep practicing between meetings.