About
All clinicians live and/or work in Hawai’i as Marriage and Family Therapists or Mental Health Counselors trained in systemic and relational therapy. The EGLLC team offers decades of professional and personal experiences from diverse backgrounds and intersectionalities, including racial, ethnic, religious, spiritual, gender, and overall life paths.
Teleise Scanlan, MFT-I
Born and raised on Hawaiʻi Island, Teleise attended Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi and earned her undergraduate degrees from Hawaiʻi Community College (AA in Liberal Arts) and Brigham Young University of Hawaiʻi (BS in Psychology). She recently graduated with a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from National University.
Dr. Deepa Ram-Souza, LMFT, PhD
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), AAMFT Approved Supervisor and Facilitator of ITFT Cohorts and Webinars, Clinical Fellow of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT). PhD in Integral and Transpersonal Psychology. She specializes in working with adults who have experienced childhood challenges.
Dr. John Souza, Jr., LMFT, DMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Clinical Fellow and Approved Supervisor with the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT). Dr. John blends professional expertise with a natural flow, specializing in helping men, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges.
Dr. Erin Metz, DMFT, LMFT, LADC
Dr. Erin Metz is a highly qualified professional in the field of marriage and family therapy, holding board certification and a valid license as a therapist. Additionally, she possesses a license in Alcohol and Drug Counseling from the Minnesota Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy.
Cindee Geach
Cindee comes to Elemental Guidance with 25 years of experience in Public Accounting, Bookkeeping, Hospitality Accounting Management and Tax preparation.
Ian Arruda, MA, MFT-I
Ian Arruda is a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy student at Northcentral University. Born and raised on the Island of Hawai’i, Ian attended Saint Joseph High School
Christy Chadwick, MA, LMFT
Christy Chadwick is a Marriage and Family Therapist pre-licensed intern. She holds a Master’s in Deaf Education and has experience in the holistic arts of energy healing, mindfulness, and yoga.
Mary Kampas, MA, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who practices in Hilo, Hawaii. Mary has experience working with individuals and families who are struggling with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, relationship issues and parenting challenges.
