Aaron Collins, LMFT, LLC

02/04/2026

From Roommates to Valentines: How a Local Hawaiʻi Marriage Found Its Way Back to Love

They didn’t come in saying their relationship was broken.

They said, “We love each other… but it feels like we’re just roommates now.”

Like many couples in Hawaiʻi, their life looked good from the outside—work, routines, shared responsibilities, a beautiful place to live. But emotionally, something had grown quiet. Conversations revolved around schedules and logistics. Affection felt distant. The warmth that once defined their relationship had slowly faded.

When Love Starts to Feel Like Roommates
This shift rarely happens overnight. Love doesn’t suddenly disappear—it slowly gets crowded out by stress, fatigue, and survival mode. Many couples find themselves functioning well as a team, but disconnected as partners.

Being “roommates” isn’t a sign of failure. It’s often a sign that the relationship hasn’t had space to process what life has brought into it.

To read more, see our full blog post here:

From Roommates to Valentines: How a Local Hawaiʻi Marriage Found Its Way Back to Love They didn’t come in saying their relationship was broken. They said, “We love each other… but it feels like we’re just roommates now.” Like many couples in Hawaiʻi, their life looked good from the outsi...

02/02/2026

Aloha, this is Aaron Collins, LMFT with Akua Family Therapy. I hope this message finds you and your family well. I wanted to share that our practice has expanded, and we now have three additional therapists working under my supervision. If you—or someone you know—are seeking therapy with a team connected to a name you already trust, we invite you to visit our website to meet our growing therapy team.

We currently have openings for minors using HMSA and for adults and couples who are able to pay out of pocket. Wishing you continued health and blessings.

Welcome to Akua Family Therapy Christian Faith-Based & Trauma-Informed Counseling in Hawaii At Akua Family Therapy, we offer compassionate, professional mental health services rooted in clinical excellence and Christian values. Established in 2018 and located in Kurtistown on the Big Island of

01/23/2026

Shame isolates. Grace restores.

Shame tells us “something is wrong with you.”
Grace gently reminds us, “something painful happened to you.”

Healing doesn’t begin with fixing who you are —
it begins with understanding what you’ve been through.

At Akua Family Therapy, we believe your symptoms make sense.
Your reactions tell a story.
And with safety, compassion, and support — that story can heal.

You are human.
And healing is possible.

01/20/2026

At Akua Family Therapy, we value referring out just as much as the opportunity of being referred to.

Our priority is always finding the right fit for each client or prospective client — even when that means connecting them with another trusted therapist in our community.

Sometimes this is because our waiting list would create too long of a delay.
Sometimes it’s to avoid dual relationships or ethical concerns.
And sometimes it’s simply because a client would be best served by a therapist with a specific specialty.

Healing matters more than holding space.
And ethical care always comes first. 🤍

12/20/2025

12/19/2025

Santa stopped by early this year! 🎅🏽🎁
It looks like Akua Family Therapy therapists landed on Santa’s Nice List.

Hope you landed on the Nice List too 😉
If not, there’s still time to repent, ask for forgiveness, and be a blessing in these last few days before Christmas ❤️

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12/18/2025

Grateful hearts this season 🤍🍪
We spent the day around Hilo delivering holiday cookies to some of the doctors who regularly refer to Akua Family Therapy.

We’re deeply thankful for the trust, collaboration, and care within our professional network. It truly takes a village to support our community’s mental health.

Mahalo for being part of the journey 🌺

















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12/07/2025

AFT Christmas Party 2025 🎄✨

Our AFT Christmas party was a beautiful time filled with fun, laughter, and meaningful connection. As the practice owner and supervisor, it was refreshing to step away from the business and the serious nature of our work and simply enjoy life together for a few hours.

Of course, come Monday morning, we’ll be back to our normal rhythm—client-centered, ethical, and professional care. But for this moment, it was something truly special to pause, celebrate Christmas, and connect more deeply with our team and AFT ʻohana.

Grateful for this group and the heart they bring to our practice. ❤️

12/07/2025

🎄 Holiday Blessings From Akua Family Therapy 🎄
Today we pause to celebrate the season and to honor someone very special to our team. ❤️

As we gather for the holidays, we also say a heartfelt farewell to Sarah Laninga, who has officially concluded her time with Akua Family Therapy. Sarah has been a joyful presence in our practice, bringing compassion, dedication, and warmth to every client she served. We are grateful for the impact she has made and the relationships she built within our ʻohana.

While transitions can be bittersweet, we are excited for Sarah as she steps into this next chapter of her professional journey. 🌟
Please join us in wishing her blessings, success, and joy in all that lies ahead.

From our AFT family to yours —
✨ Mele Kalikimaka & Hauʻoli Makahiki Hou! ✨
May this season bring peace, connection, and hope to you and your loved ones.

12/03/2025

Aaron Collins, LMFT, and Seth Moran, MA, share how we at Akua Family Therapy help couples in conflict move toward greater connection, clarity, and emotional safety.
Whether you’re navigating communication breakdowns, trust issues, or cycles of misunderstanding, we’re here to support your journey toward healing.

If your relationship is in distress, we invite you to reach out and see if we’re the right fit to help you reconnect.
Aloha & blessings from our team at Akua Family Therapy.

12/03/2025

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12/03/2025

We’re excited to share a special announcement—please join us in congratulating Sarah Laninga on her professional growth as she steps out to open her own therapy practice. This week is Sarah's final week at Akua Family Therapy.

We are so grateful for the time, care, and heart Sarah has invested here at Akua Family Therapy. It has truly been a pleasure working alongside her and seeing the ways she has supported our clients and community.

From all of us at Akua Family Therapy, mahalo for your service, and we wish you Sarah Laninga God’s best and every success in this next chapter of your journey! 💛✨