About
They assist by teaching new communication skills, understanding ways to deal with stress, triggers, and past trauma, and working with others for better results. They specialize in forensic issues, sexual issues, PTSD, ADHD, anxiety/depression, family issues, LGBTQ+, life-transition issues, substance abuse treatment, Dissociative Identity Disorders, Personality Disorders, and Schizophrenia. Conveniently located in Downtown Hilo, Hawaii, they offer in-person or Tele-Health sessions. Matthew Brittain has lived in Hawaii his entire adult life and has a Master of Arts in Pacific Islands Studies, with a focus on Hawaiian and Polynesian languages, and can read, write, and speak the Hawaiian language.
Insurance & payment
Matthew Brittain and Effective Change LLC accept multiple insurance plans, including AlohaCare, Anthem, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), Hawaii Medical Assurance Association, and Hawaii Medical Services Association. Insurance details are not listed publicly — call the practice to confirm.
- AlohaCare
- Anthem
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Medicaid
- Hawaii Medical Assurance Association
- Hawaii Medical Services Association
- Ohana Health Plan
- Optum
- UnitedHealthcare
- University Health Alliance
- Verdegard
- Centene
- Out of network
Listed fee: $140 per session, I accept insurance. Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Couple Therapy
Matthew Brittain and Effective Change LLC specialize in couple therapy to help individuals improve their relationships.
Individual Therapy
They offer individual therapy to help individuals deal with stress, triggers, and past trauma.
Sex Surrogate Services
Matthew Brittain and Effective Change LLC provide sex surrogate services to help individuals with sexual issues.
Advocacy for Court Mandated Therapy
They specialize in advocacy for court mandated therapy, helping individuals navigate the court system.
Forensic Issues
Matthew Brittain and Effective Change LLC have expertise in forensic issues, including forensic psychology and court involved patients.
Trigger Identification
They help individuals identify and work through triggers to improve their mental health.