Marimed Foundation for Island

About Marimed Foundation for Island

Marimed Foundation for Island, located off Likeke Place in Kaneohe, Hawaii, is a nonprofit behavioral health and adolescent residential treatment provider that integrates maritime experiential programs with traditional therapy.

The organization supports at-risk youth through residential care, dual diagnosis treatment and education and vocational services across its Kaneohe and Kahaluu campuses.

Founded in 1984, Marimed emphasizes whole-person growth through ocean and land-based experiential learning.

What Sets Marimed Foundation Apart

Levels of care: Structured, staff-secure residential treatment for adolescents, including the Kailana program for severely at-risk youth
Populations served: Adolescents age 17 and under and court-referred youth
Dual diagnosis support: Integrated treatment for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders
Therapeutic approaches: Cognitive behavioral therapy, individual psychotherapy, group therapy, family and couples therapy, trauma therapy and behavior modification
Wraparound services: Case management, family psychoeducation, education services, diet and exercise counseling and tobacco cessation support
Maritime experiential programs: The SSV Makani Olu, a 96-foot tall ship homeported in Kaneohe Bay, serves as a platform for therapy, education and vocational training
Location benefits: Marimed Foundation in Kaneohe offers access to both campus-based and ocean-based environments across Oahu, with statewide service availability
Payment options: Accepts state mental health agency funds and self-pay, with some payment assistance

Edited by: Maygen Brockway

Addiction Treatment Programs

Dual Diagnosis
The best way for those with a mental health diagnosis and substance use concerns to reach recovery is to choose a dual-diagnosis rehab in Hawaii. Part of treatment will include managing your mental health symptoms so you aren’t tempted to use substances to self-medicate. This can be done without counseling and medication.
Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
Marimed Foundation for Island provides an Intensive Outpatient Program for adults in Kaneohe seeking a structured level of care beyond regular outpatient counseling for alcohol and drug treatment needs.
Outpatient Program (OP)
The standard Outpatient Program at Marimed Foundation serves adult men and women in Windward Oʻahu with individual and group counseling for substance abuse recovery on a flexible weekly schedule.
DUI/DWI Offender Program
Marimed Foundation for Island offers DUI education and counseling for DUI/DWI offenders, combining substance abuse treatment with court-related programming for adults in the Kaneohe community.
Men's Program
Adult men are served through outpatient substance use treatment at Marimed Foundation for Island, receiving individual and group counseling tailored to their recovery needs in Honolulu County.
Women's Program
Adult women receive outpatient counseling and recovery support at Marimed Foundation for Island, with services including individual, group, and family counseling in the Kaneohe area.

Levels of Care

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Inpatient Rehab
Inpatient treatment in Hawaii is a good option for those who are starting the recovery process and need a focused environment to create new habits. Building a new life for yourself is challenging, and the focused, uninterrupted treatment you receive during inpatient care can help you lay that foundation.
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Outpatient Rehab
Marimed Foundation for Island offers outpatient treatment for adults in Kaneohe, including regular outpatient and intensive outpatient program options, with counseling-based services addressing alcohol and drug use disorders.
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Aftercare Support
Aftercare and continuing care services help clients transition out of active outpatient treatment at Marimed Foundation, providing ongoing recovery support to adults completing programming in Honolulu County.

Therapies

Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Many people benefit from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in Hawaii because they gain tools to challenge unhelpful thinking. Learning which thought distortions you are most susceptible to can help you challenge unhelpful thoughts, create better interpretations of situations, and choose healthier responses.
Experiential Therapy
Receiving experiential therapy in Hawaii helps you express emotions, process trauma, and learn how to create a better life for yourself. During treatment, you may take part in art projects, musical expression, or physical challenges like an obstacle course. These allow you to process emotions in a non-traditional way.
Family Therapy
In Hawaii, family therapy allows you to understand how family relationships and patterns may have impacted your substance use. Everyone learns to have healthier relationships that support their recovery. Family therapy can mean addressing uncomfortable and challenging issues, but having a professional therapist facilitating the sessions makes it easier for everyone to share honestly and improve their relationships.
Group Therapy
In Hawaii, group therapy allows you to hear others’ stories, ask questions, and find others who relate to you. This support and accountability help you establish recovery. Some of the topics covered in group therapy include overcoming shame and guilt, improving communication, developing healthy coping skills, and building a support network.
Individual Therapy
During rehab in Hawaii, individual therapy allows you to receive focused, confidential care for specific issues. Individual therapy sessions generally last 60 minutes and may include discussing a specific issue, education about specific topics, or developing life skills.
Trauma Therapy
Attending trauma-informed therapy in Hawaii is a way to overcome the symptoms of past trauma and develop better coping skills, helping you establish long-term recovery. Trauma-informed therapy is a normal part of evidence-based treatment programs and may be a part of inpatient treatment, outpatient care, or both. Methods include sharing of experiences, peer support, mindfulness practices, and more.
Individual Counseling
Marimed Foundation for Island provides one-on-one counseling sessions for adults working through substance use disorders, helping clients in Kaneohe address personal triggers and build relapse-prevention skills during outpatient treatment.
Group Counseling
Group counseling sessions at Marimed Foundation for Island support adult men and women in Honolulu County through shared recovery experiences, peer accountability, and structured discussion as part of its outpatient program.
Family Counseling
Family counseling is offered to help loved ones of clients in treatment understand substance use disorder and rebuild healthy communication, supporting the recovery process for adults served at the Kaneohe location.
Relapse Prevention
Marimed Foundation for Island incorporates relapse prevention education into its outpatient counseling services, helping clients identify triggers and develop coping strategies to sustain long-term recovery after treatment.
Aftercare and Continuing Care
Continuing care services support clients after completing outpatient programming at Marimed Foundation, helping adults in Kaneohe maintain recovery gains through ongoing counseling and recovery support.