Dr. Sophia Wang, PHD

very involved and compassionate

I saw Sophia over the course of 6 months in 2019, and after consultations with 3 other Kona therapists, realized Dr. Wang was heads above the rest in terms of her empathy, qualifications and overall helpfulness. She had a great listening ear and hosted me in a relaxing, professional space (contrary to other therapists' offices which were in noisy hospital lobbies or run-down fiberboard office cubicles). She had sharp memory, connecting the dots of my life in a kind and open way, asking enlightened questions that allowed me to come to peace with anxieties. As a person of color that grew up on the mainland, I valued receiving talk therapy from a worldly and wise Asian-American woman whose practice is split between Kona and California - resulting in an expertise that outshines other therapists in Kona, from whom I experienced lower standards of care. Scheduling both in-person and remote video meetings was easy, payment through insurance was hassle-free. Best psychologist I've met.

Dr. Wang excels in her field. Her experience, professionalism, and personality is refreshing. She has been extremely helpful for my husband and I for years. Not sure what we would do without her. She has been instrumental in guiding us through some extremely traumatic experiences and very tough medical conditions. She's not hesitant to consult with other doctors and get you treatment if needed too. She has taught me applicable life skills to use when I find myself in fearful or anxious situations. Been to quite a few doctors on the island and I have nothing but good things to say about her. I'd highly recommend Dr. Wang.

In Hawaii, we have few options of doctors to choose from, including psychologists. Most are unfortunately poor or below average. This one comes across as being super nice, but anybody can pretend to be kind, nice, and compassionate when you’re getting paid big bucks to do so. From my experience, observation, and intuition, behind that caring and sincere façade is someone who’s very judgmental, critical, and opinionated. No thanks. Not recommended.

Like many others I found Dr. Wang to be not much more than a listening ear. Very little deeper awareness of trauma or behavioral/mood disorders. I was misdiagnosed and ended up in an emergency situation. A misdiagnosis that she became defensive of when I expressed concerns. If you have any type of mood disorder or trauma, find someone else.

Professional, kind, compassionate. She evaluated my son thoroughly and helped understand and give tools for his struggles so he can be the very best person that he can be! I highly recommend Dr. Wang.

Excellent

Imo, just another mediocre psychologist. Exceptional psychologists are very rare, like finding an unicorn, who are able to tap into the subconscious mind (the elusive 95%), and not just the conscious mind (the measly 5%) and this is why traditional talk therapy (CBT) is ineffective, outdated, just a bandaid, and temporary relief, as it mostly taps the very tip of the iceberg. This is why patients continue talking to doctor week after week, year after year, and lining the psychologist’s pockets.

My experience with Dr. Sophia Wang has allowed for me to live again.  Dr. Wang is a life saver!  She has been an integral part if my healing and recovery.  Dr. Sophia Wang is compassionate and understanding, with the unusual ability to listen and know the proper thing to say that instills thought and solution to stressful life issues.  I am appreciative of her assistance that contributes to my personal success while living in an imperfect world.

Kind and understanding. She helped me through my toughest moments and encouraged me to confront my fears so that I could overcome them. I highly recommend Dr. Wang.

Very caring and encouraging to work out your issues with her guiding you thru the rough parts. Her style is very gentle and supportive.

Average at best. Cheaper and more effective talking to my friends and family.

I think this psychologist is over-rated and with a limited repertoire of the human psyche and life experiences. I do not feel that she truly understands me or what I am going through to actually give me useful and helpful advice or effective therapy. I want new and fresh insights, past what I am telling her through my own perspective, to gain a different perspective and better understanding of the people around me, but she doesn’t really offer that or can see beyond what is being told her.