Dave Tateyama, MSCP, LMHC, NCC is the Clinical Director of Women In Need O’ahu. A proven leader, he continues to be calm, motivates staff and clients to achieve the organization’s objective to empathize, educate, and empower individuals. Dave brings with him over 20 years of military experiences, leadership, and knowledge. Drawing upon his experiences working in the mental health community for over 20 years, including working with juveniles for over 15 years, substance use disorder and dual diagnosis individuals. He has extensive experience facilitating groups, individual counseling, and therapy. He earned his Master of Science Degree in Counseling Psychology from Chaminade University of Honolulu and currently is a Hawaii State Licensed Mental Health Counselors and National Certified Counselor. He is responsible for operations of Women In Need’s Oahu’s Intensive Outpatient for both the women’s and men’s groups.

Kari Yang, MSCP is a Treatment Counselor and Case Manager for Women in Need O’ahu. She provides individualized client care, specializing in substance use disorder and dual diagnosis individuals. She enjoys facilitating groups and getting to know each client on a personal level. Kari has her Master of Science degree in Counseling Psychology from Chaminade University of Honolulu and is a pre-licensed Marriage and Family therapist.

Monique Temblor-Lee is the Housing Director, Treatment Counselor and Case Manager for Women In Need O’ahu. She works closely with the House Managers of two transitional living houses to ensure a safe and welcoming environment. As a long-time survivor of domestic violence, she has a passion for working with women in recovery of domestic violence and substance use. Her specialty is facilitating trauma informed classes on Anger Management and Healthy Relationships. She has facilitated a wide variety of self-empowering classes since 1998 and is happy to experience the growth and transition of numerous clients from “Survivor” to “Thriver”.