02/07/26 | Dr. Richard Ries | Clinical Psychologist and Child and Family Therapist

KupunaWiki Radio Show Episode 02/07/26 | Dr. Ries shares how he works with trauma, especially with Kupuna, and how he guides them through the healing process. He talks about settling in Hawaii and building his practice there over the years. His focus on deep, existential conversations is what sets him apart from other therapists. He highlights the strong compassion and deep ʻohana connections in Hawaii and explains why mental health is just as important as physical health. Dr. Ries also discusses psychological assessments, Lomi Lomi, and how cognitive decline affects end-of-life psychological care.