Platter Psychological Services
Platter Psychological Services is a Hawai‘i-based psychotherapy practice dedicated to supporting children, adults, and families. From our Kailua-Kona clinic, we provide diagnostic assessments, evaluations, and therapy in person, and extend our services statewide via telehealth.
We specialize in treating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and life transitions. In addition, through our collaboration with Ho’okele ABA, we are uniquely positioned to support adults with autism andparents of children with autism, offering coordinated care in one location.
Our Services
Diagnostic Assessments
Cognitive, emotional, and personality evaluations for children and adults, including autism assessments.
Psychotherapy
Evidence-based treatment for individuals, couples, and families provide with kind and compassionate care.
Telehealth Options
We offer secure online therapy available throughout Hawai‘i.
Opportunities at Platter Psych
Empowering professionals and students to make a meaningful impact in mental health across Hawai‘i.
For Professionals
Platter Psych offers partnership opportunities for licensed therapists seeking the benefits of group practice support. We assist with:
- Client referrals
- Credentialing and billing
- Ongoing training and consultation
- Clinical guidance and peer collaboration
Feel free to reach out for partnership and employment opportunities. In addition, we offer business support for therapists looking to launch a private practice!
Want to talk? Contact us here.
For Students
As part of our commitment to training the next generation of mental health professionals, Platter Psych provides:
- Internship & Practicum Placements – hands-on training in assessment and therapy.
- Supervision & Mentorship – guidance from licensed psychologists with diverse expertise.
- Career Development – preparation in clinical skills, documentation, and ethical practice.
- Employment Opportunities - competitive opportunities for employment after internships and graduation.
Our student program helps future clinicians gain meaningful experience while contributing to the well-being of our community.
About Dr. Amanda Jeffrey Platter
Dr. Amanda Jeffrey Platter is the Clinical Director of Platter Psychological Services. She is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience across healthcare, education, and community mental health.
Dr. Platter earned her Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from the Virginia Consortium Program in Clinical Psychology—an APA-accredited program jointly sponsored by The College of William & Mary, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Old Dominion University, and Norfolk State University.
Her expertise spans trauma-informed care, PTSD treatment, substance use, psychological assessment, and therapy for individuals, families, and veterans. She has worked in diverse settings, including the Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente, and university counseling centers, and has supervised master’s-level clinicians while conducting advanced psychological testing.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Platter has published and presented on topics including substance abuse, trauma, psychopathy, and family dynamics. She has taught undergraduate and graduate psychology courses and also served abroad as an ESL instructor.
Passionate about accessible, evidence-based care, Dr. Platter integrates cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and trauma-focused approaches to help clients navigate challenges and build resilience
