Atypical jobs series: An interview with Dr. Julie Takishima-Lacasa

This article outlines the early career of Dr. Takishima-Lacasa as a commuting clinical psychologist in the island state of Hawai'i. This work setting is made atypical by the necessity to fly between different islands within the state and provide services to rural communities. Dr. Takishima-Lacasa discusses her motivation behind her decision to become a clinical psychologist and her time working on the islands. She addresses challenging aspects of being a rural provider, how she worked to overcome those obstacles, and the rewards to working in rural communities. She provides information to those looking to increase their cultural knowledge and offers advice to those interested in working with rural communities or underserved populations. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2024 APA, all rights reserved).