Pamela Mello
LMFT • Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
About
With over 25 years of experience as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Pamela Mello brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her practice. Her approach is rooted in a blend of traditional therapy techniques and holistic methods, offering clients a comprehensive path to mental wellness and personal growth.
Pamela's educational background is extensive, including Bachelor's degrees in Psychology and Anthropology from the University of Washington, a Master's in Counseling Psychology from National University, and an MBA from Golden Gate University. This unique combination of mental health and business education allows her to offer insights that span both personal and professional realms.
Specializing in stress management, depression, anxiety, PTSD, couples counseling, and life transitions, Pamela employs a variety of evidence-based techniques. She is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for trauma treatment, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), and Thought Field Therapy (TFT). Her toolkit also includes solution-oriented therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), allowing her to tailor her approach to each client's unique needs.
Pamela's professional experience is both broad and deep. She has worked in private practice for over 18 years, served as a clinical supervisor for registered psychotherapy interns, and held positions such as program manager for a domestic violence offenders program and therapist for adolescents at a runaway shelter. This diverse background enables her to connect with clients from all walks of life and address a wide range of mental health concerns.
As a Certified First Responder Counselor, Pamela has specialized training to work with police, firefighters, EMTs, and 911 responders. She is also contracted with Military One Source and the Veterans Administration, bringing her expertise to military personnel and veterans.
Pamela believes in the power of ongoing education and holistic approaches. She stays current with research in both traditional and non-traditional therapies, often suggesting complementary techniques such as nutrition, stress reduction, art, spirituality, hypnotherapy, guided imagery, and eastern practices like mindfulness, yoga, and tai chi.
Clients working with Pamela can expect a personalized, solution-focused approach that draws from her extensive training and experience. She emphasizes collaboration, effectiveness, and results, often utilizing brief therapy techniques to help clients move forward efficiently. Her goal is to provide the best information and tools to her clients, empowering them to achieve mental health and happiness.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor of Psychology, Seattle, WA
- Bachelor of Anthropology, Seattle, WA
- Master of Counseling Psychology, Stockton, CA
- Master of Business Administration, San Francisco, CA
Certifications, Memberships & Training
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Certification
- Divorce Busting Facilitator Certification
- Emotional Freedom Technique Certification
- Thought Field Therapy Certification
- Certified First Responder Counselor
- California Certified Trauma Response Network Membership, CA
- Critical Incident Stress Debriefing Certification
State Licenses
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, CA
Specialties & Expertise
Specializations
- Addiction
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Grief
- Life Coaching
- Marital and Premarital
- PTSD
- Stress
- Substance Abuse
- Trauma
State Licenses
- California
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Locations
Pamela Mello, LMFT - Stockton Office
1919 Grand Canal Blvd, c 3
Stockton, CA 95207