Psychodrama is an experiential action method that asks participants to (re)create life experiences in the here and now in order to enhance insight into the journeys already traveled, and choices already made.  The goal is to enable participants to redirect their journey and make new choices in their lives.  One of the hallmarks of psychodrama is heightened spontaneity and creativity.  Psychodrama uses role theory and begins with the assumption that all individuals have the ability to step into any role with adequate role training.

As a trauma therapist Pamela has worked extensively in the field of trauma both with early onset trauma from childhood as well as late onset such as combat, violence, traumatic injury and rape. She has trained mental health clinicians on the treatment of trauma.

From the beginning of her practice, Pamela has always been dedicated to the treatment of addictions and codependency, depression and anxiety, as well as issues of attachment.  She continues to help many clients in their recovery from these issues.

Pamela also has extensive experience working with issues of adoption. Her focus has been on the psychological and emotional development of adopted children as well as the adjustment of the whole adoption triangle over time.

Pamela's work with couples and families has a strong focus on teaching each individual more effective communication. This requires that each individual works on knowing what they truly want in the relationship so it can be clearly and appropriately stated. Compassion and understanding of self and the other is addressed so that problems can be negotiated and resolved, thereby providing greater satisfaction and joy in the relationships.

Special training and experience in working with the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender (GLBT) community continues to be a focus of Pamela's practice. She has trained Clinical Social Work students on the etiology of alternative sexual orientations as well as a healthy (gay positive) philosophy of treatment.  This  often includes healing from a hostile environment from childhood, whether it was external, internal, or both, as well as providing an understanding milieu for same-sex relationships.