Pam possesses a Master of Arts degree in Human Services Counseling, specializing in Marriage and Families. She will complete her first doctoral degree in Clinical Sexology in the spring of 2023. Her doctoral research delves into the intricate interplay between religion, sexual shame, purity culture, and gender roles. Additionally, in August 2022, she embarked on a second PhD journey in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Having grown up in a blended family, she brings a wealth of empathy and understanding to those navigating similar situations. Operating as a sex-positive therapist, Pam collaborates with you to define your sexual preferences and upholds your autonomy in making those choices. Her therapeutic approach is characterized by an open-minded understanding of each individual's sexuality.
In addition to working as a therapist, Pam is an adjunct professor teaching Sex Therapy to graduate students at Lewis and Clark College in Portland, Oregon.
Pam sees people in relationships, individual men, and LGBTQ+ folk.
Pam currently serves the community in the following ways:
Clatsop Community Action: Board Member
Rotary Club of Astoria: President
Rotary International District 5100: DEI Chairperson, Youth Exchange Committee Member
Pam is licensed to see clients in Oregon, Utah, and Iowa
Iowa Licensed Marital and Family Therapist #129215
Utah Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #13037732-3904
Oregon Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #T2735
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