Pamela Wood
- MA, LPC, CAADC
Astute • Evidence-Based Care
Pamela Wood
MA, LPC, CAADC
Women’s Mental Health Specialist • Advanced Training in Pregnancy, Menopause, Fertility, Loss & Sexuality
Her work centers on helping individuals and couples improve mental health through action and empowerment. Pamela integrates approaches from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), psychoanalytic and relational theories, harm reduction practices, and advanced training in grief and women’s health.
“A healer does not heal you. A healer is someone that holds space for you while you awaken your inner healer, so that you may heal yourself.” — attributed to Maryam Hasnaa
Pamela believes every person possesses inner strength, bravery, and resilience to navigate their healing. In a collaborative process, you set the pace and direction. She will challenge unhelpful patterns and provide skills and tools to support change—always staying curious and honoring the mind–body connection. Together you’ll blend modalities and adjust course as needed.
Therapeutic Modalities
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Psychoanalytic & Relational therapies
- Harm reduction
- Grief-informed care
- Mind–body integration
Certifications & Training
- MA — Waynesburg University (PA)
- BA — West Virginia University (WV)
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
- Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC)
Specialties
- Women’s Mental Health (Advanced Training)
- Pregnancy & Postpartum Mental Health
- Menopause & Midlife Transitions
- Menstrual & Hormonal Cycles
- Fertility Challenges & Reproductive Decision-Making
- Pregnancy Loss, Reproductive Grief & Bereavement
- Sexuality, Intimacy & Identity
- Substance Use Disorders; addictions (sex, gambling)
- Grief & Bereavement
- Neurodivergence (Autism, OCD, ADHD)
- Couples & Relationships
- Trauma, Depression, Anxiety
- Personality Disorders
- Life Transitions & Stressors
My Favorite Wellness Services for Mental Health
- Acupuncture — balance energy and reduce anxiety
- Relax with Reiki — restore calm and emotional clarity
- Mat Pilates — strengthen body–mind connection
- Restorative Yoga with Essential Oils — deep relaxation and sensory grounding
- Evidence-based psychotherapy with a warm, collaborative approach
- Integrated wellness options on site (yoga, Pilates, acupuncture, reiki, sound bath)
- Coordinated care with your consent (PCP, psychiatry, school, partner clinicians)
- Accessible hours via telehealth for Illinois adults (18+)