Pamela Wood
- MA, LPC, CAADC
Pamela Wood, MA, LPC, CAADC earned her Master’s from Waynesburg University (PA) and Bachelor’s from West Virginia University (WV). She has advanced training in Substance Use Disorders and addictions (including sex and gambling) and specializes in grief, neurodivergence (Autism, OCD, ADHD), women’s health, couples work, trauma, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and life stressors.
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.
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.
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Psychoanalytic & Relational therapies
- Harm reduction
- Grief-informed care
- Mind–body integration
- MA — Waynesburg University (PA)
- BA — West Virginia University (WV)
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
- Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC)
- Substance Use Disorders; addictions (sex, gambling)
- Grief & Bereavement
- Neurodivergence (Autism, OCD, ADHD)
- Women’s Health
- Couples & Relationships
- Trauma, Depression, Anxiety
- Personality Disorders
- Life Transitions & Stressors
- 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
Your first session focuses on your goals, history, and what has (and hasn’t) worked. Pamela collaborates with you to create an actionable plan that blends skill-building with insight work and, when helpful, holistic supports from the Astute team.
- 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+)