About me

Welcome to the world of possibilities! Entering counseling can be an exciting but scary time so congratulations for getting here!
I am taking this opportunity to share with you a bit about myself as you decide on where you would like to go with counseling. I have been in the field since 1989, first in a mental health facility and then in private practice. Because of both a nursing background and a clinical social work background, I am uniquely qualified to work within the mind-body- spirit concept if that is what seems to work best for my clients.
Having said that, I function under the belief system that clients are generally the experts on their lives and will lead the therapy content and process based on their needs. I generally use Solution Focused Therapy and Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies but have experience in many other humanistic therapies that can also be used. Honestly, creative therapy is a mix of approaches that are uniquely designed to maximally assist clients to organize, problem solve, and be empowered to find joy in our challenging world.
Adolescence can be particularly challenging as well as exciting. I have worked with this age group in private practice as well as in youth facilities. I am always amazing by the resilience and creativity that many teens have as they negotiate this ever changing world. For some it is easier than others dependent on a combination of biology, home experience, and peer group interactions. Teens value authenticity above all else and need to know that their counselor is real and on their team. It is less about theories and more maintaining a real connection and walking together to develop problem solving skills within relationships. Of course this includes making rational decisions.
I have also worked In Belize since 2005. I taught social work and nursing as well as worked at a mental health facility focusing on at risk and private practice. I believe that these experiences have allowed me insight into multicultural counseling. I have worked with teenagers from many backgrounds and developmental stages.
Each brings their own experiences and we have worked through the challenges facing their unique lives.
On a personal note, in my free time I love the sea! I stand up paddle, snorkel, dive, In more quiet moments I read and cook.
Thank you for taking the time to read this and I look forward to working with you.

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Addictions
  • Relationships
  • Family conflicts
  • Depression
Also experienced in:
Trauma and abuse , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Eating disorders , Sleeping disorders , Parenting issues , Anger management , Self esteem , Coping with life changes , Compassion fatigue , ADHD , Attachment issues , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 30

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

MA LICSW 111346

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Pamela Killen. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Teen Counseling might be different.

Written on Feb 18, 2023 after therapy with Pamela for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and grief

Great advice, great responsiveness. Really flexible and offers lots of different options to stay in contact.

Written on Oct 07, 2022 after therapy with Pamela for 1 year and 11 months

Pamela is thoughtful and nice to my child.

Written on Aug 31, 2022 after therapy with Pamela for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety

Pamela is professional, caring and easy to talk to. She is so helpful and I appreciate all her help!

Written on Jul 13, 2022 after therapy with Pamela for 1 month

Pamela is working with my daughter. This is our first experience with therapy of any kind. She has offered my daughter a safe, neutral place to share her feelings & thoughts. Pamela communicates with me when it makes sense, sharing concrete feedback to help me support my child. We really needed some help, but honestly weren't clear on "what" would help. Pamela has - and our daughter already seems "lighter' and more confident.

Written on Jun 27, 2022 after therapy with Pamela for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse

I have been working with Pamela for a little over a year now and she has been amazing. She has been flexible with my schedule and with being able to meet more often when needed and less when things are feeling manageable. She has been amazing to work with.

Written on Jun 17, 2022 after therapy with Pamela for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues

She is a lifeline, just when I needed one and in exactly the right way.

Written on May 04, 2022 after therapy with Pamela for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd

Pam has helped me through so much. She really listens to me and gives really constructive advice. Not sure where I’d be without her to be honest

Written on Mar 21, 2022 after therapy with Pamela for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes

Pam has been a blessing in my life!
She is great

Written on Dec 17, 2021 after therapy with Pamela for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

Very knowledgeable and great listener with focus on solutions to challenges my husband and I face!

Written on Sep 29, 2021 after therapy with Pamela for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, coping with life changes, and coaching

Pam has been a steady counselor for over a year. I highly recommend her as an expert in her field.

Written on Jun 23, 2021 after therapy with Pamela for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Starting therapy with Pamela has been a god send. She is extremely attentive, warm, and works really well with my trauma history. She has a great balance of being supportive, but also calling me out on my BS. She has opened up my eyes to new ways of looking at things, and also recommends reading materials for supplementation while in treatment. I highly recommend her.

Written on Apr 05, 2021 after therapy with Pamela for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and career difficulties

Pamela was great I met with her one time and even the first visit made a difference.
Thank you

Written on Apr 04, 2021 after therapy with Pamela for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

She listens and she is good at making lists and step-bystp pllans which I like doing and keep me from going into lizard brain.

Written on Mar 14, 2021 after therapy with Pamela for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue

I came to teencounseling.com really struggling with some serious issues. I was nervous to get help, and I was scared that I wouldn’t find the right person to help me. When I came across Pam’s profile on this app, I knew she was the person to help, but I was still nervous. But now I’m so glad I made the choice. Pam in a wonderful therapist and person. She’s a great listener and really values me as a client and person. She knows when to listen and when to jump in so I don’t start to spiral. She gives me great advise and helps me to see the best in myself. She’s helped me get through some pretty serious trauma, and has helped me to cope with my mental illnesses. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone who is looking for help!

Written on Feb 12, 2021 after therapy with Pamela for 1 month

Pamela is a lovely lady who has really come to know my child and help her to become more confident in the few weeks we have been meeting. She asks a variety of life questions and understands my child who has ASC&ADHD so works with her in a variety of ways and makes sure she is really really paying attention when she is telling her something important

Written on Dec 14, 2020 after therapy with Pamela for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and career difficulties

Pam is knowledgeable, approachable, insightful and down to earth. A really great therapist.

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