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Pamela Merritt, LCSW, CSW

Collaborative care for anxiety and stress

12 years in practice · based in Georgia · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Pamela

Pamela Merritt is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who helps people coping with anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and stress. She also supports those facing anger, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, career concerns, ADHD, and issues related to LGBT identity. Pamela writes in plain, direct terms and aims to make therapy understandable and practical.

Pamela brings 12 years of experience in counseling and social work. She holds both a Bachelor of Social Work and a Master of Social Work and uses that background to shape straightforward care.

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Background and approach

Sessions focus on what matters to each person, rather than fitting people to a single method. Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth. She listens first and tailors the work to each person’s goals.

Pamela mixes client-centered methods with cognitive behavioral ideas and dialectical behavior strategies to address thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in day-to-day life. Therapy may involve learning new coping skills, practicing different ways to handle conflict, or trying short exercises between sessions. Pamela encourages small, achievable steps so progress feels concrete and useful.

She describes the therapy process as a partnership built on respect and practical problem solving. People seeking to change patterns around anxiety, rebuild emotional balance after trauma, or manage overwhelming stress may find this approach helpful. Pamela aims to guide each person toward better emotional harmony while honoring their individuality and values.

Approaches that translate to online care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding each person's priorities, creating space to talk through concerns and decide on goals together. This approach helps when a person needs a therapist who responds to their pace and values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers clear exercises to try between sessions; it is often useful for anxiety, stress, and mood concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches practical skills for managing strong emotions and improving relationships, such as distress tolerance and emotion regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively with the client to pick methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. That might mean starting with simple CBT exercises, adding DBT skills for emotion management, or leaning on client-centered conversations to shape the work.

Online sessions are available as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules. Video is helpful for face-to-face conversation and guided exercises, phone calls can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and messaging works well for short check-ins or on-the-go support. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives while keeping the focus on consistent, practical progress.
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Questions people ask

What concerns does this therapist address?
She supports people with anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, anger, trauma and abuse, parenting stress, ADHD, LGBT concerns, career questions, self-esteem, and compassion fatigue.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
The approach is collaborative and straightforward. She listens, then tailors sessions to each person’s goals and practical needs.
What kind of experience does she have?
She has 12 years of experience working in counseling and social work across varied settings and populations.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a CSW in Georgia.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Sessions can be held by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

What this therapist works with

Most often

  • Relationship issues
  • Family conflicts
  • Anger management

Also listed

Experience
12 years
Licensed
Georgia
Languages
English

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