- Anxiety and depression
- Parenting challenges
- Blended family issues
About Pamela
Pamela DiGangi is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York with 36 years of experience. She has a long history in school counseling and community services. Her practice focuses on issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, parenting, ADHD, relationship struggles, grief, and blended family issues.
She spent over three decades as a school counselor in a suburban New York district and provided family and couples counseling at a local family support center. That background shaped her approach to everyday problems and practical relationship challenges. Sessions tend to focus on clear goals and understandable steps rather than abstract theory.
Pamela combines several counseling styles to help people notice thoughts and behavior patterns that get in the way. She uses tools to change unhelpful thinking, calm strong emotions, and build better daily routines. She also draws on parts‑based work to help people understand conflicting internal feelings and needs.
In a typical visit she and the person will clarify one or two priorities, try simple strategies, and review what worked between meetings. Homework is straightforward and aimed at small, manageable change. This can include thought records, brief mindfulness practices, or steps to improve communication.
Pamela’s way of working is goal-oriented and practical. She helps people take clearer steps when life feels overwhelming or relationships become strained. For anyone facing the complications of merging households or changing parenting roles, she offers direct, experienced guidance.
Sessions are conducted in English and reflect her years supporting people across school and community settings.
Using therapy approaches in online sessions
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person's perspective. It helps people feel heard, clarify what matters to them, and decide practical next steps for everyday problems.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors interact. It is useful for anxiety, low mood, stress, and for building new routines when life changes, such as blending households or changing parenting roles.
Mindfulness practices teach simple ways to notice thoughts and sensations without getting swept up by them. These techniques can reduce reactivity and make it easier to respond during tense family moments.
Finding the best mix of methods is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the person to identify goals, try different strategies, and adjust the plan as needed. That process helps match tools to the person's needs and preferences rather than using a single fixed method.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy life - for example shorter check-ins during a work break, or avoiding travel time. They also allow using practices such as brief mindfulness exercises or CBT worksheets between meetings to keep progress moving.
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Experience
36+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she help with?
She focuses on anxiety, depression, stress, parenting, relationship problems, ADHD, grief, anger, and blended family issues among other concerns.
What is her approach to counseling?
Her style mixes client-centered work with cognitive behavioral tools, mindfulness, solution-focused strategies, and internal family systems ideas to set clear goals and practical steps.
How much experience does she have?
She has 36 years of experience working in school counseling and community settings in New York.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not accepted at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what about cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to meet with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.