Licensed to practice in 3 states and accepts 30 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD, Women's Issues and 3 more.
(she/her)
Often rebooked
Maybe you’ve gotten really good at holding it all together—but you’re exhausted. You’re functioning, showing up for everyone, and doing what you’re supposed to do, yet underneath it all you may feel anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns you can’t seem to break. Maybe your relationships keep repeating the same painful cycles. Maybe something happened in your past that still affects how you respond today. Or maybe you simply know that the way you’re living isn’t the way you want to keep living. That’s where I come in. I’m Pam Grant, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 16 years of experience helping women understand not only what they’re feeling, but why their mind and body respond the way they do. My approach goes beyond simply talking about your problems. I use trauma-informed and somatic approaches to help you recognize patterns, regulate your nervous system, process difficult experiences, and create real change—not just temporarily feel better. I work especially well with women who are ready to stop surviving and start feeling more like themselves again. Therapy with me is compassionate, honest, practical, and never judgmental. You don’t have to have everything figured out before you reach out. You just have to be ready for something to change.
First, you don’t need to prepare a speech or figure out exactly what you’re supposed to say. You can show up as you are. Our first session is a chance for us to get to know each other and for me to understand what brought you to therapy, what has been happening in your life, and what you hope might be different. I’ll ask questions, but this won’t feel like an interrogation or an intake form disguised as a conversation. I want to hear your version of the story—not just what happened, but how it has affected you. We’ll talk about what you’re struggling with now, what you’ve tried before, what has helped, and what hasn’t. If there are patterns you keep finding yourself in, we can begin looking at those together without judgment. And you don’t have to tell me everything on day one. I believe a good therapeutic relationship starts with trust, and trust takes time. My job is not to decide what’s wrong with you or tell you how you should live your life. My job is to help you understand yourself, feel more in control of your emotions and responses, and make choices that move you toward the life you want. If it feels like we’re a good fit, we’ll develop a plan together. Sometimes that means talking. Sometimes it means learning a practical nervous-system or somatic technique. Sometimes it means slowing down and simply making sense of something that has been difficult to carry. There may be tears. There may be laughter. There may even be moments when we both say, “Well, that explains a lot.” You get to be a real person in my office. I’ll be a real person too—while still providing the professional, ethical, and confidential care you deserve. Most of all, I want your first session to feel like a conversation—not an interrogation. My office is a space where you don't have to have it all together, where you can take a deep breath, let down your guard, and know that you're not alone anymore. Whether you're seeking healing, clarity, or simply a place to process life's challenges, we'll begin that journey together , one step at a time.
If you’ve spent years being strong for everyone else while quietly feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or simply unsure of what comes next, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself. I’m Pam Grant, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and National Certified Counselor with 16 years of counseling experience. I specialize in working with women navigating trauma, anxiety, relationship challenges, emotional overwhelm, depression, and major life transitions. What makes my approach different is that I don’t believe therapy should be only about talking about your problems. Sometimes you can understand exactly why you feel the way you do and still find yourself reacting in ways you wish you could change. That’s why I incorporate trauma-informed therapy, somatic approaches, EMDR-informed work, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). We look at both the mind and the body—because experiences can stay with us long after we think we’ve moved past them. My goal is to help you understand your patterns, regulate your nervous system, process what you’ve been carrying, and develop tools that actually work in your everyday life. I also believe that my professional experience is only part of what I bring into the therapy room. I’ve lived through my own seasons of loss, significant life changes, relationship challenges, divorce, uncertainty, and starting over. I know what it feels like when life doesn’t look the way you expected it to—and when you have to find your footing again. Those experiences have taught me something I bring into my work every day: struggling doesn’t mean you’re failing. Sometimes it means you’re human and you’ve been carrying too much for too long. My style is warm, honest, compassionate, and practical. I’m not a therapist who is going to tell you to simply “think positive” or hand you a list of generic affirmations. I want to understand what is really happening beneath the surface and help you create meaningful change. You don’t have to come to therapy with the perfect explanation of what’s wrong. Maybe you just know that something feels different, that you’re tired of repeating the same patterns, or that you’re ready for something to change. We can start there. My goal is for you to feel understood, safe, and empowered—while also giving you practical ways to move forward. And if you’re at a point in life where you’re asking yourself, “What do I want for me now?”—I’d love to help you explore that.
My ideal client is a college woman who’s navigating the whirlwind of classes, social life, and the big “what am I doing with my life?” questions. I’m best at working with smart, driven students who feel a bit adrift—whether it’s anxiety about the future, navigating relationships, or balancing self-care with success. I bring a fun, down-to-earth energy—like a big sister or a personal hype squad—so we can explore challenges, celebrate wins, and build confidence for whatever comes next.
Aetna - Medicare
All Savers
Ambetter Health
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Anthem
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Florida Blue
Florida Blue - Medicare
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Independence Keystone 65 HMO
Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
I see Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) as a foundational skill set that everyone can benefit from. At its core, DBT blends acceptance and change strategies, helping clients regulate intense emotions, tolerate distress, and build more effective interpersonal skills. I often see DBT as a bedrock because it equips clients with practical tools—like mindfulness and emotion regulation—that support them in all aspects of life. By mastering these skills, clients develop a greater sense of balance, confidence, and the ability to handle life’s challenges more effectively.
I incorporate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as a powerful complement to traditional cognitive behavioral approaches. ACT, often considered a "new wave" of CBT, helps clients accept their thoughts and feelings without judgment, while committing to values-driven actions. Instead of trying to eliminate distressing thoughts, ACT empowers clients to build psychological flexibility—so they can live in alignment with their core values, even in the presence of discomfort. Through ACT, clients learn to relate to their experiences differently, fostering resilience, clarity, and a more purposeful life.
In my practice, I use EMDR specifically tailored for complex trauma, which often arises from prolonged or repeated adversity. By guiding clients through bilateral stimulation—whether through eye movements or tactile cues—I help them process fragmented and overwhelming memories. Neuroscience shows that this reprocessing allows the brain to integrate these experiences, reducing their grip and helping clients feel safer in their bodies. My approach is deeply attuned to each person’s unique history, ensuring they have the support and stability needed to heal complex wounds at a pace that honors their resilience and strength. I also use Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) as a dynamic tool for rapid relief from distressing memories and symptoms. ART combines guided imagery, bilateral stimulation, and relaxation techniques to help clients process and replace distressing images with positive, calm ones. Unlike traditional talk therapy, ART often yields results in just a few sessions. I’ve seen clients overcome long-standing anxiety, shame, and trauma by rewiring how they experience these memories. With ART, clients gain relief faster, and they leave with a stronger sense of safety and empowerment in their daily lives.
In my practice, I integrate somatic therapy as a core part of the healing process. I believe that bilateral movement, such as gentle tapping or guided side-to-side motions, helps regulate the nervous system—a process supported by neuroscientific research. By guiding clients through somatic exercises, which can resemble mindful yoga or body awareness practices, we bring their focus into the present moment. This allows them to release stored tension, calm the body’s stress response, and reconnect with a sense of safety and balance. By incorporating these somatic exercises, I help clients access their inner wisdom, allowing them to heal not just cognitively but also through the wisdom of their bodies, creating lasting regulation and empowerment.
4 ratings with written reviews
July 14, 2025
Pam is so wonderful. She is warm and kind and will make you feel heard. She always is very solution-oriented and helps me get to the bottom of my feelings. I always look forward to my time with her, as I know I will leave feeling more level-headed and calm. I leave each session with next steps to complete to feel better that are personally tailored to what is currently happening in my life. She is the best therapist and a great person!
March 17, 2025
Pam made me feel extremely comfortable and safe. I am looking forward to seeing her again to work on myself
March 10, 2025
She listens and gives you feed back and advice on what your next steps should be!