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Dr. Pamela Vernon Stewart

IL LCPC 180.009861
Credentials
IL LCPC 180.009861
NPI Number
1164044798
Location
Illinois
Languages
English
Dr. Pamela Vernon Stewart
24 years experience | Counselor of Color

About Dr. Pamela Vernon Stewart

Hello, I am pleased to introduce myself to you. My name is Dr. Pamela Vernon Stewart. I hold a doctorate in Clinical Psychology with a minor in Health Psychology. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) in the State of Illinois. I am well experienced in individual therapy with adults 18 years and older. I earned my degrees (B.S., M.A. and Psy.D.) at Loyola University and the Illinois School of Professional Psychology. Some of my experience includes hospital practice, residential facilities and outpatient clinics.

I have five years of intensive experience covering a wide range of concerns. These include trauma (emotional and physical), grief, depression, anxiety, alcohol and substance abuse, stress, neglect, discrimination, cultural identity difficulty, personality disorders, eating disorders, OCD, ADHD, college issues, and health issues including chronic pain, AIDS, Lupus and Diabetes across genders and age groups. In addition, I have experience working with individuals for anger management, communication problems, and relaxation and meditation for stress reduction. I enjoy working with people of all cultures.

I believe in a holistic biopsychosocial approach to assessment and treatment that attends to the client’s mind, body and spirit. My therapy style is integrative (motivational interviewing, psycho-dynamic, behavioral, cognitive-behavioral, DBT, EFT, and so on) collaborative and client-centered at the core. I also have clinical training and experience in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprogramming (EMDR). My therapeutic style is interactive and driven by warmth, sensitivity and empathy. Stalwart ethical principles guide me.
Together we will develop your unique treatment plan, one that will meet your specific needs. I applaud you for seeking help. This takes strength and courage. If you are ready to take the first step, I am here to empower you and help you reach the fulfillment of a happier life.

I look forward to a rich clinical therapeutic experience with you.

With great enthusiasm,

Pamela Vernon Stewart, Psy.D., CADC, LCPC

Licenses

LCPC
180.009861

Professional experience

  • Addictions
  • ADHD
  • Anger management
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Career difficulties
  • Compassion fatigue
  • Coping with life changes
  • Depression
  • Eating disorders
  • Family conflicts
  • Grief
  • Intimacy-related issues
  • LGBT
  • Parenting issues
  • Relationship issues
  • Self esteem
  • Sleeping disorders
  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

  • Abandonment
  • Aging and geriatric issues
  • Attachment issues
  • Blended family issues
  • Body image
  • Cancer
  • Caregiver issues and stress
  • Chronic pain, illness, and disability
  • Co-morbidity
  • Codependency
  • Commitment issues
  • Communication problems
  • Control issues
  • Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
  • Dependent personality
  • Dissociation
  • Divorce and separation
  • Drug and alcohol addiction
  • Emptiness
  • Forgiveness
  • Guilt and shame
  • Impulsivity
  • Isolation / loneliness
  • Life purpose
  • Men's issues
  • Midlife crisis
  • Money and financial issues
  • Mood disorders
  • Narcissism
  • Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
  • Panic disorder and panic attacks
  • Phobias
  • Post-traumatic stress
  • Postpartum depression
  • Pregnancy and childbirth
  • Prejudice and discrimination
  • Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
  • Self-harm
  • Self-love
  • Sex addiction
  • Sexual assault and abuse
  • Sexual dysfunction
  • Sexuality
  • Social anxiety and phobia
  • Somatization
  • Trichotillomania
  • Women's issues
  • Workplace issues
  • Young adult issues

Clinical Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Gottman Method
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

  • English

15 Reviews

“She’s amazing all around”

“She goes above and beyond what we thought this journey would be for us. She is thoughtful, encouraging and truly listens. She is a genuine person who cares about our relationship.”

“Dr. Vernon Stewart’s is a well rounded, well experienced therapist. She has helped me in every facet of my life. She doesn’t sugarcoat anything but at the same time is very empathetic and empowering. <br /> She will support you on whatever decisions you make with some guidance as needed. Very exceptional therapist, I would recommend her to all ages.”

“I am so pleased with my experience with Dr Pam. She is the best!! She is always checking in to see how I’m doing. Her response time is super quick. She has helped me so much I feel<br /> So much since I’ve been with her. I love her. She is kind compassionate, knowledgeable, funny, make me feel I’m important. She is truly exactly what I needed! I tell all my co-workers about her and Better Help. It’s been so easy to get the help I need. Just a phone call away I’ve also taken some of the classes which are wonderful! My husband will be joining soon also. He sees it’s worked for me. Thank you”

“Dr. Vernon Stewart is an absolutely wonderful therapist. Her experience and expertise are beautifully incorporated into thoughtful and smooth sessions. She holds space for time to decipher emotions and has a comforting but educational approach. I have healed more in the past few months with her than in any other traditional therapy setting. Clients of Dr. Pam are very lucky to have her!”

“Dr. Vernon Stewart has only been working with me for a few weeks and I am already noticing a difference with the tips and helpful insights to subjects that I knew nothing about, nor did I have the right questions for. This wonderfully dedicated doctor is helping me understand me better and with the sessions, classes, worksheets, and journaling I have no doubt I will be the best me.”

“Dr. Pam is awesome. Constantly reinforces the good in my life, and does her best when navigating the challenges I’ve faced in my past. She is truly knowledgeable & a huge help for me right now. I am really happy I have her to talk to!”

“Dr. Stewart is amazing! she's by far the best therapist I have ever talked to. She helped me through years of trauma and depression. Without her i wouldn't be were i am today.”

“I believe Dr. Stewart wants the best for me and she wants to make sure that i am a safe place and listens to my needs. I love that she wants to know everything about me and wants to make sure she is doing everything she can to make me feel comfortable. Also like that she responds to messages pretty fast.”

“We love her”

“Dr. Stewart has a way of supporting and validating the life experiences I have discussed in session. She brings a valuable perspective along with her expertise to assist me in implementing change in my life. She is wonderful to work with and I truly enjoy the sessions we have.”

“dr. pam is so kind and patient with me. i really appreciate the help shes offered me. and she listens and makes me feel good about myself.”

“Dr. Vernon Stewart is a well qualified therapist. Dr. Steward has help me in leaps and bounds. She knows how to get to the roots of any situation whether it’s good or bad. Dr. Vernon Stewart teaches you many difference techniques that help you use a wise mind to sort out facts and handle life. <br /> Dr. Pam help me to focus and find solutions on my own terms. She will also teach you breathing and meditation exercises which has help improve my mental health as well as my physical health. Dr. Vernon Steward is a GEM, I would recommend her as an expert in her field for all ages!”

“Dr. Vernon is knowledgable and give us tools to help us work through our issues. My husband and I both feel like we are heard and never feel judged. She remembers things we said in previous sessions which helps to tie up loose ends and every issue is treated with dignity and respect. We highly recommend her!”

“Dr. Vernon Stewart has been the best therapist I've seen on the multiple years I have been on here. She's very attentive and responds and even checks in throughout the weeks during sessions.”

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