Pamela Gerhard-Johnson, LMFT
- Relationship and family therapy
- Addiction and codependency support
- Tailored client-centered care
About Pamela Gerhard-Johnson
Her work emphasizes compassion and practical support, creating a space where clients can explore attachment issues, communication problems, caregiver stress, and identity-related concerns such as women's issues and young adult transitions. Pamela aims to meet clients where they are, offering guidance that balances emotional understanding with concrete steps for change. She recognizes that taking the first step toward therapy takes courage and affirms clients for beginning the process.
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Additional Focus Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Pamela Gerhard-Johnson have?
Pamela Gerhard-Johnson has 21 years of experience.
Is Pamela Gerhard-Johnson a licensed therapist?
Yes. Pamela Gerhard-Johnson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), California license number CA LMFT 47701.
In which languages does Pamela Gerhard-Johnson provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Pamela Gerhard-Johnson located?
She is located in California.
How can I work with Pamela Gerhard-Johnson as my therapist?
You can work with Pamela Gerhard-Johnson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Pamela Gerhard-Johnson work with international clients?
Pamela Gerhard-Johnson does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Pamela Gerhard-Johnson cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client as the expert in their own life, with the therapist offering empathy, active listening, and nonjudgmental support to help build self-esteem and strengthen relationships. This approach is useful for people navigating identity concerns, relationship problems, or life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors by teaching practical skills for coping with mood difficulties, addiction-related patterns, and everyday stressors. CBT is often used when clients want structured tools to change how they think and act.
Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes clear goals and small, achievable steps to create progress quickly, making it well suited for clients who want to focus on immediate problem solving and measurable change.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Pamela works with each person to explore their goals, preferences, and strengths, adjusting techniques over time to find the best fit. The aim is to combine approaches in ways that match a client’s needs and pace.
Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging offer flexibility for busy schedules, geographic limitations, and ongoing life responsibilities. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to access licensed professionals and therapists from home or work, while still allowing for meaningful therapeutic progress.
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