Pamela Kesler, LMFT
California LMFT with 50 years experience
- Trauma and grief
- Stress and anxiety
- EMDR and mindfulness
About Pamela Kesler
Pamela Kesler is a California-licensed LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) with 50 years of clinical experience supporting adults through stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. She draws on a broad set of skills to address both immediate symptoms and longer-standing patterns, helping people navigate life transitions, relationship challenges, chronic health issues, caregiver strain, and the emotional impacts of loss.
Pamela values a collaborative, strengths-based approach that frames each person as the expert on their own story. She emphasizes practical strategies alongside deeper processing, combining techniques from client-centered work, cognitive behavioral methods, and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) when appropriate. Her familiarity with mindfulness practices and relationship-focused interventions complements efforts to reduce distress and improve everyday functioning.
Pamela takes particular interest in trauma work and notes the notable progress she has observed with EMDR in fostering recovery. She encourages those considering therapy by acknowledging the courage it takes to begin and offers steady, empathic support throughout the process. Prospective clients in California can expect experienced, patient care oriented toward achievable change and greater emotional well-being.
Pamela values a collaborative, strengths-based approach that frames each person as the expert on their own story. She emphasizes practical strategies alongside deeper processing, combining techniques from client-centered work, cognitive behavioral methods, and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) when appropriate. Her familiarity with mindfulness practices and relationship-focused interventions complements efforts to reduce distress and improve everyday functioning.
Pamela takes particular interest in trauma work and notes the notable progress she has observed with EMDR in fostering recovery. She encourages those considering therapy by acknowledging the courage it takes to begin and offers steady, empathic support throughout the process. Prospective clients in California can expect experienced, patient care oriented toward achievable change and greater emotional well-being.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Pamela Kesler have?
Pamela Kesler has 50 years of experience.
Is Pamela Kesler a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LMFT credential, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her California license is CA LMFT 37603.
In which languages does Pamela Kesler provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Pamela Kesler located?
She is located in California.
How can I work with Pamela Kesler as my therapist?
You can work with Pamela Kesler through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Pamela Kesler work with international clients?
No. Pamela Kesler does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Pamela Kesler 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 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
Pamela Kesler uses a blend of evidence-informed methods tailored to the needs of each person. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and collaboration so that clients can explore their feelings and make decisions from a place of increased self-understanding; this approach is especially helpful for those seeking a supportive, respectful space to process life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying thought and behavior patterns that contribute to distress and developing practical skills to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-targeted approach that helps people process distressing memories and reduce the intensity of trauma-related reactions when it is appropriate for their needs.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Pamela works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and pace. She combines short-term skill-building with deeper processing as needed, adjusting plans over time based on progress.
Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to fit care into busy lives and varied schedules. These formats support continuity of care, offer flexibility for mobility or caregiving constraints, and allow therapy to proceed from locations that are convenient for the client while still working with licensed professionals and therapists who guide the process.