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Pam Biggs-Reed

Pam Biggs-Reed, LMHC

Therapist · Florida · 25+ years of experience

Warm, practical counseling for midlife and life changes

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  • Collaborative
  • Goal focused
  • Trauma informed

About Pam

Pam Biggs-Reed is a licensed mental health counselor with 25 years of experience. She supports people facing midlife concerns and life changes, as well as struggles with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and addiction. Pam aims to build a warm, trusting connection so people can talk about what matters most and begin making changes.

She works with adults and has spent many years helping those affected by physical and sexual abuse and those coping with substance use in themselves or loved ones. Pam also assists people dealing with parenting stress, relationship and intimacy issues, anger, low self-esteem, and career concerns. Her practice includes attention to family of origin issues, blended family and adoption-related challenges, and caregiver stress.

Pam draws on Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to shape sessions. She blends these with Solution-Focused and Trauma-Focused approaches to set clear goals and practical steps. Sessions typically focus on identifying problems, setting achievable targets, and practicing new ways of thinking and behaving.

People can expect a collaborative style in which the counselor and client set a plan together. Pam emphasizes short-term, goal-oriented work when that fits, and deeper processing for trauma when needed. She describes therapy as a partnership aimed at concrete changes that improve daily life.

Pam holds the Licensed Mental Health Counselor credential, LMHC, and practices in Florida. She invites people who are ready to start a journey of change to reach out and begin the process of scheduling and planning care.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Credentials

Indiana, Florida

Languages

English

How therapy approaches work online

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a respectful, empathetic relationship so people feel able to talk through difficult moments and decide on next steps. It helps with midlife questions, grief, relationship strain, and self-esteem concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect and teaches practical skills for changing unhelpful patterns. It can be useful for depression, anxiety, stress, and managing addictive behaviors.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and comfort level. That plan can change over time as progress is made and new priorities appear.

Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy routine and reducing travel time so appointments are easier to keep. Online work can also allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight and make it simpler to continue care during life transitions. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm what formats are available before booking to make sure they fit your routine and goals.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Pam help with?

She supports people with midlife transitions, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma and addictions, as well as relationship, parenting, and career stress.

How would you describe the therapy style?

Her approach is collaborative and person-centered, focusing on building a trusting working relationship and setting practical steps to reach goals.

What experience does she bring?

Pam has 25 years of clinical experience working with adults and families on issues including abuse, addiction, and long-term stressors.

What are Pam's credentials and where does she practice?

She holds the LMHC credential and practices in Florida; she is also licensed in Indiana as noted in her background.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English only and international clients are not accepted at this time.

What session formats are available?

Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current options before booking to know how sessions are held.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with Pam?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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