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Pamela (Pam) Skon, LICSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Pamela is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Pamela. View 21 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Minnesota, Ohio, and 2 more

Recent reviews

Delightful

Reviewed November 2024

She does a great job getting me to engage

Reviewed February 2022

More about Pamela

  • 12 years' experience
  • Female
  • LICSW, LISW, LCSW

Welcome to Better Help! Making the choice to seek counseling is a difficult one and I am happy that you decided to reach out. Counseling can help you to build a more fulfilling and happier life.

There are a variety of approaches in counseling and I will work with you to find the one that works best for you. My counseling style is warm and interactive and combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic counseling styles. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Sometimes it takes talking to someone else to help you find your true potential, we all have strengths within ourselves.

I earned my Master’s Degree in Social Work with an emphasis in counseling in 2009 and hold a license in the State of Minnesota as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, self-esteem concerns, addictions, and career challenges. I also have helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.

It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem Bipolar disorder Depression Addictions LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Blended family issues Chronic pain, illness, and disability Control issues Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Divorce and separation Emptiness Family problems Guilt and shame Impulsivity Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Pamela (Pam) Skon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912325713.

  • LICSW · Minnesota · 16436 · Expires December 2025
  • LISW · Ohio · I.2102863 · Expires May 2025
  • LICSW · Washington · 61114997 · Expires December 2025
  • LCSW · Idaho · LCSW-39812 · Expires December 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Pamela (Pam) Skon

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

21 reviews

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Delightful

Reviewed November 2024

She does a great job getting me to engage

Reviewed February 2022

Pam is absolutely amazing at what she does.

Reviewed December 2021

Thank you so much for your time and expertise. I've had a tough few years of struggling to find the right person to help me the way you do and I greatly appreciate you and the help you've given me.

Reviewed May 2020

Pam is very knowledgeable and understanding when it comes to the limitations I have due to my anxiety.

Reviewed August 2021

Pam put me at ease immediately, even though I was new to BetterHelp and this format and was nervous about using it. She radiates kindness and acceptance, and helps me feel like problems are manageable. I really appreciate how she gives me tools for looking at things and understanding my feelings (instead of me just getting sucked into a black hole by them). I really loved getting to text with her first, and continue to appreciate the mixture of video sessions with keeping in touch by text between those sessions.

Reviewed August 2021

Quick responds, reminds me to reflect on me and do self care. Even as a nurse and a mom when we take care of everyone else we need to be reminded that we too need time ourselves. Pam has taught me that I don't need to feel selfish for that.

Reviewed July 2021

Pam is extremely helpful, friendly, intuitive, and responsive. It is a pleasure to work with her.

Reviewed July 2021

I have only had two sessions with Pam. Today, was very helpful. She helped me identify some things to work on and helped me to get perspective on what unhealthy stress does and some tools to use to address it.

Reviewed June 2021

Pam has helped me a hundred fold.

Reviewed June 2021

Pam is very attentive to my concerns and problems, answers to my messages very fast. I appreciate all Pam’s help.

Reviewed June 2021

Always checks in with me, makes sure I doing well.

Reviewed March 2021

Pam always looks deep into the situation to help you find a way to resolve your issues!

Reviewed April 2020

Pam is amazing!! I feel very confident in her and always feel better after a session. She gives me the tools I need to manage my emotions and effectively communicate with loved ones and colleagues.

Reviewed March 2020

Always reaches out to me. She will check in with me even if I don’t want to check in. Does her job well!

Reviewed November 2019

Pam is amazing! Pam is very professional and is an incredible listener. Pam is a solution oriented person who listens to my concerns and histories and comes up with concrete and applicable solutions for me to employ. I feel very lucky to work with Pam.

Reviewed November 2019

Pam is great!! I rarely find a counselor that I feel gets it with my deeper issues. Pam really gets it. I feel understood and that she has what it takes to be with me when I'm going through the mud. She also gives me good suggestions which I find helpful. I feel blessed that I found her. Thanks Better Help!!

Reviewed September 2019

Pam listens very well, works with you through everything, gives you work sheets and tries to really go in depth with you about stuff but never pushes you at the same time.

Reviewed September 2019

Pam is a great counselor who works well with you to help you realize what you need to do to improve your life. She is good at organizing your thoughts.

Reviewed August 2019

Pam is helping me deal with my divorce and I couldn't ask for anything more than she already helps with. If I don't message her for a day or two she checks in on me to get updates and see how I'm doing.

Reviewed July 2019

She has gone out of her way to show me support and even offered to set up times on her days off to work with my schedule, that is being committed to patient health!

Reviewed July 2019

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Frequently asked questions

Does Pamela (Pam) Skon offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Pamela (Pam) Skon works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Pamela (Pam) Skon speak?

Pamela (Pam) Skon speaks English.

How many years of experience does Pamela (Pam) Skon have?

Pamela (Pam) Skon has 12 years of experience.

Where is Pamela (Pam) Skon licensed to practice?

Pamela (Pam) Skon is licensed to practice in Minnesota, Ohio, Washington, and Idaho.

Does Pamela (Pam) Skon accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Pamela (Pam) Skon does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Pamela (Pam) Skon offer?

Pamela (Pam) Skon offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Pamela (Pam) Skon?

Pamela (Pam) Skon can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Pamela (Pam) Skon?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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