- Anger management
- CBT strategies
- Mindfulness practice
About Pamela
Pamela DiGangi is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York with 36 years of experience. She has spent decades working in school settings and community programs, and she helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, grief, relationship strain, parenting concerns, ADHD, and other life changes.
She spent 32 years as a school counselor in a suburban New York district and also provided services at a family support center. That background shaped a practical, problem-focused style. Pamela uses clear goal setting and straightforward strategies to help people change unhelpful patterns and improve daily functioning.
Her approach draws on client-centered work that emphasizes listening and respect. She also uses cognitive behavioral ideas to shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Mindfulness techniques are introduced to reduce reactivity and improve focus.
Solution-focused methods help people identify small, achievable steps and measure progress. Internal Family Systems ideas are used to notice different internal parts that influence feelings and decisions. Together these methods give tools for handling frustration, building better responses, and repairing strained connections.
Sessions tend to focus on clarifying what a person wants to change, practicing new skills, and planning concrete next steps. Pamela encourages practical exercises clients can try between meetings and reviews what helps and what does not. The emphasis is on useful, day-to-day changes rather than labels or complicated theory.
Approaches used online and what to expect
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding a person's experience. It helps people feel heard and supports them in clarifying goals and choices. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thoughts and behaviors with practical exercises and homework. It is often used for anger, anxiety, and stress to change reactions and daily routines.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Pamela will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. She starts with a clear plan, checks what is helping, and adjusts techniques together as progress is reviewed.
Session formats were not specified in the biography, so please confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Discuss scheduling and format details during the initial matching steps to align sessions with work, family, and daily routines.
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Experience
36+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with related to anger?
She works with people coping with anger, frustration, resentment, and related issues such as stress, relationship strain, and workplace problems.
What is her therapy style when addressing temper and reactivity?
The style is practical and goal-oriented, combining listening with exercises that change thoughts, behaviors, and moment-to-moment reactions.
How much experience does she have?
She has 36 years of experience providing mental health counseling in schools and community settings.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York and practices in New York state.
Can sessions be conducted in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.