Hello, I am pleased to introduce myself to you. My name is Dr. Pamela Vernon Stewart. I hold a doctorate in Clinical Psychology with a minor in Health Psychology. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) in the State of Illinois. I am well experienced in individual therapy with adults 18 years and older. I earned my degrees (B.S., M.A. and Psy.D.) at Loyola University and the Illinois School of Professional Psychology. Some of my experience includes hospital practice, residential facilities and outpatient clinics.
I have five years of intensive experience covering a wide range of concerns. These include trauma (emotional and physical), grief, depression, anxiety, alcohol and substance abuse, stress, neglect, discrimination, cultural identity difficulty, personality disorders, eating disorders, OCD, ADHD, college issues, and health issues including chronic pain, AIDS, Lupus and Diabetes across genders and age groups. In addition, I have experience working with individuals for anger management, communication problems, and relaxation and meditation for stress reduction. I enjoy working with people of all cultures.
I believe in a holistic biopsychosocial approach to assessment and treatment that attends to the client’s mind, body and spirit. My therapy style is integrative (motivational interviewing, psycho-dynamic, behavioral, cognitive-behavioral, DBT, EFT, and so on) collaborative and client-centered at the core. I also have clinical training and experience in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprogramming (EMDR). My therapeutic style is interactive and driven by warmth, sensitivity and empathy. Stalwart ethical principles guide me.
Together we will develop your unique treatment plan, one that will meet your specific needs. I applaud you for seeking help. This takes strength and courage. If you are ready to take the first step, I am here to empower you and help you reach the fulfillment of a happier life.
I look forward to a rich clinical therapeutic experience with you.
With great enthusiasm,
Pamela Vernon Stewart, Psy.D., CADC, LCPC
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Trichotillomania, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
IL LCPC 180.009861
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Dr. Vernon Stewart’s is a well rounded, well experienced therapist. She has helped me in every facet of my life. She doesn’t sugarcoat anything but at the same time is very empathetic and empowering.
She will support you on whatever decisions you make with some guidance as needed. Very exceptional therapist, I would recommend her to all ages.
Written on Mar 29, 2025 after therapy with Pamela for 2 years and 6 months on issues concerning family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I am so pleased with my experience with Dr Pam. She is the best!! She is always checking in to see how I’m doing. Her response time is super quick. She has helped me so much I feel
So much since I’ve been with her. I love her. She is kind compassionate, knowledgeable, funny, make me feel I’m important. She is truly exactly what I needed! I tell all my co-workers about her and Better Help. It’s been so easy to get the help I need. Just a phone call away I’ve also taken some of the classes which are wonderful! My husband will be joining soon also. He sees it’s worked for me. Thank you
Written on Mar 27, 2025 after therapy with Pamela for 2 months on issues concerning depression, trauma and abuse, grief, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr. Vernon Stewart is an absolutely wonderful therapist. Her experience and expertise are beautifully incorporated into thoughtful and smooth sessions. She holds space for time to decipher emotions and has a comforting but educational approach. I have healed more in the past few months with her than in any other traditional therapy setting. Clients of Dr. Pam are very lucky to have her!
Written on Dec 26, 2024 after therapy with Pamela for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and compassion fatigue
Dr. Vernon Stewart has only been working with me for a few weeks and I am already noticing a difference with the tips and helpful insights to subjects that I knew nothing about, nor did I have the right questions for. This wonderfully dedicated doctor is helping me understand me better and with the sessions, classes, worksheets, and journaling I have no doubt I will be the best me.
Written on Dec 11, 2024 after therapy with Pamela for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, co
Dr. Pam is awesome. Constantly reinforces the good in my life, and does her best when navigating the challenges I’ve faced in my past. She is truly knowledgeable & a huge help for me right now. I am really happy I have her to talk to!
Written on Oct 22, 2024 after therapy with Pamela for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Dr. Stewart is amazing! she's by far the best therapist I have ever talked to. She helped me through years of trauma and depression. Without her i wouldn't be were i am today.
Written on Aug 08, 2024 after therapy with Pamela for 3 years and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes