Pamela A. Bridgeman, LCSW, CMAC, CCTP

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Master Addiction Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional

It might sound unbelievable, but I knew I would become a social worker when I was 15 years old.

I saw the compassion of a family friend toward a weeping unwed pregnant teenager and my heart longed to become that kind of comforter. Here I am all those years later doing what I wanted to then – helping others find joy.

I am an Air Force veteran who has since 1988 served individuals making their way through tough times.

How I Help

I provide support during times of transition and adjustment to new life circumstances.

Like when your daughter, whom you still consider to be your little girl, leaves home to go to college. Or the death of a loved one.

I offer counseling for emotional distress, and I teach ways to improve mental health. This includes treating Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, and other emotional struggles using treatment options designed specifically for you.

I experienced terrorist attacks while stationed overseas. Two people died in one of those attacks, and several close friends were trapped for hours in the bombed building. Because of those memories, I understand and specialize in treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) focusing on combat-related trauma.

I treat sexual abuse-related trauma, and domestic violence-related trauma, as well.

Whether combat veteran or another type of trauma survivor, I help you understand what is happening to you. Together, we practice how to manage your thoughts and feelings as they emerge.

Lastly, I am an addictions counselor. I work with both recovering persons and their families to help them attain and maintain sober living.

My Credentials

I have a master’s degree in social work from the University of Georgia, a master’s degree in human relations from Pacific Lutheran University, and a bachelor’s degree in social work from the University of Montevallo. My initial credentialing for substance abuse counseling was obtained while on active duty in the Air Force.

I am a licensed clinical social worker and a certified master addictions counselor.

My clinical interventions are guided by spiritual principals and are undergirded with compassion, integrity, persistence, and respect.

Please call for a free phone consultation, and more information.