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I have a BS degree in Health Science from San Jose State University and an MSW degree from the University of Southern California. Yes, I’m originally from California. I’m a licensed clinical social worker in both California and Florida. I was first licensed in 2003. For the first ten years of my practice, I worked with children, adolescents, and families.
I have over eight years of experience supporting individuals whose mental health is affected by health and medical issues. Finally, I’m trained in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP).
Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma,
Accepts United Healthcare, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oxford,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family Issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal Mental Health, OCD, Relationship Issues, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues, LGBTQIA+, OCD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oxford,
Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues, Relationship Issues, Trauma,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I wake up every day excited to see my clients find the best versions of themselves. Free from the impact of trauma, depression, and anxiety. I meet clients where they are at and engage them in effective tools such as Brainspotting, CBT, and Gestalt therapy. I've worked with individuals, couples, and teens with great success and I'm eager to walk with you to your freedom.
Anxiety, Family Issues, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
I'm interested in helping you become your best, authentic self - whatever that looks like! Therapy is about relationships -- the relationship between therapist and client as well as the relationship the client has with themselves and others. My goal as a therapist is for you to feel seen, heard, and understood and to take that capacity and generalize it throughout your lived experience. As a therapist, I examine your memories, perceptions, and presence to paint a vibrant picture of who you are.
ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal Mental Health, OCD, PTSD, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, OCD, Relationship Issues, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oxford, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Trauma
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage,
ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oxford,
Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Women's Issues
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Relationship Issues, Trauma,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal Mental Health, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Maternal Mental Health, Relationship Issues, Substance Abuse / Addiction, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oxford, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage,
ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Eating Disorders, Family Issues, Grief or loss, Maternal Mental Health, OCD, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Sleep disorder, Substance Abuse / Addiction,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal Mental Health, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oxford,
Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, LGBTQIA+, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Curative, Oxford,
Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Infertility, Maternal Mental Health, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oxford,
Pamela Joy Abao
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person
2423 Camino del Rio South, San Diego, CAADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues, LGBTQIA+, OCD, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Sleep disorder, Substance Abuse / Addiction, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oxford,
My approach to mental health care centers entirely around you. True healing happens when trust, safety, and collaboration come together. Whether you are navigating severe depression, managing long-term anxiety, or recovering from trauma, my goal is to provide a premium, supportive environment where you feel heard and empowered to reclaim a stable, fulfilling life.
As a board-certified adult psychiatrist, I bring unique depth to my clinical practice. I earned both my MD and PhD from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, grounding my approach to medication management in advanced scientific research and evidence-based medicine.
My leadership and clinical training within the University of Texas Health System—including roles as Chief Resident, Assistant Medical Director, and Assistant Professor—deeply shaped my view of mental health. Having cared for individuals across institutions like MD Anderson, Memorial Hermann, the Dunn Behavioral Sciences Center, and Maui Memorial Medical Center, I possess the outpatient and inpatient expertise required to manage complex clinical cases with complete confidence.
I provide convenient, high-quality telepsychiatry and virtual care for adults (ages 18 and older) actively located in Texas, California, Hawaii, and Alaska.
Primary Clinical Focus Areas:
- Mood Disorders: Advanced care for major depression, treatment-resistant depression, and bipolar disorder.
- Anxiety & Stress: Targeted strategies for generalized anxiety, panic disorder, and high-stress professional burnout.
- Trauma: Compassionate, evidence-based recovery and support for PTSD.
Above all, I believe in partnering with you as a collaborative ally. My practice is a safe, sophisticated space where clinical excellence is a given, and we work together to help you rediscover hope and transformation.
ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Eating Disorders, Family Issues, Grief or loss, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Maternal Mental Health, OCD, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Sleep disorder, Substance Abuse / Addiction, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oxford,
ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Sleep disorder, Substance Abuse / Addiction, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage,
Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, Maternal Mental Health, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Carelon Behavioral Health Medicare Advantage, Curative, Humana Medicare Advantage, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage,
ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Infertility, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oxford,
Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, Maternal Mental Health, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oxford,
Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, Maternal Mental Health, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Maternal Mental Health, PTSD, Sleep disorder,
Accepts United Healthcare, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Eating Disorders, Family Issues, Grief or loss, Maternal Mental Health, OCD, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Sleep disorder, Substance Abuse / Addiction, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
As a therapist I have a genuine interest in humans and human behavior. I have been in the Mental Health Field since 2006. I have had multiple experiences that has helped me to be aware of problems that individuals may face today. I use CBT, SFT, and other Modalities using a humanistic approach to understand and guide you. I accept you as you are and will guide you with all training and experiences as the backdrop. I believe that life is a journey with many surprises.
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
I am a dedicated therapist, with a client-driven approach to mental health therapy to serve children and adolescents, aiming to prevent suicide by building strengths and resilience. Solution-focused methodology empowers young individuals to envision a brighter future, emphasizing their inherent strengths and actionable steps. I equip children and adolescents with practical tools to reframe negative thought patterns and cultivate healthier behaviors, fostering lasting emotional resilience.
Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, Maternal Mental Health, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Oxford,
ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Maternal Mental Health, OCD, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Sleep disorder, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oxford,
ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Relationship Issues, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Oxford,
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, LGBTQIA+, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Curative, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Anxiety, Family Issues, Maternal Mental Health, Relationship Issues, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Aetna, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage,
I am a passionate clinical therapist who loves working with children, women, couples and families going through challenging times. Are you and your your child having trouble communicating? Are you and your spouse having trouble communicating? Do you see them going through a hard time, long to help but don't know how? Do you suffer from Bipolar Disorder? I am here for you. Do you feel undone by anxiety or depression and don't know how to "shake it off"?
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Eating Disorders, Family Issues, Infertility, LGBTQIA+, Maternal Mental Health, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna,
Anxiety, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Maternal Mental Health, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oxford, Providence Health Plan,
Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Maternal Mental Health, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Women's Issues,
Accepts United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative, Oxford,
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