Pamela Goucher, LCSW
Seasoned LCSW for trauma and relationships
- Trauma and abuse
- Family and relationships
- Stress and anxiety
About Pamela Goucher
Pamela Goucher is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 37 years of clinical experience, licensed to practice in Arkansas and Tennessee. As an LCSW she holds advanced training in clinical social work, which informs her work across behavioral health and medical social work to address how medical issues can affect daily life and mental health.
She has worked with a broad range of concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, parenting and relationship difficulties, and substance use issues. Pamela is familiar with the 12-step approach used in Alcoholics Anonymous and integrates that knowledge when appropriate. Her practice has included support for LGBTQ clients and people from a variety of religious backgrounds; she notes a comfort with a Christian approach while remaining accepting of diverse beliefs and lifestyles.
Her personal background - including family military service and experience as a grandparent raising a grandchild - informs a practical, empathetic perspective on life transitions, deployment-related stress, and caregiving challenges. Pamela describes her counseling style as warm and interactive, emphasizing respect, sensitivity, and compassion while avoiding judgment.
Therapeutically she uses an eclectic mix of methods tailored to each person, with a leaning toward cognitive behavioral therapy, and incorporates client-centered, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, and trauma-focused techniques as the situation requires. She often explores family-of-origin dynamics to understand how early relationships shape current patterns.
Pamela prioritizes normalizing clients' reactions to difficult experiences, reassuring people that their feelings are understandable given their circumstances. Her approach is collaborative, aiming to help people make sense of their situations and develop practical steps forward.
She has worked with a broad range of concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, parenting and relationship difficulties, and substance use issues. Pamela is familiar with the 12-step approach used in Alcoholics Anonymous and integrates that knowledge when appropriate. Her practice has included support for LGBTQ clients and people from a variety of religious backgrounds; she notes a comfort with a Christian approach while remaining accepting of diverse beliefs and lifestyles.
Her personal background - including family military service and experience as a grandparent raising a grandchild - informs a practical, empathetic perspective on life transitions, deployment-related stress, and caregiving challenges. Pamela describes her counseling style as warm and interactive, emphasizing respect, sensitivity, and compassion while avoiding judgment.
Therapeutically she uses an eclectic mix of methods tailored to each person, with a leaning toward cognitive behavioral therapy, and incorporates client-centered, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, and trauma-focused techniques as the situation requires. She often explores family-of-origin dynamics to understand how early relationships shape current patterns.
Pamela prioritizes normalizing clients' reactions to difficult experiences, reassuring people that their feelings are understandable given their circumstances. Her approach is collaborative, aiming to help people make sense of their situations and develop practical steps forward.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Pamela Goucher have?
Pamela Goucher has 37 years of experience as a clinical therapist.
Is Pamela Goucher a licensed therapist?
Yes. Pamela holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license details are AR LCSW 1528-C and TN LCSW 1115.
In which languages does Pamela Goucher provide therapy?
Pamela provides therapy in English.
Where is Pamela Goucher located?
Pamela is located in Arkansas.
How can I work with Pamela Goucher as my therapist?
Work with Pamela is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Pamela Goucher work with international clients?
Pamela Goucher does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Pamela Goucher cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
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Licensed professionals provide care through remote formats, and clients may switch therapists if they feel another fit would be better. For those weighing options, remote therapy offers a convenient way to access skilled therapeutic support without changing the core elements of the therapeutic relationship.