Dixie Hairston, M.A. Clinical Social Work Associate
Pam Barela, Ph.D, M.A., Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist & Clinic Director
Pam Barela, Ph.D, M.A., Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist & Clinic Director
Dixie is currently
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS
Accepts Private Pay clients
I am a Clinical Social Work Associate (CSWA) and a Trauma Centered Trauma Informed Yoga Facilitator (TCTSY-F). I have training and experience providing therapy to individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, religious/spiritual trauma, body image and self-esteem issues, individuals in recovery from eating disorders and disordered eating, caregiver stress, and individuals that have experienced childhood trauma including physical, sexual, and emotional abuse. I am available for in-person or online sessions and have some evening availability.
My goal is to provide trauma-informed, affirming, and you-focused care. As a therapist, I believe my role is to walk with you through the ups and downs of life and support you in developing healthy ways to cope with the complexity of today’s world. In sessions, we will focus on your goals and the ways you feel held back or stuck. My hope is to hold space so you can heal from past trauma and explore what you want for your life. We will work to connect your mind and body in a way that feels safe and secure to you. I incorporate relational/attachment therapy, trauma-informed yoga, and other therapeutic techniques to help you process emotions as they come up for you in the moment. I believe long-term healing comes when we are connected to our felt sense in our bodies and are able to stay present with emotions as they move through us.
You are the expert on your life and we will work together to identify the ways you would like to grow.
Dixie sees clients virtually and in-person
Monday - Friday
Pam Barela, Ph.D, M.A., Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist & Clinic Director
Pam Barela, Ph.D, M.A., Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist & Clinic Director
Pam Barela, Ph.D, M.A., Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist & Clinic Director
Pam is currently
ACCEPTING WAIT LIST CLIENTS
Accepts Private Pay and OHP
Pam possesses a Master of Arts degree in Human Services Counseling, specializing in Marriage and Families. She will complete her first doctoral degree in Clinical Sexology in the spring of 2023. Her doctoral research delves into the intricate interplay between religion, sexual shame, purity culture, and gender roles. Additionally, in August 2022, she began a second Ph.D journey in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Having grown up in a blended family, she brings a wealth of empathy and understanding to those navigating similar situations.
Operating as a sex-positive therapist, Pam collaborates with you to define your sexual preferences and upholds your autonomy in making those choices. Her therapeutic approach is characterized by an open-minded understanding of each individual's sexuality.
In addition to working as a therapist, Pam is an adjunct professor Clinical Sexology to students in the Master of Science Counseling program at Upper Iowa University.
Pam works with people in relationships, individual men, and LGBTQ+ folk.
Pam proudly currently serves her community in the following ways:
- Member, Clatsop Community Action
Board of Directors
- President (2024-2025), Astoria Rotary Club
Pam is licensed to see clients in Iowa, Oregon, and Utah.
Molly Tremain, Client Care Manager
Pam Barela, Ph.D, M.A., Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist & Clinic Director
Molly Tremain, Client Care Manager
As our Client Care Manager, Molly is generally the first friendly contact you will reach at Live Well Oregon. She will be your point of contact for scheduling appointments and is the person who will reach out to you to wrangle missing paperwork.
Molly is an aspiring Psychologist. In her free time she enjoys traveling, skiing, and spending time with her Golden Retriever.