Meet the Therapists

Pam McCormick, LMHC, NCC

Pam engages her work from the foundational belief that within every living organism, whether in nature or in humans, exists a natural propensity toward healing and growth.

She utilizes a client centered approach to join her clients in exploring early childhood relationships, adverse or traumatic experiences, and current circumstances that propel or hinder healing and growth.

Certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Pam is an advocate for anyone feeling trapped under the weight of trauma, grief or addiction. Pam values racial and cultural diversity and approaches all clients with empathy, curiosity and respect. She firmly believes that deep, lasting healing is possible for anyone willing to take the journey.

Her approach is grounded in empathy, curiosity, collaboration, and evidence-based practices, ensuring that each client feels heard, understood, and supported.

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When not at the office, Pam enjoys time with her family and friends. She loves the simple pleasures in life - early morning stillness, curling up with a good book on a rainy day, a warm meal, a long run, quiet in nature, a hot cup of coffee, sunrises and sunsets, the feel of sand between toes, and the smell of ocean air.

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• Masters in Counseling, Concordia University, Irvine, California

• National Certified Counselor (NCC)

• Licensed Mental Health Counseling (LMHC)

• EMDRIA Certified Therapist 

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If you have questions, reach out to Pam directly at: pam@banyantreetherapy.com

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Beth Duchanaud, LMSW, PhD

As a New York-licensed Social Worker (LMSW) and certified teacher, Beth has gained extensive experience working in both academic and clinical settings, supporting individuals, couples, and families in both urban and rural areas.

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Beth utilizes an eclectic mix of modalities, from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and team-building to Bibliotherapy. The latter evidence-based approach holds a special place in her heart and can offer a different level of tailored support to her clients.

Beth runs parent groups at local schools and is currently developing workshops for youth: from social skills workshops and book clubs to outreach programs in our community. 

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Pam and Beth also run a small bookstore called Banyan Tree Books.

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Beth resides in the Dominican Republic and provides services from this location. She is a Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) in New York State and is currently seeking her Exequatur. Her services are provided as counseling and psychoeducation.

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Beyond counseling, Beth finds joy in embarrassingly simple things. 

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• Masters of Social Work (New York University), licensed in New York State

• Member of the American Psychological Association (APA) and the National Association of Social Workers (NASW)

• PhD in French Literature (NYU)

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If you have questions, reach out to Beth directly at: beth@banyantreetherapy.com

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