05/04/2026
Dr. Pamela Ingram has spent her career in counseling, behavioral health services, and addiction treatment. She has built a career focused on supporting individuals dealing with mental health challenges, substance use disorders, and related behavioral concerns.
Ingram holds advanced professional credentials, including Psy.D. (Doctor of Psychology), LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker), and IADC (International Alcohol and Drug Counselor). These qualifications reflect her training in both clinical mental health counseling and substance abuse treatment.
She has over 25 years of professional experience as a mental health counselor, working with a range of clients and collaborating with other healthcare professionals. Her areas of specialization include:
Mental health counseling
Addiction and substance abuse treatment
Clinical social work
Pamela Ingram has been associated with Integrated Counseling Practice, Transitional Services of Iowa now Family Access Center and Copperstone Development, all in Sioux City. She has served in a leadership role as Executive Director, helping oversee services that support individuals with mental health and substance use needs.
Her journey into mental health care wasn’t simply about earning degrees—it was about understanding people. With years of study and dedication, she built a foundation that blended scientific knowledge with human compassion. But she didn’t stop there. She went further, specializing in addiction treatment and becoming an International Alcohol and Drug Counselor, equipping herself to help those facing some of life’s most difficult struggles.
Every day, behind the doors of her counseling practice, Dr. Ingram meets people at crossroads. Some arrive overwhelmed by anxiety or depression. Others are fighting battles with addiction, trying to reclaim control over their lives. She listens—really listens—creating a space where people feel seen rather than judged. Her work is not about quick fixes; it’s about steady progress, one conversation at a time.
As a leader, she made an impact beyond individual sessions. She helps shape programs designed to reach more people in need, ensuring that care is accessible and effective. Her role blends clinical expertise with leadership, but at the heart of it, she remains a human first—someone committed to the well-being of every person who walks through the door. She has opened a men’s and women’s sober living home to further expand her services.
Those who have worked with her often describe her as caring, attentive, and thoughtful. She has a way of explaining complex emotions in simple terms, helping people understand themselves in new ways. For many, that understanding becomes the first step toward change.
In a field where progress can be slow and setbacks are part of the journey, Dr. Ingram’s work is defined by persistence and empathy. She stands as a steady presence in her community—someone who helps others find clarity in confusion, strength in vulnerability, and hope in moments when it feels far away.
Her passion is felt by anyone who meets her.
