About Dr. Pamela Cappetta
Psychotherapist · Mindfulness Teacher · Author
Where Science Meets Storytelling
Dr. Pamela Cappetta has dedicated over four decades to helping people — young and old — find calm, connection, and clarity. Her private psychotherapy practice in Williamsburg, Virginia, has been a sanctuary for families navigating the complexities of modern life since 1985.
Her journey to authorship began with a simple observation: children needed a bridge between the clinical tools of mindfulness and the world of wonder they already lived in. That bridge became Mindful Moments with Maude — a book as personal as it is purposeful, inspired by her own beloved Australian Shepherd.
Holding a doctorate from The College of William & Mary and a certificate in Mindfulness from Duke Integrative Medicine, Dr. Cappetta brings academic rigor and heartfelt compassion to everything she creates. Her work has been embraced by parents, educators, counselors, and — most importantly — children.
When she's not writing or seeing clients, you'll find her outdoors with animals, practicing the very mindfulness she teaches — present, unhurried, and deeply grateful for each moment.
Mindfulness is not something we do only on a cushion. It lives in the feel of grass beneath our feet, the sound of a dog sighing beside us, and the courage to simply be still.
— Dr. PammDr. Pamm in the Community
Available for school visits, educator workshops, and media engagements.
School Visits
Interactive assemblies and classroom visits that bring mindfulness to life for students of all ages.
Media Appearances
Available for podcasts, television segments, and editorial contributions on children's mental wellness.
Educator Workshops
Professional development sessions helping teachers integrate mindfulness into everyday classroom practice.