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Anthony Penn, LPC

Stress, Anxiety Anger management Self esteem, Motivation Depression Coping with life changes
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About me

Hi! My name is Anthony Penn. I’m an LPC licensed in the state Virginia. I have a Master’s in Mental Health Rehabilitation Counseling from Virginia Commonwealth University. I have over 10 years of counseling experience and 20 years of experience working with individuals struggling to manage psychological and/or emotional difficulties, including those diagnosed with severe mental illness.

I’ve worked with a good variety of age groups and populations over the years in my work. I’ve worked in a variety of settings (i.e., private practice, acute inpatient psychiatric facilities, outpatient therapy programs such as partial hospitalization programs, group homes, forensic facilities, and community mental health programs). I’m pleased to say I’ve had the opportunity to assist individuals with a large range of issues and I have yet to meet a challenge that was unwelcome. One of my greatest honors has been to treat active duty, veterans, and retired service members who have served in combat and have faced significant challenges re-integrating into society once returning home.

My counseling approach can be heavy in cognitive behavioral approaches but I love to incorporate mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, and positive psychology into my work. If any of this sounds relevant to you please do not hesitate to contact me.

Professional experience

10yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Anger management Self esteem, Motivation Depression Coping with life changes

Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent Personality, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Emptiness, First Responder Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Military and Veterans Issues, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Paranoia, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Self-Harm, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Young Adult Issues

Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

Services offered

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License information

VA LPC 0701005736

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Anthony Penn. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

I’ve just started with Anthony Penn but find his calm, relaxed vibe easy to talk to. This is my first therapy experience and would recommend Anthony to anyone who is looking for a patient therapist who lets you move at your own pace.

Written on Jul 10, 2024 after therapy with Anthony for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and self esteem

Anthony is great! Gives really good perspective on everything and is very supportive. I feel like he really listens and can provide good tools on how to overcome anxiety and depression. It feels a lot like talking to a wise friend that can give you good advice!

Written on Jul 03, 2024 after therapy with Anthony for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coaching, and adhd

Calm and soothing manner. Great listener. Thoughtful.

Written on Jun 28, 2024 after therapy with Anthony for 3 weeks on issues concerning coping with life changes

He has helped me find a way to focus my thoughts. To be able to work them out and help me gain a better control of my emotions.

Written on Jun 12, 2024 after therapy with Anthony for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem

Checks in on me when I'm feeling isolated. I value his persistence in asking how I'm doing.

Written on Jun 06, 2024 after therapy with Anthony for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

Outstanding listener and compassionate and competent professional

Written on May 30, 2024 after therapy with Anthony for 2 weeks on issues concerning career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching