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Anthony Penn, LPC

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

Additional areas of focus: Addictions, 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

Video
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Messaging

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.

Anthony is kind, relatable, and insightful in his advice. He helped me through a difficult time personally and professionally, and gave me tips on what I can do on my own to work through issues. He had lots of availability to meet, especially outside of regular business hours (so important)!! I can't recommend Anthony enough!

Written on Jul 20, 2023 after therapy with Anthony for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd

Great to work with, lots of tools to help you

Written on Jul 17, 2023 after therapy with Anthony for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, and coaching

Excellent, insightful, and a calming presence.

Written on Jun 22, 2023 after therapy with Anthony for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd

Anthony is a great communicator who is able to help equip you with the specific tools that you will need in everyday life. He also has a humble demeanor which allows him to be a fantastic listener as well.
Great therapist and definitely worth your consideration.

Written on Jun 06, 2023 after therapy with Anthony for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Anthony is a very keen listener, picking up on my cues during discussions, offering a variety of ways to look at things and provide guidance.

Written on Apr 26, 2023 after therapy with Anthony for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety

This is my first time using better help and I was a little hesitant. However that all went away with not only how easy the app is to use but how much progress I have made with my therapist Anthony Penn. He listens to my concerns and assigns me homework and reaches out to me to make sure that I am doing ok. I feel heard and supported. I would strongly recommend him.

Written on Apr 19, 2023 after therapy with Anthony for 1 month on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, and bipolar disorder