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Anthony Penn, LPC
Virginia
LPC in Virginia - Anxiety and Stress
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practices
- Motivational interviewing
About Anthony
Anthony Penn is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Virginia with 13 years of counseling experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy concerns, career questions, and the effects of major life changes.
He works in clear, goal-focused ways that emphasize noticing unhelpful thoughts and changing unhelpful habits. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a frequent part of his work, and he blends it with mindfulness, acceptance and commitment ideas, and motivational interviewing. Sessions often include practical exercises people can try between meetings.
Penn has worked in many settings, including private practice, acute inpatient psychiatric units, outpatient programs such as partial hospitalization, group homes, forensic facilities, and community mental health programs. He has experience supporting active duty, veteran, and retired service members facing reintegration challenges after combat.
His background includes a Master of Science in Mental Health Rehabilitation Counseling from Virginia Commonwealth University. That clinical foundation is combined with long-term experience working with people who have severe mental illness as well as with those facing situational distress.
In sessions he focuses on identifying patterns that keep problems going and testing small changes to see what helps. He asks practical questions, suggests exercises, and uses straightforward feedback to track progress. If his approach sounds relevant, he asks prospective clients to use the site process to match and schedule an initial session.
How his approaches translate to online work
Anthony commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and test unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT sessions focus on specific problems, clear goals, and practical between-session exercises to change how someone responds to stress and anxiety.He also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which helps people accept difficult feelings while clarifying personal values and taking committed action. Client-Centered Therapy appears in his work as well, meaning conversations are guided by the person's concerns and the therapist follows the client's lead to set priorities.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. He will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their goals and preferences, and adjust over time based on what helps most.
Confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking so you know how meetings will be conducted. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time for appointments. Licensed professionals use these practical benefits to help people keep consistent progress while working on concrete skills and behaviors.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He addresses stress, anxiety, anger, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, career concerns, bipolar and compassion fatigue among other difficulties.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, goal-oriented style that often emphasizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mixes in mindfulness, acceptance-based ideas, and motivational interviewing.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 13 years of counseling experience plus decades working with people facing psychological and emotional challenges, including severe mental illness.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Virginia and practices in that state.
What languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats are offered?
Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are available for scheduling.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session from the available times.
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