- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- CBT and DBT techniques
- Hypnotherapy options
About Penni
Penni Mitchell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida with 30 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and other life challenges. She also addresses concerns such as grief, intimacy-related issues, sleep and eating problems, career strain, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.
Penni uses a mix of practical approaches rather than a single method. She draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), client-centered techniques, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and hypnotherapy when appropriate. Sessions focus on naming strong emotions, spotting unhelpful patterns, and developing clearer ways to cope and relate.
Her background includes a Master of Social Work and a Master in Education, and she is licensed as an LCSW in Florida. Over three decades she has worked with people from many walks of life on issues like parenting stress, relationship strains, substance concerns, and recovery after loss or trauma.
In sessions she emphasizes straightforward conversation and practical tools. People can expect discussion of feelings and behaviors, skills practice, and steps to try between meetings. She also uses strategies aimed at improving communication and reducing overwhelming emotion.
Penni accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English. Before booking, readers should confirm current session formats and scheduling options to match their needs.
How therapeutic methods translate to online work
Penni combines Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) with client-centered work and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). EFT focuses on identifying and naming strong emotions and the patterns they create in relationships and daily life. Client-centered work centers the person's experience and priorities, helping conversations stay relevant to what matters most. CBT looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviors and offers practical tools to change unhelpful patterns.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Penni will collaborate with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences. That means trying tools, checking what helps, and adjusting plans together rather than sticking to a single method.
The original biography did not specify which online session formats are offered. Before booking, confirm the current session options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example, they can reduce travel time, allow a shorter check-in on a break, or avoid the need to be on camera for every meeting. Licensed professionals can adapt EFT, client-centered conversation, and CBT exercises to remote sessions so people can work on emotion awareness, communication skills, and concrete behavior changes from wherever they are.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and related concerns such as grief, intimacy issues, sleep and eating problems.
What therapeutic approach does she use?
Penni lists Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) among her approaches and combines it with client-centered methods, CBT, DBT and hypnotherapy when appropriate.
How much experience does she have?
She has practiced for 30 years and has substantial experience working with a wide range of mental health and life concerns.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida and holds a Master of Social Work and a Master in Education.
Can I see her if I live outside the US?
She accepts international clients; sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The original biography did not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before scheduling.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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