- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Family of origin
About Penny
Penny Nevins is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with 23 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on issues such as trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, coping with major life changes, and compassion fatigue. Penny also addresses family of origin issues and related concerns like communication problems, abandonment, and guilt and shame.
Her approach centers on listening first and helping people make practical changes that fit their lives. Sessions focus on what a person wants to do differently. She uses straightforward methods to reduce distress and build coping skills rather than lengthy theory discussions.
Penny draws on Client-Centered Therapy to keep sessions person-driven and Trauma-Focused Therapy when past events are part of the problem. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and Motivational Interviewing to support commitment to change. Solution-Focused techniques are used when clients want concrete steps and quick goals.
In practice she helps people untangle recurring patterns that trace back to the family they grew up in, and then test new ways of relating and reacting. Work may include learning clearer communication, setting boundaries, managing anger, or easing the impact of caregiving and chronic illness.
Sessions are conducted in English from Florida. Costs vary by location and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How her approaches translate to online work
Penny uses Client-Centered Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy alongside Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her clinical work. Client-Centered Therapy means the conversation follows the client's priorities and pace, which helps people name what matters most. Trauma-Focused Therapy involves addressing the impact of past events and building skills to manage strong emotions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at thoughts and behaviors and gives clear tools to reduce distress and change patterns.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Penny will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, and then recommend which methods to use. That plan can change as work progresses and new priorities emerge.
Confirm the session formats available before booking, as specific options are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by saving travel time, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, or enabling video-free phone conversations for lower bandwidth. These practical conveniences can help people maintain regular sessions and practice new skills between meetings.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
Penny works with trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue. She also helps with family of origin issues and related problems such as communication difficulties and guilt.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a person-centered approach that focuses on what the client wants to change. Sessions are practical and aim to produce clearer communication and manageable coping strategies.
How much experience does this therapist have?
She has 23 years of clinical experience working with adults on a range of emotional and life challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in Florida and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted. Sessions are offered to people located in Florida.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start therapy?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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