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Anthony Penn, LPC

Practical, mindful counseling for lasting change
  • CBT informed support
  • Mindfulness based strategies
  • Wide clinical experience

About Anthony Penn

Anthony Penn is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia who brings 13 years of counseling experience, along with 25 years of professional work supporting people facing psychological and emotional challenges, including severe mental illness. He earned a Master's degree in Mental Health Rehabilitation Counseling from Virginia Commonwealth University, training that supports a practical, recovery-oriented perspective for individuals navigating complex mental health needs.

Over the course of his career, Anthony has worked with people across age groups and backgrounds in a wide range of clinical settings, including private practice, acute inpatient psychiatric facilities, outpatient therapy programs such as partial hospitalization, group homes, forensic facilities, and community mental health services. This breadth of experience has allowed him to help with many different concerns and life circumstances, approaching each new situation with openness and respect for the client’s goals.

Anthony considers it a particular privilege to have supported active duty service members, veterans, and retirees who have served in combat and faced the challenges of reintegration after returning home. His counseling style often draws from cognitive behavioral approaches while also integrating mindfulness, solution-focused strategies, and positive psychology to support meaningful, step-by-step change.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEmptinessFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Anthony Penn have?

Anthony Penn has 13 years of experience providing counseling services.

Is Anthony Penn a licensed therapist?

Yes. Anthony Penn is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Virginia license number: VA LPC 0701005736.

In which languages does Anthony Penn provide therapy?

Anthony Penn provides therapy in English.

Where is Anthony Penn located?

Anthony Penn is located in Virginia.

How can I work with Anthony Penn as my therapist?

You can work with Anthony Penn through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling preferences.

Does Anthony Penn work with international clients?

No. Anthony Penn does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Anthony Penn cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Evidence-Informed Tools, Delivered Online

Anthony Penn integrates practical, skills-based therapy with a steady, supportive style that can translate well to online sessions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and daily habits, then practicing new ways of responding. It is often used for concerns like stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and self-esteem challenges by helping clients build manageable, repeatable coping strategies.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes making room for difficult thoughts and feelings while taking steps toward what matters most. It can be especially helpful when clients feel stuck, overwhelmed by life changes, or pulled away from valued relationships and goals.

Mindfulness-based work supports attention, grounding, and present-moment awareness. It can be useful for improving emotional regulation and reducing reactivity during high-stress periods.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Anthony works collaboratively with clients to understand needs, goals, and preferences, and then adjusts the pace and tools to fit what is most helpful over time.

Online therapy also offers flexibility. Sessions can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to access support in a way that fits real-world schedules and comfort levels.

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