Penni Fontenot, LCSW
- Stress and anxiety support
- Grief and loss care
- Focus and motivation help
About Penni Fontenot
Penni approaches therapy with the belief that each person is the expert on their own life story. She emphasizes identifying and building on the strengths clients already have, especially when life feels overwhelming or stuck. In her view, insight and direction are often already present within a person, but it can take the right support to access them more clearly.
She also recognizes that not everyone connects with the idea of having the answers inside themselves, or may not feel ready to trust that they can get there. Penni meets clients where they are and focuses on offering steady guidance as they sort through what is getting in the way and what they want to change.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Penni Fontenot have?
Penni Fontenot has 10 years of professional experience providing therapy and support.
Is Penni Fontenot a licensed therapist?
Yes. Penni Fontenot is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and is licensed in Louisiana as LA LCSW 12209.
In which languages does Penni Fontenot provide therapy?
Penni Fontenot provides therapy in English.
Where is Penni Fontenot located?
Penni Fontenot is located in Louisiana.
How can I work with Penni Fontenot as my therapist?
You can work with Penni Fontenot through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.
Does Penni Fontenot work with international clients?
No. Penni Fontenot does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Penni Fontenot cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based 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-Based Support That Fits Your Life Online
Penni Fontenot, LCSW, draws from evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients work through stress, anxiety, grief, depression, self-esteem concerns, and attention-related challenges such as ADHD.In skills-focused therapy, sessions often center on identifying patterns that keep stress or low mood going and practicing practical tools to respond differently in day-to-day life. This approach can be especially helpful when anxiety feels hard to manage or motivation is running low.
A strengths-based approach highlights what is already working and builds on personal resilience, which can support confidence, self-esteem, and a clearer sense of direction during life transitions or periods of self-doubt. For grief and loss, therapy can also create space to process emotions at a manageable pace while staying connected to what matters most.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Penni collaborates with clients to shape sessions around individual needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the focus as those needs evolve over time.
Online therapy offers flexibility without putting life on hold. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to get support in a way that fits different schedules, energy levels, and communication styles.