Therapist profile
Penni Mitchell, LCSW
Florida
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Anger and Life Stress
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- CredentialsLCSW
- LicenseLCSW, Florida / SW10422
- NPI1578838892
- Experience30 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationFlorida
About
- CBT strategies
- DBT skills
- Hypnotherapy techniques
About Penni
Penni Mitchell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida with 30 years of experience. She works with adults on issues such as stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, grief, relationship and parenting concerns, and anger. Sessions are conducted in English and she accepts international clients.
Penni holds a Master of Social Work and a Master in Education. Her background includes work with substance use, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, and a wide range of life transitions. She draws on a broad mix of clinical approaches rather than a single method.
In practice she uses techniques from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), emotionally-focused therapy (EFT), and hypnotherapy. That means sessions include practical skills, focused thinking work, emotion regulation techniques, and reflective conversation. She adapts tools to the issue at hand rather than sticking to one formula.
People who come for help with anger often want to reduce snapping at loved ones, lower workplace frustration, or manage built-up resentment. Sessions typically involve noticing triggers, learning calming strategies, and practicing different responses. Work can include short skills practice between meetings and targeted exercises in session.
To start, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Confirm current session options before booking.
How sessions work
Approaches you can use in online sessions
Penni commonly uses client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy in her practice. Client-centered work focuses on listening and reflecting so people can clarify what matters to them and decide on next steps. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at thinking patterns and behaviors and teaches practical exercises to reduce anger, anxiety, or depressive symptoms.She also uses dialectical behavior therapy skills for emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT skills are useful when someone wants concrete practices for handling strong feelings, managing conflict, or reducing impulsive reactions. Each approach is explained in plain terms and applied to the person's real-life situations during sessions.
Choosing the right mix of approaches happens together. The therapist will review needs, goals, and preferences and suggest which methods to try first. That collaborative process can evolve as progress is made and priorities shift.
The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before you book. Many people find online work helps fit therapy into busy schedules, makes follow-up easier, and allows short check-ins or skill practice between commitments. Ask about the current session formats when you set up the first appointment.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, anger, relationship and parenting issues, plus many related concerns listed in her specialties.
What is her therapeutic style?
She mixes client-centered work with CBT, DBT, EFT and hypnotherapy techniques to teach skills and explore emotions in practical ways.
How much experience does she have?
She has been practicing for 30 years and has worked across substance use, trauma, mood disorders and life transitions.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker (FL LCSW) and practices from Florida.
Can I work with her if I live outside the US?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients; confirm any region-specific details before booking.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before scheduling.
How are costs handled?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.