- Focus on behavior change
- Mindfulness and values
- Works with trauma concerns
About Anthony
Anthony Penn is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Virginia. He focuses on helping people cope with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, grief, trauma, and codependency concerns. He aims to make therapy straightforward and practical for people juggling busy lives.
He draws on 13 years of counseling experience and a longer background working with people facing serious mental health challenges. That mix of experience comes from settings such as private practice, inpatient psychiatric care, partial hospitalization programs, group homes, forensic facilities, and community mental health programs. Anthony has also worked with active duty, veteran, and retired service members on reintegration issues after combat.
In sessions he often uses cognitive behavioral ideas to help people spot thinking patterns and test new behaviors. He blends mindfulness exercises to slow down strong feelings and client-centered listening to keep the work focused on the person in front of him. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused tools are used to set clear, achievable steps between sessions.
People who come to him for help with attachment struggles, codependency, commitment or communication issues will find an approach that mixes practical skills with reflection. He also works with concerns like bipolar mood problems, compassion fatigue, and career-related stress. Anthony aims to reduce overwhelm and help clients regain a sense of direction.
If this approach sounds like a fit, prospective clients are invited to begin the match process and schedule an initial session.
Therapeutic approaches and how they translate online
Anthony often uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. CBT offers clear exercises and homework that fit well into daily routines, which can be continued between online meetings.He also incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which focuses on clarifying personal values and taking small committed actions toward them. ACT helps when someone feels stuck or unsure about life direction and pairs naturally with short online check-ins to track progress.
Finding the right approach is treated as a team effort. The therapist will work with clients to decide which methods match their goals and preferences, and will adjust the focus if something isn’t helpful. That collaborative process aims to keep sessions practical and relevant.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since specific online formats are not listed here. Many people choose online work because it can fit around busy schedules, reduce travel time, and make it easier to keep regular appointments. If you prefer a shorter check-in or exercises you can practice between meetings, mention that when you schedule so the format can reflect your needs.
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Experience
13+ years
Credentials
Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Anthony often help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and codependency-related issues, plus relationship and career concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a mix of cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, client-centered listening, and motivational interviewing to create practical steps and personal insight.
What is his professional background?
He has 13 years of counseling experience and additional years working with people who have severe mental illness across multiple care settings.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Virginia.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.