- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- Relationship work
About Pennie
Pennie Brooks is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 42 years of experience in the mental health field. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, and anger. Sessions are presented in straightforward language and aim to address practical problems that follow big life changes.
Pennie draws on a mix of therapy methods to help people manage distress and make decisions about what comes next. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify patterns of thought and behavior. Client-Centered Therapy is part of her approach when a person needs steady, listening-based support.
Her background includes work in acute care hospitals, rehabilitation centers, hospice settings, government programs for at-risk youth, group practices, and long-term private practice. That range informs how she helps people handle chronic illness, brain and spinal cord injury, caregiver stress, and the effects of trauma and abuse.
She also has experience supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, single parents, and people facing major identity or life transitions. Pennie has worked with older adults and adolescents as well as adults, and she adapts practical tools to the situation a person brings.
People can expect sessions that focus on skills, coping strategies, and clearer next steps. The emphasis is on usable tools for daily life, managing symptoms, and making decisions rather than on abstract theory.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then clarify values and take small, meaningful actions. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and decisions about next steps in life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and coping with change. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes active listening and respect for the person's perspective, offering steady support while practical skills are added as needed. Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist and client will look at symptoms, goals, and preferences and decide together which methods to try. That collaborative process can shift as needs change over time. Confirm which session formats are offered before booking, since the biography does not list specific formats. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a weeknight or a lunch break, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. These practical benefits help people keep continuity with therapy while handling everyday demands.Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
42+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
Pennie focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and anger. She also addresses related areas like chronic illness, caregiver stress, and body image.
How does she approach feeling stuck or directionless?
Her style combines Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered methods to identify unhelpful patterns and develop practical coping skills. The work emphasizes concrete steps and skills to manage day-to-day challenges.
How much experience does she have?
She has 42 years of experience in the mental health field, including work in hospitals, rehabilitation, hospice, government programs, and private practice.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Florida LMHC. Her practice and professional background are centered in Florida.
Can I see her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Format details were not specified in the biography. Confirm current session options before booking to know how sessions are arranged.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific rates depend on the chosen plan and locale.
How do I begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.