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Dr. Linda Pendleton, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Linda is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Linda. View 55 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Mississippi

Recent reviews

Dr. Pendleton has helped a lot in the short time I have had her. She has helped me realize the confidence that I lost. It helps when she challenges my perception of things, because it makes me think, and every one needs to think about who they are.

Reviewed May 2024

Dr. Pendleton has been good about helping me with the grieving process of the loss of my mother in law and best friend and daughters pastor. She has been helpful with giving tips for me on how to deal with my father's cancer. She's also good at responding to my messages quickly. She's real and gives suggestions that can be applied in life to help make improvements where necessary. She tells it like it is but is compassionate and shows a genuine concern for her patients well being. She has given me helpful advice for my daughter also who has ADHD and ODD. She really is a God send.

Reviewed May 2024

More about Linda

  • 30 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

Hello, I am Dr. Linda F. Pendleton, MSW, LCSW. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Mississippi. I earned my Master degree in Social Work at the University of Southern Mississippi and my Doctorate degree (PhD) in the Philosophy of Social Work. I began my training in 1990, under a well-known therapist and in 2011, I started my private practice. I have over 30 years of experience in the state of Mississippi.

I provide psychotherapy to children, adolescents, young adults, couples, veterans and the geriatric community. I have extensive training in a range of modalities including, cognitive behavioral therapy, strength-based coaching, and family-therapy. I am an educator to graduate and doctorate students who are pursuing their goal of becoming therapists themselves.

I am passionate about cooking and baking for my family and friends. I am an avid football fan and enjoy all music genres. I am zealous about exercising in doors and outside.

I look forward to guiding you in a discovery of seeking your best life, one step at a time.

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SPECIALTIES

• Stress, Anxiety

• Relationship issues

• Self esteem

• Career difficulties

Also experienced in:

LGBT, Family conflicts, Divorce, Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Eating disorders , Parenting issues , Anger management, Depression, Christian Counseling, Anxiety, Job related stress, Suicidal Ideations, Chronic issues

Years of Experience: 30

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LICENSING

LCSW- C2085

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Grief Anger management Depression Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Communication problems Control issues Divorce and separation Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Self-harm Self-love Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Dr. Linda Pendleton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922377662.

  • LCSW · Mississippi · C2085 · Expires April 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Dr. Linda Pendleton

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

55 reviews

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Dr. Pendleton has helped a lot in the short time I have had her. She has helped me realize the confidence that I lost. It helps when she challenges my perception of things, because it makes me think, and every one needs to think about who they are.

Reviewed May 2024

Dr. Pendleton has been good about helping me with the grieving process of the loss of my mother in law and best friend and daughters pastor. She has been helpful with giving tips for me on how to deal with my father's cancer. She's also good at responding to my messages quickly. She's real and gives suggestions that can be applied in life to help make improvements where necessary. She tells it like it is but is compassionate and shows a genuine concern for her patients well being. She has given me helpful advice for my daughter also who has ADHD and ODD. She really is a God send.

Reviewed May 2024

Dr. Pendleton is simply amazing! I have seen a lot of therapist but she is simple the best! I’m grateful that I have her.

Reviewed April 2024

Dr Pendleton is a lifesaver literally. She makes you confront your reality with a good sense of humour, lovingly and in a non- judgmental manner. I’m blessed she turned out to be my therapist. God certainly knew what he was doing when that happened!

Reviewed August 2023

Getting motivating messages in between my sessions with Dr. Pendleton reminds me that I am a priority to her and not just another number. I greatly appreciate her.

Reviewed May 2023

I enjoyed every session with Dr. Pendleton, even the tough ones! She listened to me and we worked together to get me into recovery. I felt as though I could approach her with my challenges in a safe and judgement free environment. I am grateful that I was matched with her and am happy to say I am in a much better place than when I started. I now that the tools I need to be successful.

Reviewed May 2021

Excellent

Reviewed March 2021

Dr. Pendleton’s expertise is greatly appreciated!

Reviewed January 2024

I appreciate Dr. Pendleton, reaching out to me when I have been radio silent for more than a couple days. Living in a bit of a tricky situation with my son as he lives with schizoaffective disorder, and I am desperately trying to learn new skills to navigate this reality.

Reviewed November 2023

Honestly, Dr L Pendleton is an incredible woman, who is kind hearted, approachable and caring. I have had vast improvements in my mental health and sense of self every since I had my sessions with her. Thank heavens for Dr Pendleton.

Reviewed July 2023

Dr. Pendleton is compassionate and tells it like it is.

Reviewed July 2023

I just love Dr. Pendleton

Reviewed February 2023

Great service and Dr Pendleton is the best!

Reviewed February 2023

Dr. Pendleton is an amazing listener and architect of rebuilding broken relationships.

Reviewed April 2023

I have only had a couple of sessions with Dr.Pendleton so far but I already feel that she really listens and asks thoughtful questions to help me dig deeper into the “why” behind my thought processes and patterns. She has a disarming quality in her approach and gives actionable steps for improvement. I already feel that I trust her insights and feel comfortable to explore during our sessions. Highly recommend!

Reviewed January 2023

Dr. Pendleton is a highly experienced therapist who has been instrumental in helping me regain my self-esteem and adopt a more positive outlook on life. I have been impressed by her wide range of knowledge and her ability to tailor her approach to my specific needs and concerns. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a therapist.

Reviewed January 2023

Amazing and on point!!!

Reviewed December 2022

She is incredibly supportive. She takes the time to listen to you and learn your style of therapy. She is frank and honest with you, and shows she cares about your well-being.

Reviewed December 2022

I have had 2 sessions with Dr. Pendleton thus far and while I have brought up multiple concerns in my life, we have been able to focus on the most current issue at hand and how to best navigate them, which have been helpful. I appreciate her perspectives on key concerns and am working to adjust my reactions to issues. My anger has calmed down a bit over the last 2 weeks so glad to see that change occur relatively quickly. I look forward to my next session with Dr. Pendleton.

Reviewed November 2022

While Dr. Pendleton is nice, cheerful and engaging, Idid not feel like we clicked and she did not give me any helpful ideas at the end of the session. I would like to find someone more well versed on Marriage counseling and how marriages change over time and especially during difficult times such as we have had with CoVid and people loosing jobs that impacts and changes their lives at home as well as at work an their feeling of self worth, and how that might impact a marriage. Someone that can help me make that transition when I wasn’t ready for it and neither was my husband.

Reviewed November 2022

Dr. Pendleton listens to me and offers good feedback.

Reviewed November 2022

Dr. Pendleton is THE BEST!! She truly understands what I’m speaking about and is very supportive, but is willing to tell the truth if I’m wrong. I appreciate her so much.

Reviewed November 2022

Great person. Ready to listen and advice. I like her.

Reviewed August 2022

My therapist was exactly what I needed. Highly recommend.

Reviewed August 2022

Excellent practitioner

Reviewed August 2022

Amazing! Highly professional and very understanding at all times.

Reviewed July 2022

Dr Pendleton is great. She makes you feel heard and seen and genuinely seems to care about me

Reviewed July 2022

Dr. Pendleton understood me from go and having had bad experiences with drs in the past she is a breath of fresh air. A great sense of humor while sticking to professional standards at all times. We clicked right away and I look forward to therapy thanks to Dr. Pendleton!

Reviewed July 2022

Dr. Pendleton is excellent, very helpful and supportive.

Reviewed June 2022

Sweetest woman ever, all her advice hits it to a T. she understands my feelings so we’ll and just knows exactly what to say. have only been with her for a short time and i already feel so much progress!

Reviewed June 2022

She’s amazing

Reviewed May 2022

Dr Pendleton isn't just a therapist who will simply listen and list what they think. She engages with you, makes you laugh, helps you understand not just from your perspective but from the other side giving you a broader point of view. She treats you like a person and you feel like you're talking to one too. She's not just a therapist but she's your friend too

Reviewed March 2022

She is the best ever. I have never felt so safe, she is truly my safe place when I need to talk to somebody, she is the absolute best. I wish I could just give her a big hug sometimes for all she’s done. Without her. I’d be dead. She saved me in so many way. That women is the reason my mother still gets to talk to her daughter. A truly caring women

Reviewed March 2022

It’s like talking to an old friend!! She’s awesome!

Reviewed March 2022

I wasn't sure about therapy. Whether it was right for me or not even though I needed help. Immediately upon meeting Dr. Pendleton she put me at ease. I was able to open up to her in a way that surprised even me. Talking to her is liking talking to that friend that you always wanted to have. Have you ever wanted to talk to someone who was genuinely interested in you and what you were going through? I mean someone that really cared about you and only wanted what was best for you....that's what I get with her. Even as I'm writing this it brings tears to my eyes because it's what I so desperately need at this moment in my life. I'm grateful that God saw fit to bless me with her! She not just my therapist she's my confidant, my sister, and most importantly my friend .... she's whatever I need her to be for me to be better and I love that in her. It's not easy ... not every one can do it ... and she does it better than any one. I guess that's why it's call "betterhelp"!!

Reviewed December 2021

Dr Pendleton is a total pro. When has helped me navigate some tricky family challenges. Can’t recommend her more!

Reviewed November 2021

I am speechless. I love Dr. Pendleton. She is absolutely amazing. I never expected therapy to be this helpful to my life. I met a number of five therapists before meeting Linda, and before meeting her I was going to give up. I am grateful I started meeting with her because my life changed exponentially for the better. She is everything and more. ❤️

Reviewed November 2021

Dr. Pendleton is the best and a trusted professional!

Reviewed November 2021

Dr Pendleton is a godsend. She gives you the support you need to be the best you, she's always your number one cheerleader, but doesn't mince words or sugar coat the truth when you need to hear it. She's so honest, so caring and supportive, I can't speak highly enough of my experience of therapy. I appreciate having Dr Pendleton in my life.

Reviewed November 2021

I love working with Dr. Pendleton! My favorite thing about our sessions is that they are ACTION oriented. I've worked with many therapists in my life and have learned something from each one. However, Dr. P is the first one to ever give me homework right off the bat. (or almost ever, really.) She's just what I needed at this point in my life!

Reviewed September 2021

So far my interactions with Dr. Pendleton have been refreshing to say the least. She listens and all does me to take discussion in the direction that I feel most comfortable but offers strategies to deal with any issue. She checks in on me outside of our sessions and I appreciate that so much. Thank you Dr. Pendleton and BetterHelp!

Reviewed July 2021

My sessions with Dr. P have been an absolute godsend. She's warm but direct, and no-nonsense with a great sense of humour, and makes you feel at ease from the first minute. I value my sessions with her profoundly!

Reviewed July 2021

Dr.Pendleton is attentive and so easy going it feels like I’m talking to my friend. A friend with expert advice and insight

Reviewed June 2021

Dr. Pendleton is a fantastic counselor...she helped me feel at ease from day one. She listens attentively and always responds to messages, offers grounded perspectives and "homework" exercises to help you internalise new thought processes...all with a wicked sense of humour. I appreciate that I don't have to filter or meter my emotions/thoughts during our sessions. I'm very grateful for all of her help!

Reviewed May 2021

She is a very good Counselor.

Reviewed March 2021

Dr. Pendleton is a great person and therapist. She’s really active when you’re speaking and she does her best to give the best help she can give. She is also really inspirational and checks in to see if you’re doing okay!

Reviewed March 2021

I love her!

Reviewed February 2021

Dr. Pendleton is a very professional and kind person. I appreciate each session with her & feel great afterwards. She has a very authentic and helpful manner and I would recommend her to anyone in search of a good therapist.

Reviewed January 2021

She is very professional and friendly. I have confidence that her expertise is helping me challenge a lot of my past in order to change the perspective and move forward in a healthy way. She makes you feel comfortable to share and pushes you when needed. She is also great at following up with you and checking in often.

Reviewed January 2021

Dr. Pendleton has the best conversation approach I’ve ever seen. There’s clearly a goal or a direction she’s moving in but manages to get there while keeping the mood light and keeping you laughing. She’s found the perfect balance of professionalism and humour! She’s a very likeable person, making it really easy to open up to. Her insights and advice once you’ve opened up have been extremely helpful so far. 10/10 would recommend!

Reviewed January 2021

Dr. Linda Pendleton brings pain to the forefront and addresses it. Wasting time is not allowed. Come to the session clothed in your full truth or risk being exposed. And that's why she is the most coveted hidden gem on Betterhelp. So, book her if you can, but her calendar fills until it overflows - so move quickly.

Reviewed January 2021

Really lovely talk therapy style that helps me take accountability for my actions surrounding mental health but also just so fun chatting to Dr Pendleton! If I start a session really depressive and self-pitying and telling myself the world is gonna end, by the time we finish the sessions I’m nearly crying laughing and brought back to a happy and bright reality. So grateful for Dr Pendleton I couldn’t recommend anyone better

Reviewed January 2021

I’ve been working with Dr. P for about a month or so now. Every session with her I leave feeling good about myself. She helps me work through things I otherwise wouldn’t have the courage to deal with myself. She validates my feelings and experiences while also reminding me that I have so much potential and that I’m going places. I feel like recently I’ve forgotten that. I really appreciate Doc and everything she’s been for me and I look forward to continuing working together.

Reviewed January 2021

Dr. Pendleton is an experienced counsellor. She counsels with practical wisdom . She is attentive, an excellent listener with a pleasant countenance that makes you confident to confide in her. I always look forward to my sessions with her.

Reviewed December 2020

Dr. Pendleton has been a good listener over the course of our sessions so far. She does a great job of hearing what I’m saying and distilling it in a way that clarifies some of my own thoughts and concerns in a way that I haven’t been able to on my own. I found her to be easy to trust right away which makes it easier to open up as well as be open to what her valuable feedback. I’m lucky to have found her.

Reviewed December 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Linda Pendleton offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. Linda Pendleton works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Dr. Linda Pendleton speak?

Dr. Linda Pendleton speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. Linda Pendleton have?

Dr. Linda Pendleton has 30 years of experience.

Where is Dr. Linda Pendleton licensed to practice?

Dr. Linda Pendleton is licensed to practice in Mississippi.

Does Dr. Linda Pendleton accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Dr. Linda Pendleton accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Dr. Linda Pendleton offer?

Dr. Linda Pendleton offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Dr. Linda Pendleton?

Dr. Linda Pendleton can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Dr. Linda Pendleton?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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