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Penny Howland, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Penny 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 Penny. View 13 reviews
Great news, Penny is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida

Recent reviews

Penny listens to my concerns and responds kindly and appropriately. She has helped see my situation in a whole new light. I recommend her to you.

Aug 2023

Penny provided me the space and interaction time I needed to talk through my situation in a calm and well informed way. She went out of her way to offer extra ideas and avenues for support to me beyond our sessions.

Jan 2023

More about Penny

  • 40 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

Penny has always practiced in a blend of medical and mental health settings in various venues and with many different populations, including dialysis, the terminally ill, grieving, substance abuse, adjustment disorders of all kinds. Penny uses whatever treatment modality is best to meet patients' goals . She believes strongly in the mind-body connection and has great respect for the resilience of the human being and the ability to adapt to life with balance and comfort.

Penny received her BA and MSW from Wayne State University in Detroit, MI. She is a member of ACSW and NASW. Also CAP for all addictions.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Grief Depression Coping with life changes Addictions Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coaching Compassion fatigue Aging and Geriatric Issues Caregiver issues and stress Divorce and separation Guilt and shame Hospice and End of Life Counseling Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Midlife crisis

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Psychodynamic Therapy

Licenses

Penny Howland's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669071304.

  • LCSW · Florida · SW1238 · Expires March 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 Penny Howland

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

Overall rating:

5.0

13 reviews

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Penny listens to my concerns and responds kindly and appropriately. She has helped see my situation in a whole new light. I recommend her to you.

Aug 2023

Penny provided me the space and interaction time I needed to talk through my situation in a calm and well informed way. She went out of her way to offer extra ideas and avenues for support to me beyond our sessions.

Jan 2023

Penny is so talented. She asks the right questions to narrow down the issue that I am facing and quickly gets to the root of the problem.

Dec 2022

Extremely supportive and helpful. She helped me navigate through the most difficult experience I've been through so far.

K.A.·May 2022

She's been a great support and source of many valuable insights. Would definitely recommend her. I love her can-do attitude and the fact that she always makes me feel understood.

K.A.·Feb 2022

My sessions with Penny have helped me greatly. When I first contacted her I was in q pretty dark place . Three months later and I feel I have come a long way.

D.A.·Jan 2022

Insightful, understanding and personable

B.R.·Jan 2022

Penny and I had start to bond and continue to build our professional relationship through out our sessions. We are becoming more like a friend. She takes he time to get to know me and allowing me to get to know her. Penny and I are building trust which I personally think it is very valuable to me and she helps me through to understand what are my needs and what's important for me on my journey. Her professionalism makes me feel warm and comfortable that I can open up to her about anything. She listens.

B.B.·Aug 2021

Penny is the best! She is very straight forward & helps to call me out on my silliness. I appreciate her and our time together always!

S.A.·Aug 2021

if you are looking for a counselor that's going to get to the root of your problems and help you work through them Penny is the one. In just three short weeks I have climbs mountains that I have been staring at for years!

H.A.·Jun 2021

Great listener & supplementals!

J.A.·Apr 2021

Penny is a very dedicated professional. She cares for her clients and work hard to help providing support as much as they need. Penny referred me to the right resources that I am not even aware of and help me build my self esteem along the way. I am so grateful to have this service in the palm of my hand. I am now getting helps from the community that I needed to support myself and my family. Thank you so much Penny !

B.B.·Mar 2021

While it’s only been a few sessions, she’s given me some really great advice and practical things to try /questions to ask/ ways to reframe situations or feelings I’m having. Looking forward to continued work with her. I appreciate her ability get really really specific with me and make sure I’m not just glossing over a problem or feeling vaguely.

M.I.·Mar 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Penny Howland offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Penny Howland 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 Penny Howland speak?

Penny Howland speaks English.

How many years of experience does Penny Howland have?

Penny Howland has 40 years of experience.

Where is Penny Howland licensed to practice?

Penny Howland is licensed to practice in Florida.

Does Penny Howland accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Penny Howland 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 Penny Howland offer?

Penny Howland offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Psychodynamic Therapy.

How can I communicate with Penny Howland?

Penny Howland 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 Penny Howland?

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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When you tap CHAT NOW 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.