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Penny Herrera, LPC

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.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Penny. View 14 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Texas

Recent reviews

Penny has helped me through many hard times and is always there to give me great advice and has helped me achieve the goals I’ve been trying to

Reviewed November 2024

Penny is awesome!

Reviewed September 2024

More about Penny

  • 20 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas, working with people experiencing stress management, anxiety ,depression, trauma and relationship issues.. I am a compassionate, caring person and deeply concerned about every individual and their diverse needs. My goal is to help you improve your mental and physical health and thereby improving overall well-being. I have counseled adolescents and adults in agencies and schools for 15+ years. This included depression,, anxiety, alcohol and drug issues. In addition I have worked with adults and couples to improve relationships depression, communication, anger and life transitions. In the therapy realm I work to develop goals and objectives to help an individual to move toward change and to lead a more productive life. My therapeutic techniques include Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Rogerian, Mindfulness and Anger Management. It takes a lot of courage to sign up for therapy and I am here to help you in your journey.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Anger management Self esteem Depression Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Parenting issues Career difficulties Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD Adoption and foster care Codependency Dependent personality Hoarding Infidelity Intellectual disability Multicultural concerns Prejudice and discrimination Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Smoking / vaping cessation

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Penny Herrera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659853794.

  • LPC · Texas · 64485 · Expires March 2026

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 Herrera

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

Overall rating:

4.5

14 reviews

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Penny has helped me through many hard times and is always there to give me great advice and has helped me achieve the goals I’ve been trying to

Reviewed November 2024

Penny is awesome!

Reviewed September 2024

Love penny!

Reviewed April 2024

I strongly suggest Penny if you are seeking help. Penny is very attentive, kind, patient and she has a great sense of humor. what I like about her is that she isn't just there to listen, but she also engages with the conversation, and provides other forms of communication as fit for you in case you are camera shy like me.

Reviewed February 2024

Penny is phenomenal and she is so supportive and committed to understanding the situation that I am going through and to working with me to understand how and why I think and behave in certain ways and to begin to take control of my emotions and channel them in more constructive ways to improve the way I communicate in my relationship with my spouse and my family. She is great at helping me see how I might have disordered thinking patterns that I developed from childhood that have carried on into adulthood that aren’t serving me as an adult and how to recognize those thoughts and handle them appropriately. She has been very helpful in pushing me to be more self aware of my own thoughts and feelings and understanding what is really driving them. Highly recommend her to anyone who struggles with anger and dealing with life as an adult who grew up in abusive, violent or otherwise dysfunctional families

Reviewed January 2024

Penny has an issues plan and also does a wonderful job of pivoting topics to my changing week. Her background is a wonderful source of problem-solving in my life.

Reviewed December 2023

I love Penny. She is so.personable and easy to talk to .

Reviewed November 2023

Amazing therapist! She listens to my needs, and I feel heard. She is very positive and always reassures me that she is here if I need her. That's something that is so very important to me. I highly recommend her!

Reviewed November 2023

Great listener and empathizes well. She really cares

Reviewed July 2023

Penny has been an instrumental part of my healing since day one. She listens and provides the safety to be open and vulnerable without judgment! I really enjoyed working with her and am very grateful she and I have crossed paths. She’s a beautiful blessing!

Reviewed April 2023

She is so helpful and compassionate. I am grateful beyond explanation.

Reviewed April 2023

Penny as been a great help to since I started this app. She has taught me skills and techniques to better deal with my challenges. She is amazing.

Reviewed February 2023

Penny has been super helpful with all problems that arise in my life. She’s easy to talk to, very friendly and makes me feel welcome. She gives great advice and listens to my problems and gives ideas in which I could improve in my life. Definitely recommend talking with her.

Reviewed December 2022

Penny is an absolute blessing, I feel she is the first person who truly understands me. She has always celebrated my small goals, even when I didn’t feel it should be celebrated. With her guidance I know I can accomplish the things I need to.

Reviewed August 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Penny Herrera offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Penny Herrera 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 Herrera speak?

Penny Herrera speaks English.

How many years of experience does Penny Herrera have?

Penny Herrera has 20 years of experience.

Where is Penny Herrera licensed to practice?

Penny Herrera is licensed to practice in Texas.

Does Penny Herrera accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Penny Herrera does not accept 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 Herrera offer?

Penny Herrera offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Penny Herrera?

Penny Herrera 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 Herrera?

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.