Have only had one session and it was good
Pennie Sheppard, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Pennie 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 Pennie. View 10 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
Still have a journey ahead of me! But I’m getting closer to my goals and my healing! I’m so fortunate to have been paired with Pennie! I never expected virtual therapy to be this rewarding. It hasn’t been easy! But she’s helped my get out of the darkness into the light more than anyone will ever know.
More about Pennie
- 14 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
Welcome to Online Counselling, I am a MBACP Integrative Counsellor and FHT Therapeutic Body Psychotherapist.
With over 14 years experience in helping clients with stress, depression, anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, dissociation disorders, PTSD, long term illness, MS, fibromyalgia, learning disabilities, and forms of autism spectrum disorders.
Online Counselling provides an opportunity to explore a personal difficulty in a confidential and supportive environment. This may include expressing feelings that are painful, and which many of us experience at times in certain periods in our lives. When this happens it can be difficult to stay positive and cope with everyday life. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity and compassion. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
As a Therapeutic Body Psychotherapist we can explore at your own pace, choice and time. Gestalt Therapy, Mindfulness, Breathing and Relaxation techniques can help you with this process and helps you alongside your self-discovery of your mind, body and soul healing journey.
I look forward to supporting you on your Journey.
" You can't stop the waves, but you can learn to surf" (Jon Kabet-Zinn)
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Relationship issues
Grief
Anger management
Depression
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family problems
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 375353 · Expires January 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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Pennie Sheppard
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Have only had one session and it was good
Still have a journey ahead of me! But I’m getting closer to my goals and my healing! I’m so fortunate to have been paired with Pennie! I never expected virtual therapy to be this rewarding. It hasn’t been easy! But she’s helped my get out of the darkness into the light more than anyone will ever know.
Pennie has done what no other therapist could do for me. In just two sessions, she got me excited about life again, and helped me believe in myself. She is truly a blessing!
Pennie is Fantastic! She listens, she hears the pain and works with you to help you come out the other side. Some things are quite quick and solutions are found fast. Others are hidden and take time to come out before they can be healed. Pennie always seems to know which to follow with divine timing. Truely blessed to have her in my life. It's like having a walking talking guardian angel
No other therapist I’d want! She’s been amazing, supportive and challenges me to be the best person I can be and to reach my full potential!
Honestly, Pennie has been a rock for me. I was at rock bottom. We have worked hard together. She's sensitive to my issues but challenges in a positive way. She's literally a text away . For Example, I'm in court at the moment and she sent me a text last night with words of support. I couldn't be a therapist. She is unbelievable in her own way. Definitely the person I needed to support and coach me up the mountain from rock bottom. She has been everything I needed and much more.. she's a true professional with grit, passion and empathy.
Wonderful therapist who enables you to connect with the mind soul and body, entirely. Highly recommend for anyone starting therapy, or who has been to therapy before and has felt 'stuck'.
Pennie is simply amazing! She is very attentive to details and listens very well. She gives you resources that will help you understand and put into practice what was learnt. Her voice is calm and soothing and makes sharing with her so easy.
Awesome therapist and great person. I’ve been in a number of therapy sessions with different therapists and she is by far the best i’ve had. She seems to dissect me, as well as listen to the insight that i provide through our sessions. Great therapist. Highly recommend.
Pennie is a wonderful therapist
Frequently asked questions
Does Pennie Sheppard offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Pennie Sheppard 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 Pennie Sheppard speak?
Pennie Sheppard speaks English.
How many years of experience does Pennie Sheppard have?
Pennie Sheppard has 14 years of experience.
Where is Pennie Sheppard licensed to practice?
Pennie Sheppard is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Pennie Sheppard accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Pennie Sheppard accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.
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 Pennie Sheppard offer?
Pennie Sheppard offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Pennie Sheppard?
Pennie Sheppard 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 Pennie Sheppard?
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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
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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.