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I have been licensed in Florida for less than one year but have 6 years of experience working as an adult trauma therapist at a recovery center. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career challenges, mid-life crises, stress, low self-esteem, abandonment issues, empty nesters, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, motivation, grief, good girl trauma, self-esteem, codependence, and confidence. I have also helped many women who have struggled with childhood trauma to include all forms of abuse.
My therapy style is warm, person-centered, and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, empathy, and compassion, and I don’t believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, dialectical behavioral, psychodynamic, gestalt, solution-focused, and rational-emotive therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
It takes courage to be willing to ask for help and take the first steps towards change. To seek a more fulfilling and happier life through transformation and growth. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.
Additional areas of focus:Abandonment, Attachment issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues
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Reviews
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Penelope Surber. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
When I signed up for Better Help I didn’t expect it to be as helpful as it has been. I needed consistency, support and tools to help get myself through a really hard time in my life. It’s still a work in progress and with Penelope’s help it doesn't feel as daunting anymore. I am so grateful to have someone to talk to who I don’t feel like I’m bothering.
Written on Dec 20, 2024 after therapy with Penelope for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Penelope has been amazing to me with helping me through the hardest times of my life! She brought light back into my heart!
Written on Dec 12, 2024 after therapy with Penelope for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
She’s wonderful
Written on Nov 16, 2024 after therapy with Penelope for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and compassion fatigue
Penelope is such a great therapist. I feel so comfortable talking with her and expressing any feelings I have with her. She has been very helpful in my healing journey.
Written on Nov 04, 2024 after therapy with Penelope for 2 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, and grief
She's great!
Written on Nov 02, 2024 after therapy with Penelope for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Amazing person to talk to, always hears you out and gives great advice on any situation.
Written on Oct 19, 2024 after therapy with Penelope for 2 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, anger management, and career difficulties
So far so good, when we talk its like im talking to a sister that I dont have and I feel better after every session
Written on Oct 18, 2024 after therapy with Penelope for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Penelope is down to earth and easy to talk to. She is good at getting you to open up without feeling any judgement. She makes you feel heard and helps you get back on the path you need to be on.
Written on Sep 06, 2024 after therapy with Penelope for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Penelope has a true gift for listening to what you have to say. In time, and at the right time she will provide you with exactly what you need to know. She is honest and she tells it like it is.
Written on Aug 16, 2024 after therapy with Penelope for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Thus far, I’ve had an amazing experience and could not be happier with the match.
Written on Aug 08, 2024 after therapy with Penelope for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I have been enjoying my sessions with Penelope, she’s very down to earth an relatable in many degrees she keeps sessions fun but also knows how to dig for questions you may be reaching for yourself. It makes me happy being able to be open with her an not be judged an usually she has a story or event in her life that she’ll touch on an be able to relate to the way I feel.
I’ve had great experiences so far an dont think I’ll stop anytime soon!
Written on Aug 07, 2024 after therapy with Penelope for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
As soon as I see Penelope’s face my day gets brighter! She’s warm and nurturing and accurately reads what would be helpful in a situation!! It also helps a lot that we can relate on such a deep level and joke around too. That’s a true sign that she gets it!! Thank you for witnessing me and holding space Penelope, you’re an angel
Written on Jun 28, 2024 after therapy with Penelope for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and adhd
Penelope has a gift with counselling where she is able to hold and loving and kind space and also bring her wisdom and humor into the sessions. I thinks she is by far one of the best therapists I have encountered.
Written on Jun 26, 2024 after therapy with Penelope for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Penelope is no nonsense and all help. So glad to have met her
Written on Jun 21, 2024 after therapy with Penelope for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
I initially started on Better Help last summer, but took a break after my therapist I had took a break. I was discouraged for awhile about coming back. However, went ahead and took that leap. I’m very please that I managed to be paired with this therapist. It did not feel as hard or intimidating, she created a supportive, non- judgmental space for me to talk. As well as giving me guidance, and understanding of things that help me towards my mental health goals.
Written on Jun 17, 2024 after therapy with Penelope for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
Penelope has been very helpful in understanding my situation. She listens asks great questions and makes you do some work along with giving good advice.
Written on Apr 24, 2024 after therapy with Penelope for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
So far, so good! Really enjoying our sessions.
Written on Apr 23, 2024 after therapy with Penelope for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She truly listens to me and gives me resources for my problem. She’s the best.
Written on Mar 18, 2024 after therapy with Penelope for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coaching, and adhd
Penelope holds space for me to express my struggles and emotions in a safe way. She makes me feel seen and supported. I am grateful to have her on my team helping me move through the obstacles in my life right now.
Written on Mar 15, 2024 after therapy with Penelope for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, coping with life changes, and coaching
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