Katherine Pennington
Trauma-informed support for anxiety and life transitions
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About
Katherine Pennington is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 14 years of experience supporting people through difficult seasons of life. Based in Kentucky, she works with individuals who are navigating stress, anxiety, trauma, and major life changes, bringing a compassionate, down-to-earth presence to the work.
Her primary focus includes trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and trauma-related symptoms. She often helps clients make sense of how earlier experiences can shape present-day patterns, including emotional reactions, relationship stress, and day-to-day functioning. It is not uncommon for someone to begin therapy focused on anxiety or life pressure and then recognize that unresolved trauma may be contributing. When that connection emerges, Katherine approaches it with care, moving at a pace that feels safe and manageable.
She aims to provide a supportive, grounding, and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore what they are carrying, build healthier coping tools, and strengthen self-understanding. Her work is individualized and collaborative, with a strengths-based style that honors each person’s values, lived experience, and goals, helping clients move forward with greater stability and a renewed sense of self.
Her primary focus includes trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and trauma-related symptoms. She often helps clients make sense of how earlier experiences can shape present-day patterns, including emotional reactions, relationship stress, and day-to-day functioning. It is not uncommon for someone to begin therapy focused on anxiety or life pressure and then recognize that unresolved trauma may be contributing. When that connection emerges, Katherine approaches it with care, moving at a pace that feels safe and manageable.
She aims to provide a supportive, grounding, and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore what they are carrying, build healthier coping tools, and strengthen self-understanding. Her work is individualized and collaborative, with a strengths-based style that honors each person’s values, lived experience, and goals, helping clients move forward with greater stability and a renewed sense of self.
- Location:
- Kentucky, United States
- Years Experience:
- 14
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, ADHD
Other areas of experience: Communication problems, Control issues, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, First responder issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Midlife crisis, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Sexual assault and abuse, Workplace issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: KY LCSW 5138
- NPI Number: 1043699416
- License: LCSW (Kentucky)
Evidence-Based Care That Fits Online Life
Katherine Pennington uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients work through stress, anxiety, trauma-related symptoms, and major life transitions. In online therapy, a strengths-based approach focuses on what is already working and builds practical steps from there, which can be especially helpful when self-esteem is low or coping skills feel stretched thin.Her trauma-informed work also supports people who notice that past experiences are affecting current emotions, relationships, or day-to-day functioning. Therapy can help clients gently explore patterns connected to trauma or PTSD and develop grounding tools that make challenges feel more manageable over time. When anxiety is front and center, sessions can also emphasize skill-building and steady support so clients can respond to stress with more clarity and choice.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Katherine collaborates with clients to clarify goals, identify what feels most supportive, and adjust the pace and focus based on preferences and needs as therapy unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility, with options for video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range of formats can make it easier to stay consistent, fit sessions into a busy schedule, and get support in the way that feels most comfortable.
How much experience does Katherine Pennington have?
Katherine Pennington has 14 years of experience providing therapy and supporting clients through a range of life challenges.
Is Katherine Pennington a licensed therapist?
Yes. Katherine Pennington is a licensed therapist and holds the credential LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). Her license is KY LCSW 5138.
In which languages does Katherine Pennington provide therapy?
Katherine Pennington provides therapy in English.
Where is Katherine Pennington located?
Katherine Pennington is located in Kentucky.
How can I work with Katherine Pennington as my therapist?
You can work with Katherine Pennington through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.
Does Katherine Pennington work with international clients?
No. Katherine Pennington does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Katherine Pennington cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.