Penelope "Penny" McBride
New York LCSW specializing in trauma, addiction, relationships
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About
Penelope "Penny" McBride, LCSW, is a licensed therapist in New York with 26 years of clinical practice. Her work is grounded in a client-centered approach and a focus on understanding the connections between personal history, relationships, and present-day challenges. She brings formal training in Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and the Gottman Method.
Penny lists a broad range of specialties including stress, anxiety, addictions, family and relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, mood disorders such as bipolar and depression, self esteem and intimacy-related issues, eating concerns, parenting, grief, and career matters. Additional focus areas noted include abandonment, body image, caregiver stress, codependency, impulsivity, infidelity, and communication problems.
She combines structured skills work, relational perspectives, and motivational techniques to address the specific topics named in her profile. Penny frames therapy as a collaborative process that examines family of origin patterns, communication habits, and life transitions while using the documented clinical approaches in her toolkit.
Penny lists a broad range of specialties including stress, anxiety, addictions, family and relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, mood disorders such as bipolar and depression, self esteem and intimacy-related issues, eating concerns, parenting, grief, and career matters. Additional focus areas noted include abandonment, body image, caregiver stress, codependency, impulsivity, infidelity, and communication problems.
She combines structured skills work, relational perspectives, and motivational techniques to address the specific topics named in her profile. Penny frames therapy as a collaborative process that examines family of origin patterns, communication habits, and life transitions while using the documented clinical approaches in her toolkit.
- Location:
- New York, United States
- Years Experience:
- 26
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem
Other areas of experience: Relationship issues, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Body image, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, Forgiveness, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: NY LCSW 077548
- NPI Number: 1679720940
- License: LCSW (New York)
Remote sessions and therapeutic focus
Penelope McBride offers remote sessions and uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to connect with clients. These communication options are available so people can choose the format that matches their needs and daily routines.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to stress and mood concerns. In remote work this often includes collaborative problem solving, practical strategies, and tasks completed between sessions to address anxiety, depression, eating concerns, or coping with life changes.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy emphasizes skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be useful when impulsivity, anger, or intense emotional responses are present. The Gottman Method brings a structured, relationship-centered approach to improving communication and intimacy-related issues. Penny integrates these methods with Attachment-Based perspectives and Motivational Interviewing when appropriate to tailor the process to individual goals.
Clients who prefer a blend of skills training and relational exploration may find this combination a good fit. Sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How many years has Penelope McBride been practicing?
Her profile lists 26 years of clinical experience.
What credentials and license does she hold?
She is an LCSW and holds NY LCSW license number 077548.
Which languages does she use in sessions?
The profile indicates she works in English.
Where is Penelope McBride based?
She is based in New York.
How can I work with her remotely?
Sessions can be held via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does she accept clients outside the United States?
The profile indicates she does not accept international clients.
What does it cost to see her?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with Penelope McBride?
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