Penelope "Penny" McBride
Steady support for change and resilience
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About
Penelope "Penny" McBride is a New York-based Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 26 years of experience supporting people through the realities of stress, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and complicated family dynamics. Her work is grounded in a client-centered mindset, taking time to understand each person’s history, strengths, and the specific challenges that bring them to therapy.
She offers a steady, supportive space to explore concerns that can feel isolating or overwhelming, including social anxiety, life transitions, workplace strain, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, and shifts in self-esteem. Penny emphasizes practical growth in areas such as emotional regulation, communication, and coping skills, while also helping clients build self-respect and clarity about what they need.
With broad clinical experience, she works with a range of concerns including mood-related challenges, parenting stress, anger, eating and body-image concerns, caregiver strain, codependency, and the impact of family-of-origin patterns. Penny approaches therapy with empathy and respect, collaborating with clients to better understand their inner world, strengthen resilience, and develop meaningful strategies for change.
She offers a steady, supportive space to explore concerns that can feel isolating or overwhelming, including social anxiety, life transitions, workplace strain, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, and shifts in self-esteem. Penny emphasizes practical growth in areas such as emotional regulation, communication, and coping skills, while also helping clients build self-respect and clarity about what they need.
With broad clinical experience, she works with a range of concerns including mood-related challenges, parenting stress, anger, eating and body-image concerns, caregiver strain, codependency, and the impact of family-of-origin patterns. Penny approaches therapy with empathy and respect, collaborating with clients to better understand their inner world, strengthen resilience, and develop meaningful strategies for change.
- 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)
Thoughtful Therapy Approaches, Made Flexible Online
Penelope "Penny" McBride draws from approaches that balance insight with practical tools. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns in thoughts and behaviors that can intensify stress, anxiety, low mood, or self-esteem concerns, then practicing new ways of responding day to day. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds skills for managing intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening communication, which can be helpful when relationships, anger, or life transitions feel hard to navigate. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early and ongoing relationships shape trust, connection, and coping, supporting clients who want to understand recurring relationship patterns, family dynamics, or fears of abandonment.Finding the right fit is part of the process. Penny works collaboratively with clients to clarify goals, preferences, and what has or has not helped before, then adjusts the pace and approach as therapy unfolds.
Online therapy can make it easier to stay consistent, especially with busy schedules or changing demands. Sessions may take place through video calls or phone sessions, with additional options like live chat or text-based messaging for flexible support between appointments.
How much experience does Penelope "Penny" McBride have?
Penelope "Penny" McBride has 26 years of experience.
Is Penelope "Penny" McBride a licensed therapist?
Yes. Penelope "Penny" McBride is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York, with license number NY LCSW 077548.
In which languages does Penelope "Penny" McBride provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Penelope "Penny" McBride located?
Penelope "Penny" McBride is located in New York.
How can I work with Penelope "Penny" McBride as my therapist?
You can work with Penelope "Penny" McBride through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and what is available.
Does Penelope "Penny" McBride work with international clients?
No. Penelope "Penny" McBride does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Penelope "Penny" McBride cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For the most 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 to help 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.