Penny Gifford, LPC, LCPC
- Collaborative nonjudgmental support
- Skills for lasting change
- Integrative evidence informed care
About Penny Gifford
Her work emphasizes a supportive, collaborative relationship where clients can explore challenges without judgment and move toward meaningful change at a pace that fits their goals. Penny Gifford has extensive experience helping with concerns such as anxiety and stress, anger management, grief and loss, family conflict, codependency, mood-related difficulties, obsessive compulsive concerns, and questions about life purpose and transition.
She uses an integrative counseling style, drawing from behavioral approaches, psychodynamic therapy, and humanistic therapy. This blend allows her to tailor sessions to the individual while still offering a clear, directive, solution-focused process designed to help clients learn new ways of coping, strengthen insight, and make effective changes in daily life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Penny Gifford have?
Penny Gifford has 30 years of experience working as a therapist.
Is Penny Gifford a licensed therapist?
Yes. Penny Gifford holds the credentials LPC and LCPC. License details include CO LPC 5992 and MT LCPC BBH-LCPC-LIC-4727.
In which languages does Penny Gifford provide therapy?
Penny Gifford provides therapy in English.
Where is Penny Gifford located?
Penny Gifford is located in California.
How can I work with Penny Gifford as my therapist?
You can work with Penny Gifford through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This makes it easier to choose a format that fits your schedule and comfort level.
Does Penny Gifford work with international clients?
No. Penny Gifford does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Penny Gifford cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based 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.
Online Therapy That Matches Your Goals and Style
Penny Gifford draws from several established approaches to help adults build skills and make practical changes. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore what matters most to them, strengthen self-understanding, and move forward with greater confidence.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured approach that helps identify unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, then practice new ways of responding. It is often used for concerns like stress, anxiety, low mood, and everyday coping challenges. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds tools for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and communication, which can be especially helpful when feelings become intense or hard to manage.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Penny Gifford works collaboratively with clients to clarify goals, understand preferences, and adjust the pace and focus of therapy over time, so sessions feel relevant and workable in real life.
Online therapy can make consistent support easier to access. Clients can meet by video call or phone, or use live chat and text-based messaging for added flexibility between sessions, helping therapy fit around work, family, and changing schedules.