- Practical coping tools
- Nonjudgmental support
- Goal focused work
About Penny
Penny Clodfelter is a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on helping people manage things that feel overwhelming. She guides people dealing with addiction, relationship strains, trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, and stress. Penny speaks plainly and aims to make the first steps easier for someone who is worried or unsure about reaching out.
She holds a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential and a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker credential and has practiced for 35 years in Missouri and Kansas. Penny aims to build an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can say what’s on their mind and begin to sort through tough feelings.
Her sessions often focus on practical tools. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help spot unhelpful thinking patterns and change behaviors. Mindfulness techniques are used to help people stay present and manage strong emotions. Motivational Interviewing helps when people feel stuck and want to find internal reasons to change.
Penny also draws on solution-focused strategies to set clear, achievable goals and track progress. She works with people on concerns that include parenting, intimacy-related issues, eating difficulties, anger, self-esteem, and many life transitions like adoption or caregiving stress. Her approach emphasizes steady steps and collaboration.
People considering therapy will find a therapist who values direct talk and practical strategies. Penny encourages those ready to begin to take the matching questionnaire and schedule a first meeting to see if it feels like a good fit.
How Penny’s approaches translate to online work
Penny uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice thought patterns that lead to unwanted feelings and behaviors, then practice small changes to reduce their impact. She also uses Mindfulness Therapy to teach simple attention and breathing practices that lessen overwhelm and help with anxiety or strong emotions.Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. Penny will talk with each person about their goals and what feels most helpful, then adjust methods as progress unfolds. The plan is shaped by the client’s needs rather than a fixed formula.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. These practical benefits help people keep therapy consistent while working on changes like managing stress, addressing addictive patterns, or improving communication.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Penny commonly address?
She works with people on addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, stress, and anxiety. Additional areas include parenting, eating struggles, anger, and self-esteem.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Penny uses clear, practical methods and direct conversation. She aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space and focuses on steps clients can take between sessions.
What is her professional background?
She has 35 years of professional experience and has worked across a range of concerns including addiction, trauma, and grief.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds LCSW and LSCSW credentials and is licensed in Missouri and Kansas, practicing from Kansas.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on therapist availability.