LCPC

Dr. Penny Brower, LCPC

Therapist in Illinois

Penny is a LCPC therapist in Illinois.

34+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues
Approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy

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About Penny

Dr. Penny Brower helps people make sense of confusing, painful, or overwhelming chapters in their lives and find more effective ways to move forward. She meets clients where they are, exploring the life events and decision-making patterns that have brought them to therapy and working with them to develop practical skills and supports that lead to gentler, more adaptive choices.

With a doctoral degree from the University of Iowa, Dr. Brower is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - LCPC - who has spent more than three decades helping individuals and couples become more intentional and responsible in their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Her clinical experience includes in-home work with complex, multi-problem families, roles in community mental health centers, private practice, and an eight-year initiative with the Air National Guard to reduce suicide risk, increase resilience, and reduce stigma around seeking mental health care.

She rejects one-size-fits-all labels and treats each person with respect for their individuality, preferring to explore the conditions that make difficult feelings worse or better rather than assigning a fixed diagnosis. Dr. Brower encourages ongoing feedback about what is and is not helpful so therapy can be adapted for the best possible fit and outcome.

Approaches for Online Work and Practical Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then take actions that align with their values - it is often helpful for persistent anxiety, stress, and problems with avoidance. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early and current relationship patterns affect present connections and emotional responses, making it useful for relationship struggles, intimacy issues, and attachment wounds. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and teaches skills to shift those patterns, which can ease symptoms of depression, anxiety, and problems with coping.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Brower works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. Licensed professionals and therapists use client feedback to guide that decision-making.

Online therapy offers flexible access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and receive support from home or other convenient locations.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Dr. Penny Brower have?

Dr. Penny Brower has 34 years of experience.

Is Dr. Penny Brower a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCPC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. License details are IL LCPC 180.001847.

In which languages does Dr. Penny Brower provide therapy?

Dr. Penny Brower provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Penny Brower located?

Dr. Penny Brower is located in Illinois.

How can I work with Dr. Penny Brower as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Penny Brower through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Penny Brower work with international clients?

Dr. Penny Brower does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Penny Brower 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 with therapy 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.