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Gretchen J. Penner
Gretchen J. Penner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Gretchen J. Penner

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
3990 Old Town Avenue, Suite 209A, San Diego, CA 92110
Let's Connect (619) 324-3803
IS ANXIETY STEALING YOUR JOY? Do you suffer from anxiety, depression, panic attacks, feelings of loneliness and/or emptiness? Are you struggling with life changes, loss, feelings of hopelessness? Are you fearful about finding/losing love? Do you suffer with feelings of worthlessness or feel incapable of being loved? Healthy connections are a primary need that we all have. Healthy attachments help us regulate our emotions to live a joyful and peaceful life. Sometimes through life experiences, our ability to attach and connect in healthy ways gets disrupted, negatively impacting our lives and our ability to regulate our emotions.
I am trained in attachment therapy and EMDR. I take a comprehensive therapeutic approach that helps you regulate your emotions and build your inner strength using therapeutic Mindfulness and somatic work that specifically targets healing our nervous symptom, strengthening our ability for healthy connections, increased resiliency, and inner peace.
I myself have suffered from anxiety and I know how debilitating it can be. You are not alone. The good news is you don't have to suffer anymore. I am here to help. Call me. I offer a free 15 minute phone consultation. Together we can see if I am the right match for you. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Call or Gretchen J. Penner now for a free 15 minute consultation - (619) 324-3803

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Sound Mind Center

3990 Old Town Avenue

Suite 209A

San Diego, CA 92110

(619) 324-3803
Both HIPAA compliant Telehealth sessions and in-person sessions are being provided with safety measures in place. Contact me for details.
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (619) 324-3803

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Sound Mind Center

3990 Old Town Avenue

Suite 209A

San Diego, CA 92110

(619) 324-3803
Both HIPAA compliant Telehealth sessions and in-person sessions are being provided with safety measures in place. Contact me for details.
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (619) 324-3803
Gretchen J. Penner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (619) 324-3803
Gretchen J. Penner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LCSW 97697 Gretchen J. Penner
  • Membership with Health At Every Size 2020
  • Certificate from California Society for Clinical Social Work 2017
  • Attended California State University, Fullerton, Graduated 2015
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (619) 324-3803
Gretchen J. Penner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (619) 324-3803
Gretchen J. Penner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Attachment Therapy
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (619) 324-3803
Gretchen J. Penner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (619) 324-3803
Gretchen J. Penner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

5 Endorsements

Beauty for Ashes Transformation Center
Beauty for Ashes Transformation Center
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFT
Gretchen is an amazing therapist. Her expertise in trauma and eating disorders makes her stand above the rest. I highly recommend her as a therapist.
Sheba S. Andrew - Certified Emdr Therapist
Sheba S. Andrew - Certified Emdr Therapist
Clinical Social Work/TherapistMSWLCSW
Gretchen is very thoughtful and passionate about providing ethical and compassionate care. She values continued learning, an amazing attribute for a therapist, and finding ways to meet one's needs. She is an advocate for her clients.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Body Positivity

Religion

Christian

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Body Positivity

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Adult Attachment Repair Model
  • Attachment-based
  • Christian Counseling
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (619) 324-3803
Gretchen J. Penner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (619) 324-3803
Gretchen J. Penner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Location

Primary Location

Sound Mind Center

3990 Old Town Avenue

Suite 209A

San Diego, CA 92110

(619) 324-3803
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Both HIPAA compliant Telehealth sessions and in-person sessions are being provided with safety measures in place. Contact me for details.
Call for a free consultation now - (619) 324-3803
Gretchen J. Penner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
"
Both HIPAA compliant Telehealth sessions and in-person sessions are being provided with safety measures in place. Contact me for details.
Call for a free consultation now - (619) 324-3803
Gretchen J. Penner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Last Modified: 17 Apr 2024