
Melissa Penley
Counselor, LCMHCA
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
538 W Market Street, Smithfield, NC 27577
Let's Connect (919) 336-0668

I desire to be a therapist that provides the space and place for someone to walk into the counseling room and can know that they are seen and heard. I love working with children, teens and adults. I utilize cognitive-behavioral techniques and a variety of other methods to help each person that enters into my office. I know that beginning a therapeutic relationship is not an easy task, and I am grateful for the opportunity to serve.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Play Therapy, Marriage & Family Therapy, Child & Parent Therapy, and Christian Counseling (Upon Client Request). I have received training in crisis and trauma as well.
I would like to encourage anyone who is considering reaching out to me for therapy to know that they will find someone who is dedicated and determined to help him/her to learn, grow and achieve whatever goals they desire, as well as providing the space for healing and moving forward.
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Finances
Fees
- Pay by Cash, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- BlueCross and BlueShield
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Melissa Penley
Counselor, LCMHCA
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / A18180 Melissa Penley
- In Practice for 3 Years
- Degree/Diploma from Liberty University Master of Arts in Human Services Counseling-Crisis and Trauma / 2019
- Attended Pentecostal Theological Seminary, Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2022
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Child
- Grief
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Behavioral Issues
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Developmental Disorders
- Divorce
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Family Conflict
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Parenting
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Religion
Christian
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Christian Counseling
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Emotionally Focused
- Existential
- Expressive Arts
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Play Therapy
- Positive Psychology
- Sandplay
- Trauma Focused
Location
Primary Location
Parnell Psychological Services
538 W Market Street
Smithfield, NC 27577
(919) 336-0668Email me
Nearby Areas
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Melissa Penley
Counselor, LCMHCA