Penelope L McDonald
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (334) 432-8048

Available online only
Dothan, AL 36305
Thank you for choosing to explore a new way of tackling life’s challenges. Reaching out can be an overwhelming step. It is important to remember that you possess more bravery than you realize and more strength than you feel. Your courage is greater than you might imagine. I reject the notion of a one-size-fits all approach and instead focus on exploring ideas and thoughts to create a plan that is tailored to your unique needs and circumstances. We will work together for positive change. “If you change nothing, nothing changes.” Dr. Joyce Brothers
You and I will explore various coping skills and techniques to be used to strengthen you when life seems overwhelming. I use a multi-theoretical approach that allows for a more individualized plan for positive change when dealing with life’s stressors and triggers. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment to address life’s challenges together.
To start a new journey may seem challenging and difficult, but YOU CAN absolutely do this. Together we can begin a journey full of positive change, unconditional acceptance, and absolute grace. I am so very proud that you are thinking of doing something good for YOU. That is an amazing start.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Penelope L McDonald now - (334) 432-8048
Let's Connect (334) 432-8048

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $135
- Couple Sessions $150
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- BHS | Behavioral Health Systems
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- ComPsych
- CuraLinc Healthcare
- Humana
- Magellan
- New Directions | Lucet
- Optum
- TRICARE
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Uprise Health
- USIS
- Out of Network
Penelope L McDonald
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Email me or call with questions - (334) 432-8048
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Alabama / LPC03693 Penelope L McDonald
- Attended Troy University, Master of Science in Counseling and Psychology
- Degree/Diploma from Troy University Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Penelope L McDonald
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Email me or call with questions - (334) 432-8048
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Stress
Expertise
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Alcohol Use
- Anger Management
- Bipolar Disorder
- Career Counseling
- Chronic Illness
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Grief
- Infertility
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Obesity
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Parenting
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Weight Loss
- Women's Issues
Penelope L McDonald
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (334) 432-8048
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Anger Management
- Christian Counseling
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Family / Marital
- Holistic Therapy
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Reality Therapy
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Trauma Focused
Penelope L McDonald
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Email me or call with questions - (334) 432-8048
Location
Additional Location
Enterprise, AL 36330
(334) 432-8048Nearby Areas
Penelope L McDonald
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (334) 432-8048