Michelle Pennella, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Michelle is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New York
More about Michelle
- 4 years' experience
- Female
- LMHC
As a licensed therapist in New York, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on helping clients address challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and mood and personality disorders.
My therapeutic approach centers on building self-love, understanding personal purpose, and developing resilience. I create a compassionate, non-judgmental space where clients can explore difficult emotions, heal from past experiences, and develop healthier coping strategies. Whether you're struggling with isolation, intrusive thoughts, relationship challenges, or seeking deeper self-understanding, I'm committed to walking alongside you in your healing journey.
Drawing from evidence-based practices, I tailor my support to meet your unique needs, helping you move toward greater emotional well-being and personal empowerment. Together, we'll work collaboratively to transform challenges into opportunities for growth and self-discovery.
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I work with young adults through individuals in their 50s navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, and career stress. I support young adults with independence, dating, and early-career pressures, and I help adults in their 30s–50s manage partnership concerns, parenting stress, burnout, grief, and midlife transitions. My approach is collaborative, practical, and tailored to your stage of life, helping you build insight, coping skills, and meaningful change.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Cigna
- GEHA
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Michelle Pennella's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1306561014.
- LMHC · New York · 015637 · Renews December 2027
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Michelle Pennella offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Michelle Pennella works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Michelle Pennella speak?
Michelle Pennella speaks English.
How many years of experience does Michelle Pennella have?
Michelle Pennella has 4 years of experience.
Where is Michelle Pennella licensed to practice?
Michelle Pennella is licensed to practice in New York.
Does Michelle Pennella accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Michelle Pennella accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Michelle Pennella accept insurance?
Yes, Michelle Pennella accepts Cigna, GEHA, Optum, Oscar Health, UMR, and UnitedHealthcare.
Does Michelle Pennella accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Michelle Pennella does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Michelle Pennella offer?
Michelle Pennella offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Michelle Pennella?
Michelle Pennella can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Michelle Pennella?
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