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Gretchen J. Penner, LCSW #97697

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Psychotherapist Sound Mind Center
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Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Eating Disorders, Adjustment Disorder,
Accepting clients impacted by disaster

Introduction

Hi. My name is Gretchen J Penner and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in the treatment of trauma, eating disorders, anxiety and depression. I am trained in attachment therapies and EMDR. I provide a free fifteen minute phone consultation to see if I am the right match for you.

GENDER Female
RACE & ETHNICITY White

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Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments
  • Offers flexible fees

Licenses

  • LCSW #97697 (CA) We've used a trusted third-party service to verify this practitioner's license.
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Specialties

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Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Christian

Payment options Free intro call available Offers flexible fees

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  • Sliding Scale Fee $130 - $180

Locations

In-Person
3990 Old Town Ave. Suite 209A
San Diego, CA 92110
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Frequently asked questions

Is Gretchen J. Penner, LCSW #97697 accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Gretchen J. Penner, LCSW #97697 is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Monarch website. Gretchen J. Penner, LCSW #97697 also offers a free consultation.
Does Gretchen J. Penner, LCSW #97697 offer telehealth appointments? Gretchen J. Penner, LCSW #97697 does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Monarch profile.
What areas does Gretchen J. Penner, LCSW #97697 specialize in? Gretchen J. Penner, LCSW #97697 specializes in the following areas: Adjustment Disorder, Anorexia, Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Binge Eating Disorder, Body Image Disorders, Bulimia Nervosa, Coping Skills, Depression, Dissociation, Eating Disorders, Emotional Abuse, Exercise Addiction, Grief, Mindfulness, Panic Disorders, Perfectionism, Sexual Abuse, Social Anxiety, Spirituality and Religion, and Trauma.
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