Penni Fontenot
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Louisiana therapists accepting new clients
Julie DuncanLPC · 20 years experienceRelationship issues · Coping with life changes · ADHDWork with Julie
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About Penni
Hey there! I’m Penni 🙂
I’m a licensed clinical therapist in Louisiana with over a decade of experience supporting clients through life’s most challenging transitions. I work with clients of all backgrounds and ages, from middle school to older adults, with a particular focus on helping older adults navigate the complexities of aging, grief, and life purpose.
My approach is grounded in understanding the interconnected nature of emotional wellbeing. I specialize in supporting individuals working through depression, anxiety, stress, and self-esteem concerns, as well as the deeper issues that often underlie these experiences—including trauma, guilt, shame, and feelings of abandonment. I’m particularly skilled at helping clients examine relationship patterns, communication challenges, and the impact of codependency and narcissistic dynamics on their lives.
I believe you’re the expert of your story and your life experiences, and that we all have strengths inside that can and will assist us in overcoming challenges and the ways that life … life’s. As long as we don’t give up. I’m a believer that we all have the answers we’re looking for inside of us; sometimes we need just somebody to help us dig deep enough to find them. Not everyone believes they can, some just don’t subscribe to that notion. And that’s okay. My goal is to help guide you through those things. Without judgment. Without deciding for you.
It takes a lot of courage to admit a need, seek out and accept help from a stranger. I’m proud of you for getting started! It’s an honor to be able to walk alongside you.
What Penni helps with
- ADHD
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Sleeping disorders
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
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- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dependent personality
- Divorce and separation
- Guilt and shame
- Life purpose
- Narcissism
- Post-traumatic stress
- Women's issues
How Penni works
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
What clients say
- “She’s great!”
- “Penni has really taken the time to listen, asks questions to understand, and is SO easy to click with and talk to. Highly recommended!”
- “I felt heard and validated. She understands my concerns and adapts to whatever I need from her whether it’s homework or check-ins etc. Down to earth, Personable yet professional at the same time.”
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- “I couldn’t imagine a better match”
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