About Dr. Mark Pennick
Focus areas
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Person-Centered
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Identity
Gender
MaleEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Mark Pennick
I began my working to help people in 2002, doing direct services for people with developmental disabilities. My career has included post-graduate work focusing on autism and resulting in a doctoral degree in Lifespan Developmental Psychology. I earned my Psychologist License in the State of Colorado during my 8 years of working with adults in the community mental health field. These diverse experiences have lead me to be adept at diagnosing mental health problems; as well as developing and delivering interventions throughout the lifespan and for the full spectrum of challenges experienced by those seeking services.
Currently, I focus on delivering Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Solutions Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). ACT is a third-wave behavioral technique that is applicable to a wide range of challenges, as well as ages. It focuses on mindfulness, cognitive flexibility, and taking valued action; that is, reacting to challenges by only, and to the exception of experiential avoidance, taking well-planned steps that get you closer to the core of what is most important in your life. CPT is an evidence based best practice developed by the Veteran’s Administration to treat PTSD and other trauma related disorders. SFBT is a therapeutic technique that is limited in the number of sessions delivered, and focuses exclusively on the strengths of the individual and in amplifying what is working to elucidate the desired outcome of therapy.
My approach to treating an individual is that every person has great and astounding strengths. This fact leads to positive outcomes in treatment and is embraced by my methods. I believe that all people are capable of excellence and that meeting each person where they are, with compassion and unconditional positive regard, is the best approach to helping others actualizing greatness.
What should a new client know about working with you?
I work in a way that prioritizes meeting each person where they are, in the moment, and with the upmost respect and curiosity. While you may expect a diagnostic focus and symptom specific interventions in working with me, I also can read the room. I am open to working on a problem in a solutions focused way that requires less diagnostics and intervention, or doing just diagnostics if you want an answer and recommendations for how to approach a possible diagnosis. I also frequently work on men's issues and personal crisis, that may require a less diagnostic, and more situational approach. A session focused on creating solutions during a personal crisis may also be helpful at times, and so I try to be flexible as circumstances in your life may change.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
As a doctoral level practitioner, I will focus in the beginning of therapy will have a diagnostic focus. Every client is an individual, and will be meet where they are at. After coming to a diagnostic formulation we will focus on a menu of CBT interventions that are individually based and offered in consultation with you. As a psychologist, I believe in evidence based treatments specific to each diagnosis with consideration of individual identity of each client. Mostly there will be a goal or homework after we have completed each session.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $200 for 53 minutes
Ongoing session: $160 for 53 minutes
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More information on payments and coverage
I accept Cigna.
Popular visit reasons
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)
Abandonment issues
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
New Patient Visit
Pain Management Consultation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)
Abandonment issues
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
New Patient Visit
Office location
Dr. Mark Pennick, PhD also offers online video visits for patients
Full Spectrum Therapeutic Services, LLC
2373 Central Park Blvd, Unit 100, Denver, CO 80238
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Alabama at Birmingham, PhD in Developmental and Child Psychology
Professional memberships
- American Psychological Association
NPI number
1669803904
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Where is Dr. Mark Pennick's office located?
Dr. Mark Pennick has 2 office locations, including in Denver and Timpas, view full addresses on Dr. Pennick's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Mark Pennick?
Dr. Mark Pennick frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Mark Pennick on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Mark Pennick speak?
Dr. Mark Pennick speaks English.