Penny Gifford, LCPC, MT | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

About Penny Gifford

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD)

Behavioral Problems

Affirming Therapy

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Anger Management

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Eclectic

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Existential

Dialectical (DBT)

Feminist

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Penny Gifford

Hi, I am Penny. Your recovery begins here. I help adolescents and adults in individual sessions to integrate new, healthy skills for self-empowerment and life improvement. Whether you struggle with substance abuse, mental health issues, or life changes, my goal is to provide a supportive therapeutic environment that empowers growth and effective change. Creating a collaborative, non-judgmental, and positive atmosphere is key to your healing and change. I am a licensed professional counselor in Colorado and Montana with 27 years of experience. I hold a Master’s in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling and a Bachelor’s from Montana State University. I help clients with stress, anxiety, addictions, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and depression. I also work with couples to repair trust, improve communication, and strengthen emotional intimacy. It takes courage to seek a happier life and take the first steps toward change. I am here to support and empower you on that journey. My approach I use integrative counseling, drawing on behavioral, psychodynamic, and humanistic therapies to help you learn, grow, and heal through a directive, solution-focused process. My focus I have extensive experience with anger management, anxiety, stress, co-dependency, co-occurring disorders, family discord, eating disorders, grief and loss, life purpose and transition, mood disorders, substance use disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and PTSD. My communication style As a therapist, I balance empathy, active listening, and professional expertise. I prioritize creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and understood. Empathy is central—I strive to understand my clients’ emotions and perspectives.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gambling Addiction

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gambling Addiction

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Montana

Education and training

Montana State University, Master's in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling
Montana State University (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1962608174

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Overall rating

5.00

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Penny Gifford?

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Is Penny Gifford accepting new patients?

Penny Gifford generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Penny Gifford's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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What practice does Penny Gifford work with?

Penny Gifford works with Rula Health - Montana.

What are common reasons for patients to see Penny Gifford?

Penny Gifford frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Penny Gifford on their profile.