Penny Reif, Master’s-Level Therapy

Specialties:

  • LGBTQIA+

  • Teens and young adults

  • Expressive arts in therapy

  • Nerd Culture

  • Depression

Identity

I identify as a white cishet woman, I am able-bodied, and I have grown up in the Southern evangelical Christian culture. These parts of my identity have granted me many privileges in our society that I have benefited from. I aim to not only be aware of my privileges, but to also advocate for those who face injustices and are hurt by our current societal structure. 

I additionally identify as being on the Asexual (Ace) spectrum, and my pronouns are she/her. 


Background

My life was changed by someone who took the time to listen to me without judgment. Since then, I have always wanted to be that listener to others, and to be the support and empathy that we all need sometimes. 

During my free time, I like to play Dungeons & Dragons, video games, and to spend time with my cat and friends. 

I was born and raised in Florida, where I got my Bachelor’s degree in Biology from the University of Florida. I love plants, being outside, and all things nerdy. As a Highly Sensitive Person, I feel things deeply and am highly aware of sensory input.

Training & Expertise

  • Person centered therapy

  • Mindfulness

  • Expressive Arts


Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Lipscomb University

Bachelor of Science in Biology from University of Florida