Jennifer Pennington, a Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive credentials and experience, is dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, and their families in navigating the challenges of everyday life. With a specialization in play therapy and solution-focused therapy, Jennifer believes that a healthy family unit is vital for the growth and development of children and teens. She adopts a holistic approach to counseling, integrating families into the therapeutic process to foster a nurturing environment for young clients. Holding a Master of Arts and Education Specialist degrees in Mental Health Counseling from Gardner-Webb University, as well as a Post Master's Certificate in Play Therapy, Jennifer has completed advanced training in Animal Assisted Play Therapy. In her practice, she offers clinical supervision and utilizes a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Expressive Arts, Trauma-Informed approaches, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Working hard to meet clients where they are, Jennifer engages collaboratively with them to determine the best pathways forward, emphasizing a supportive journey that empowers rather than dictates.