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Amparo Penny

MA, LCMHC, C-DBT, CCTP Amparo Penny, LCMHC, C-DBT, CCTP
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Borderline Personality, Eating Disorders,
Insurance: BlueCross and BlueShield, Cigna, Optum, Oscar, Out of Network,

Introduction

For years, I believed that being “healthy” meant being perfect—sticking to rigid rules, avoiding “bad” foods, and using willpower to control my eating. Here's what I've learned: That mindset wasn’t "healthy" at all. It was keeping me stuck and miserable. Now, as an eating disorder clinician and mindset coach, I help people break free from diet culture, all-or-nothing thinking, and food guilt—so they can build sustainable, mindful habits that actually work for them, not against them. I specialize in eating disorders, mindful eating, and sustainable health habits, using an evidence-based, compassionate approach that puts mental and physical well-being first.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Black/African American

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Highlights

  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LCMHC #6616 (NC)

Specialties

Additional focus areas


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Coaching

Communities

  • Racial Justice/Equity
  • Lesbian, Gay, & Bisexual
  • Trans & Non-Binary
  • LGBTQIA+

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options

Pay with insurance

Amparo Penny accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • Optum
  • Oscar
  • Out of Network
  • Out of Pocket

Pay out-of-pocket

Amparo Penny has not provided out-of-pocket fees. Get in contact for more information.

Locations

31 College Place Building B Suite 204
Asheville, NC 28801-2483
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Virtual Session

Frequently asked questions

Is Amparo Penny accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Amparo Penny is not currently accepting new clients.
Does Amparo Penny offer telehealth appointments? Amparo Penny does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Amparo Penny specialize in? Amparo Penny specializes in the following areas: Anorexia, Anxiety, Binge Eating Disorder, Body Image Disorders, Borderline Personality, Bulimia Nervosa, Coping Skills, Depression, Eating Disorders, Exercise Addiction, LGBTQIA+, Mood Disorders, Multicultural Concerns, Perfectionism, Prejudice/Discrimination, Racial Identity, Trauma, Weight Loss, and Women's Issues.

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