Wellness in Broward

Elizabeth Penela, Ph.D.

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      • OCD Treatment
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Fees + Insurance Information

Similar to most specialized psychologists, I am not an in-network insurance provider. Upon request, I can provide documentation so that you can file with your insurance company for out-of-network reimbursement. 
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The cost of the 
initial intake consultation is $395 (75 minutes). At this time, we will discuss the specific challenges you are facing. We'll also talk about your specific goals and a detailed treatment plan to help you meet them. 

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Follow-up therapy appointments are $295 per session (50 minutes). Typically, we'll meet on a weekly basis, but scheduling varies depending on each person's needs.
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In-Person CBT Therapy in South Florida

My office is located in Pembroke Pines, Florida (near I-75 and Pines Blvd). This location is convenient for individuals commuting from Weston, Miramar, Davie, Cooper City (and other areas of Broward County), as well as northern parts of Miami-Dade County. ​
​Office Address: 
15800 Pines Boulevard
​Pembroke Pines, FL 33027 

Phone: (954) 577-2727​​

​e-mail:
​info
@wellnessinbroward.com
Grey sofa with pink pillows in therapy office for adults and children seeking CBT therapy for anxiety and OCD. Colorful paintings and plants are seen on the wall.
Dark blue chair, colorful tree painting, and books and plants seen on the shelf inside Dr. Penela’s therapy office in Pembroke Pines, Florida.
Brown desk, black office chair, and colorful photos frames inside Dr. Penela’s office. Tele-health therapy services provided throughout Florida

Meet our Practice Manager

Friendly woman smiling. Kelly enjoys helping families get connected with effective CBT and ERP therapy.

​Kelly Rocha is a dedicated professional with a passion for helping others. As Practice Manager at Wellness in Broward, Kelly will be the welcoming voice you hear on the phone when calling to schedule an appointment. She enjoys speaking with individuals about their concerns and helping to connect them with effective therapy services. Kelly works with enthusiasm and diligence to make sure patients have an excellent customer service experience.

​In addition to her role at Wellness in Broward, Kelly serves as a Grant Director in Vocational Rehabilitation. In this capacity, she assists individuals with disabilities in their pursuit of employment and independence. Outside of work, Kelly enjoys spending quality time with her loved ones, including her daughter and two furry companions.

Online Therapy for Anxiety and OCD

In addition to providing therapy services online, I also offer online therapy sessions via tele-health to individuals who live in 43 states (including Florida) - see full listing of states here. I provide tele-health sessions from my private office in Pembroke Pines, Florida and use a HIPAA compliant online platform for the utmost protection of your private health information.

For children under the age of 10, I do not offer the option of a tele-health session because I believe it is most beneficial for them to engage with a therapist in-person. 
Sometimes people wonder - Does online therapy work?  Doing therapy for anxiety and OCD works very well if you treat and honor this virtual space just as you would an in-office session. By doing this, we can maintain the connection that we feel in person. Studies have shown that Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), a type of treatment that I specialize in, can be done effectively online.  
Woman sitting at table with laptop. Dr. Penela provides online therapy to help children and adults overcome anxiety and OCD.
An advantage to online therapy is that there is no commute time (who wants to sit on I-75 or the Palmetto during South Florida rush hour traffic?!). Some also find it comforting to have their therapy session from a cozy area within their own home.
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To make the best of our online therapy session, it is recommended that you are in a quiet, comfortable, and private space. If you are interested in starting online therapy for anxiety or OCD, I’d be honored to join you on this challenging and empowering journey.

Get Started Now
Dr. Penela proudly provides evidence-based therapy services in English and Spanish. In-person appointments available in South Florida: Weston, Pembroke Pines, Miramar, Cooper City, Boca Raton, ​Davie, Parkland, Hollywood, Fort Lauderdale, Plantation and surrounding areas.

Tele-health sessions available to individuals residing in all 43 PSYPACT participating states, including Florida. 
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  • Therapy
    • Adults >
      • Anxiety Treatment
      • OCD Treatment
    • Kids + Teens >
      • Anxiety Treatment
      • OCD Treatment
    • Parents
  • About Dr. Penela
    • Meet Dr. Penela
    • Areas of Specialty
    • Education + Training
    • Curriculum Vitae
  • En Español
  • Blog
  • Info
    • Contact + Fees
    • FAQs
    • Press
    • Email Newsletter
  • Book an Appointment