Lucy Van Pelt is a fictional character from the popular comic strip Peanuts, created by Charles M. Schulz. She is known for her strong personality, often displaying a mix of confidence and bossiness. Lucy frequently offers unsolicited advice at her psychiatric booth, where she charges five cents for her "expert" opinions. In the Peanuts series, Lucy is characterized by her interactions with other characters, especially Charlie Brown and Snoopy. She often teases Charlie Brown, particularly about his lack of confidence, while also showing a softer side in her relationships with her friends. Lucy's complex personality makes her a memorable figure in the comic strip.