Counseling Services of Dr. Jeff Peterson, PhD

My Commitment to You

I want to welcome you to a judgment-free environment, where you can feel relaxed and safe in exploring your personal concerns. My goal is to help you maximize the benefit of counseling by offering tools that you can utilize outside of the therapy session. My process is not mystical, nor do I profess to have great wisdom. Instead, my role is more of a facilitator or life coach who assists you in exploring your own process towards making change. I offer in-person and online counseling and coaching services for adults, adolescents, and those in a variety of different types of relationships.

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Is Counseling for Me?

If you are reading these words then perhaps you are feeling frustrated, anxious, inadequate, or alone. Maybe you are struggling to build a healthy relationship, dealing with a recent break-up, suffering from anxiety or depression, or simply wanting to learn how to get more out of life. So yes, therapy IS for you! Everyone can benefit from a little help here and there. I have helped executives, spiritual leaders, teachers, law enforcement, military, doctors, nurses, other therapists, athletes, students, moms, dads, and grandparents. Give it a try, I think you will be surprised!

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What does a Therapy Session Look Like?

I know that for many people the first session might seem intimidating. After all, how could I expect you to share your most difficult feelings and private thoughts with someone you hardly know? Let me assure you that my approach to counseling is relaxed and low-pressure. Part of the first session is not only sharing your story, but also building a trusting relationship. I do not expect you to share anything that you are not comfortable with during our first session. You also do not have to worry about coming up with an agenda, as I will ask questions to get to know you better.

Mental Health Counseling Services

Counseling Adults & Aging Adults

Individual counseling for adults, including men, women, and other gender identities

Adult

Therapy

I provide Mental Health Counseling for adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, past trauma, life transition, performance-anxiety, relationship issues, grief and loss, addiction, shame, coping skills, sexual or gender identity issues, and more.

Counseling Those in Relationships

Couples and Family Counseling

Couples

Therapy

I provide Couples Counseling in a structured and supportive environment, utilizing the skills of reflective functioning, mentalization, deep communication, personal accountability, and mindful presence.

Counseling Teenagers & Children

Counseling for teenagers and young adults

Adolescent

Therapy

I help younger individuals open up by feeling listened to and understood. This process involves honoring "mature-minor" confidentiality, exploring personal identity, and mediating challenges with parents or siblings.

Adult & Adolescent Counseling605-215-6695

Mental Health Counseling Services

Adult & Adolescent Counseling
605-215-6695