Dr. Michelle Peterson (CA License)

$250/session

Self-Pay & Kaiser

650-434-2563

Telehealth

Michelle Peterson, PsyD, LCSW

The first step in healing is finding a safe environment to seek support. You have found that safe place! I am here to support you on your journey to achieving balance by connecting your body, mind, heart, and spirit.  I completed my master’s degree in social work at the University of Utah over a decade ago. Then, being an avid learner, I returned to school and obtained my Doctorate in Psychology from Meridian University in Petaluma, California 

Throughout my career, I have worked with a variety of populations that have include a diagnoses of substance use and/or dual diagnosis. I have experience working within forensic settings in both California and Utah. I have also provided care in hospitals, prisons, jails, intensive outpatient group settings, and continue to work with private practice clients individually. I also have significant experience writing court-ordered assessments.

I provide a strength-based, individualized approach. My focus is on being person-centered and developing collaboration and trust with each client. In therapy, you have the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of who you are, what you want for yourself, and what you desire from your relationships. I work with several modalities using evidence-based techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and modalities focusing on treating trauma.  In addition, I work with clients on ways to understand themselves through reflexive awareness and self-reflection, utilizing transformative learning.  

Specialties:

• Depression 

• Anxiety

• Trauma

• Grief and Loss

• Substance Use

• Forensics

• Stress Management

• Life Transitions

• Chronic Medical Conditions

• Mood Disorders

• Developing Positive Self-Esteem