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Brent Petersen

Therapist
20 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, ADD/ADHD
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Show Low, Arizona — a mountain community nestled among ponderosa pines northeast of Phoenix. I've spent my career in private practice, helping clients work through life's challenges in an environment built on trust, honesty, and genuine connection. I'm excited to expand access to quality mental health care through insurance coverage on Headway, and I look forward to partnering with you on your mental health journey.

My approach to therapy

My approach is collaborative and client-centered — I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to walk alongside you with curiosity and without judgment. I draw on evidence-based practices tailored to your individual needs, helping you build insight, develop practical skills, and move toward the life you want. Therapy with me is a true partnership, and I adapt my approach as we learn what works best for you.

What you can expect from me

Our first session is a relaxed, no-pressure conversation — a chance to get to know each other and talk about what brought you to therapy. I'll ask about your goals, your history, and what you're hoping to accomplish, and I'll answer any questions you have about how I work. There's no script; by the end, we'll have a clearer picture of where we're headed and how we'll get there together.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Man
  • My style is
    Direct, Warm, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    20 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at California State University, Bakersfield
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Arizona, California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Processing (CPT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    1100 East Deuce of Clubs Ste D
    Show Low, AZ 85901