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Jennifer Peterken

Therapist(She/Her/Hers)
3 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • ADD/ADHD, Stress management, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Trauma
  • Couples therapy, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi, I’m Jen Peterken, MSW, LCSW and I have a passion for helping people navigate life’s messier chapters with clarity, confidence, anda bit of humor when needed.I specialize in helping people make sense of their lives—especially the parts that don’t come with a neat instruction manual. I help navigate the often-overlooked challenges of a late ADHD diagnosis, healing from narcissistic abuse, and rewriting old narratives during major life transitions. I work with teens and adults—whether it's untangling from toxic dynamics, rediscovering identity post-diagnosis, or simply figuring out what comes next.

My approach to therapy

In therapy, I blend evidence-based approaches with radical empathy and a touch of humor. My goal isn’t to “fix” you—you were never broken—but to help you untangle patterns, reconnect with your voice, and build a life that actually fits you.

What you can expect from me

Expect a mix of validation, practical tools, and the occasional nerdy metaphor (think: executive function as a glitchy browser with too many tabs open).

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Empowering, Energetic

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    3 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Georgia, BA (Bachelor of Arts) at North Carolina State University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (North Carolina)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Stress management, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
  • Therapy methods
    Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Trauma Focused CBT, Psychoanalytic, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Strength-Based, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Behavioral, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Problem-Solving Therapy (PST)
  • Care types
    Couples therapy, Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English