Jennifer Peterson

I have been involved in psychotherapy in some capacity since 2008. I became a therapist because I believe with my whole being that it is the shortest distance between where we are and where we want to be. I received my Bachelor's from Harvard University in Cambridge, MA, and my Master's in Counseling Psychology from Northeastern University in Boston, MA. I earned my MS while working in the NEU Disability Resource Center, which helped me become more responsive and adaptive as a provider. I completed my practicum and internship in a community dual diagnosis partial hospitalization program, and I completed my 3000 hours in prison setting, working with civilly committed sex offenders. These experiences taught me that we are all so much more than the worst things we have ever done, and as long as my clients are showing up for themselves, I will work as hard as they do to help them become their favorite version of themselves. Most recently, I have worked extensively with the LGBTQIA2S+ communities, neurodivergence, trauma, and substance use disorders. I love my work, and I can't wait to meet you!

My approach to therapy is holistic and client-centered. It doesn't matter how good of a therapist I am if I don't acknowledge that you are the expert on you. I listen and collaborate with you to present the best modalities and interventions for your learning style, goals, and worldview. My style will always include pragmatic and experiential elements that allow you to prove to yourself that the life you want is possible.

Your first session will instill a sense of hope and direction. No matter what you are facing, I am confident in your ability to be well. We will identify the ways in which you are already taking good care of yourself and use them to build on. You will leave feeling confident that you are already further along than you gave yourself credit for.