Licensed to practice in California and accepts 41 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQ and 5 more.
Jo Petersen
(he/him)
I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in California that believes mental health is an important aspect to maintaining balance in life. I've been practicing for 6 years with extensive experience working with adults struggling with anxiety and depression. I also help young adults with life transitions such as starting college and beginning careers. I can help adults develop emotional intelligence, improve communication skills, and build self-esteem.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
With a deep commitment to fostering emotional well-being and resilience, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their concerns, enhance their relationships, and develop coping strategies for a healthier life.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their concerns, enhance their relationships, and develop coping strategies for a healthier life.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I work best with adults and teens navigating difficulties in their life relating to self-esteem, relationships, financial stressors, and future goals. I will walk with you through the journey and encourage you along the way in order to keep you accountable and motivated to move toward accomplishing your goals. I will help process the difficult emotions and aid in developing skills to work through difficult situations.
Specialties
Top specialties
Anxiety
Depression
LGBTQ
Other specialties
Career Counseling
Coping Skills
Life Transitions
Peer Relationships
Self Esteem
I identify as
Asian / Asian American
LGBTQ
Man
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Teenagers (13 to 17)
Licensed in
California
Accepts
Aetna
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Shield
Carelon Behavioral Health (Commercial)
L.A. Care PASC-SEIU
L.A. Care Covered
L.A. Care Covered Direct
Sutter Health Plan
IHSS Healthy Workers
Cash - $200 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
Evernorth
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Health Net (Medi-Cal)
Community Health Plan of Imperial Valley (Medi-Cal)
CalViva Health (Medi-Cal)
L.A. Care Health Plan (Medi-Cal)
L.A. Care Medicare Plus (HMO D-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Here's how I use this treatment method: - Recognize common cognitive distortions - Explain and apply core CBT concepts like the thought-feeling-behavior triangle, automatic thoughts - Assist client with using techniques such as cognitive restructuring, behavioral activation
3 ratings with written reviews
June 3, 2026
Great guy and was very willing to listen and offer suggestions and motivation.
Verified client, age 35-44
May 27, 2026
Jo is excellent! He listens and I feel comfortable with sharing my thoughts and issues with him. He’s perfect for me!
Verified client, age 55-64
April 13, 2026
He's very easy to talk too.