Betsy Petersen
Hi! My name is Betsy and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in the state of Tennessee. I graduated from the University of Tennessee and have over 10 years of experience in the mental health field.
I love working with young adult women and moms with a focus on self-care, stress management, work-life balance, health & fitness, prenatal & postpartum issues, life changes, anxiety, and grief.
I love working with young adult women and moms with a focus on self-care, stress management, work-life balance, health & fitness, prenatal & postpartum issues, life changes, anxiety, and grief.
First session
In our first session together, I'll start by sharing a little bit more about my counseling style and what you can expect during our time together. Then, we'll dive right into the challenges you're experiencing. This will help us explore your goals and come up with a plan for future sessions.
Strengths
I've always loved hearing people's stories and helping them process any struggles they may be experiencing. I'm drawn to the notion of supporting others, encouraging them to embrace their strengths, and guiding them through life's inevitable changes. I create a safe and non-judgmental space for women to express themselves, explore their goals, and develop strategies to navigate life's challenges.
Ideal clients
I enjoy working with young adult women and moms who may be going through a stressful time and just need someone to be supportive and listen. My clients are ready and motivated to improve but need some help learning the tools to overcome challenges and achieve goals. I love helping specifically in the areas related to (but not limited to) self-care, stress management, anxiety, health & fitness, working moms, work-life balance, and prenatal/postpartum counseling.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I've been using CBT techniques over the past 10 years. By using CBT, I will teach you how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are all correlated. In other words, our thoughts and feelings tend to influence how we behave. My job is to help you identify and change any negative or anxious thoughts (and related behaviors) that may hold you back from reaching your goals. In addition, I will teach you a variety of skills depending on your needs which may include coping skills, self-care, and stress management skills just to name a few.
Supportive
I've been using supportive counseling techniques for the past 10 years. Through supportive counseling, I provide emotional support, empathy, and encouragement to help you through various stressors. You have a safe and non-judgmental space to explore your thoughts and feelings- to feel better understood, validated, and equipped with different tools to navigate your stressors more effectively.
Location
Virtual sessions