Hey! My name is Zach Peterson, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Colorado and Virginia. I earned my master's degree from the University of Denver and have been practicing for six years. I am currently pursuing my doctorate in Social Work. In my practice, I integrate the DEIPAR framework (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Power analysis and Anti- Racism ) into my therapy sessions to ensure every client feels heard and valued. Over the years, I specialized in anxiety, depression, PTSD, impulsive behaviors, family issues, OCD, and teens.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
Having worked with young professionals for the past six years, I've developed promoting a brave and safe space environment that allows you to be yourself. It takes bravery to be in therapy and it takes bravery to be yourself that will allow your voice to be heard. This life is beyond hard and if I could use other words to express how hard life is- I would. Speaking from the heart, suffering in silence is a disaster waiting to happen and getting help could save your life.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I love working with young professionals, adolescents, and middle age adults who are eager to improve and become the best version of themselves.
About Zack Peterson
Zack Peterson offers therapy covered by Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid and UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid in Virginia.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have used CBT in my practice for years. I help clients identify negative thought patterns that may have contributed to depression, life stressors, and anxiety.
Family Therapy
I've been doing family therapy for more than 5 years and I use this modality to help family improve, change behaviors and understand each other within the family dynamic.
Motivational Interviewing
Iv'e been using MI for more than 6 years to help clients improve goals setting to achieve in every field of human endeavors.
Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
ERP is something I use for clients that struggles with OCD. I have used this modality for over 3 years. I meet the clients where are to gradually eleminate compulsions.
Trauma-Focused CBT
Iv'e been doing TFCBT for about 7 years and I work with clients that struggles with complex trauma by allowing all clients to tell their story.