Amanda Peterson, M.A, LLPC

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS
 
I completed my Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and then my Master's Degree in Counseling with a School Counseling Endorsement from Central Michigan University. I have 6 years of clinical experience across a variety of settings including school counseling, crisis intervention, outpatient therapy, in home therapy with kids on probation, and non profit organizations.
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I serve children, adolescents, couples, families, and groups in the following areas:
	
Teen issues
	
Peer pressure
	
Self esteem
	
Addictive behaviors and substance use issues
	
Dating Violence/abuse
	
Non-suicidal self harm behavior
	
Obsessions and compulsions
	
Anxiety and depression
	
Physical, sexual, and emotional abuse
	
Anger and stress management
	
Dual diagnosis
	
Christian counseling
	
Marriage and Family Therapy
	
Grief and loss.
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I am an Eclectic Counselor and use a blend of Cognitive Behavioral, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, Reality Based and Psycho Educational Counseling. I use Play Therapy Counseling with children. A Holistic Approach is utilized by exploring with and educating clients about how mind, spirit, and body are interconnected.
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I strive to create a safe and nurturing environment where individuals can be supported as they work toward change and grow, as well as become reconnected to their strengths and dreams.