Alison Peterson, LPC

Trauma-informed counselor for stress and grief

Trauma and abuse support
LGBTQ+ affirming care
Family and grief counseling

About Alison Peterson

Alison Peterson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Oklahoma with six years of clinical experience. She concentrates much of her work on trauma and related concerns, and she supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, and mood-related challenges. Her practice also addresses LGBTQ+ issues, family conflict, and many forms of abuse including domestic violence, sexual assault, religious trauma, and financial harm. She has experience supporting clients from a range of ethnic and religious backgrounds and works with a breadth of related concerns such as attachment difficulties, codependency, dissociation, and chronic illness or pain.

Peterson emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental approach and aims to create an open environment where thoughts and feelings can be voiced and explored. She draws on established therapeutic methods to tailor care to each person’s circumstances, helping clients identify coping strategies and make sense of difficult experiences. Taking the first step toward therapy often requires courage, and she acknowledges that effort while offering steady support throughout the process.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Grief

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsDissociationDomestic violenceGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesLife purposeMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Alison Peterson have?

Alison Peterson has 6 years of professional experience.

Is Alison Peterson a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: OK LPC 11041.

In which languages does Alison Peterson provide therapy?

Alison Peterson provides therapy in English.

Where is Alison Peterson located?

Alison Peterson is located in Oklahoma.

How can I work with Alison Peterson as my therapist?

You can work with Alison Peterson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Alison Peterson work with international clients?

Alison Peterson does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Alison Peterson cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Online Therapy and Therapeutic Approaches for Trauma and Stress

Peterson integrates Trauma-Focused Therapy to directly address the effects of traumatic experiences, helping clients process painful memories and reduce the ways trauma interferes with daily life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors that contribute to anxiety, depression, and stress-related symptoms. Client-Centered Therapy provides a supportive, empathic setting where the client's priorities guide the work and the therapist offers acceptance and reflective listening.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Peterson works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so treatment stays responsive to progress and changing circumstances.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for people balancing work, family, or other commitments. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from a distance, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for each session.

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