Amber Peterson
I provide a warm, affirming space for LGBTQIA+ students to show up fully and feel supported with compassion and acceptance. My approach is trauma-informed and client-centered, often integrating art, music, writing, mindfulness, and body-based practices. As a gender-nonconforming, queer therapist, I value authenticity and understand the complexities of identity and self-image. I support students navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and life transitions while fostering growth and connection.
My pronouns are she/they.
Specialties
Anxiety Behavioral Issues Bias and Discrimination Bipolar Disorder Body Image Career Concerns Chronic Medical Condition College adjustment Cultural Adjustment Depression Emotional Regulation Existential Challenges / Crises Family Conflict Financial Insecurity Gender Identity Grief and Loss Identity Development Immigration Stress Impulse Control Internet Addiction Intimate Partner Abuse Life Transitions Perfectionism Race Based Trauma Racial Identity Relationship Issues Self-esteem Self-harm Sexual Abuse Sexual Assault Sexual Health Sexuality Sexual Orientation Sleep Social Anxiety Social Isolation Stress Stress from Academics Substance Abuse Suicidality Trauma & PTSDInsurance & Payment
In-Network Insurance Plans
Amber Peterson is in network for the following plans:
Aetna Aetna Student Health Anthem Anthem Blue Cross Blue Cross Blue Shield Cigna and EvernorthClaim Submission:
I will complete and submit paperwork on your behalf for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.
NPI Number
1194450106Rates
Rates not providedLocations
Treatment Approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Anti-Oppressive Lens Attachment-based Client-Centered / Rogerian Therapy (CCT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Compassion Focused Culturally Sensitive Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Eclectic Emotionally Focused Therapy Existential Feminist Holistic Humanistic Narrative Person-Centered Psychoanalytic Psychodynamic Strength-Based Supportive Trauma FocusedModalities
IndividualsAge Groups
Young Adults (18-25)Communities
Activists Artists Kink / BDSM Neurodiverse People with Disabilities Polyamorous Trans non-binary gender fluidMeeting Options
Qualifications
- Supervisor(s): Lorilei Baker, LISW (IA), LCSW (IL)
- Supervisor License(s): IL-149025261
More About Me
- Languages Spoken: English
- Sexual Orientation(s): Queer