Kristen Peterca, LPC
(She/Her)
About Me
My name is Kristen Peterca and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and EMDR Certified through the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA). With over 16 years of clinical experience, I am skillful in providing traditional therapy as well as treating issues related to trauma, with specialized training in addressing both single-incident traumas or Complex-PTSD, where longer-acting systemic, interpersonal, or familial aversive experiences have had a negative impact. I utilize a combination of therapies; including, EMDR, Ego-state, Attachment Focused, Mindfulness-based approaches, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Clients experience me as authentic, attuned, understanding and insightful. My approach is also active and candid in that I offer my client’s concrete resources and tools to heal. Outside of work, I find joy spending time with my family and friends. For me, time spent outdoors is therapeutic and physical activity grounding - both which help keep me in balance. I find meaning in supporting others and staying connected. I feel enriched through creative outlets, life-long learning and adventure.
Education & Experience
Ohio University, Athens, OH: Bachelors of Science in Visual Communication 2003 Pacific University, Forest Grove, OR: Masters of Counseling Psychology 2006 EMDR Basic Training 2013 EMDR Certification 2018 OR License Number: C2304
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- Anger Management
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Birth Trauma/Pregnancy Loss
- Depression
- Domestic Violence
- Family Issues
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Marriage/Relationship Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Moral Injury
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Personality Disorders
- Phobias
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Self-Harm
- Sexual Abuse
- Somatic Issues
- Stress Management
- Suicide Risk
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adults
- Seniors
Language
- English
Insurance
- BlueCross BlueShield
- Medicaid
MODA, Pacific Source, CareOregon, Out-of-Network, Cash-Pay