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Alison Peterson

Trauma-focused counselor blending evidence and empathy

LPC Oklahoma

Experience
6 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Family
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Alison

Alison Peterson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Oklahoma with six years of clinical experience and a concentration in trauma-related work.

Background and approach

She guides clients through issues such as stress, anxiety, grief, family conflict, and a range of trauma experiences including domestic violence, sexual abuse, religious trauma, and other forms of mistreatment. Her practice also addresses LGBT concerns and co-occurring mood and anxiety conditions.

Her approach blends evidence-based methods with empathic listening to create a nonjudgmental space where clients can explore difficult feelings and life challenges. Alison draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside client-centered and trauma-informed techniques to help people spot unhelpful patterns, build coping skills, and process painful memories.

She also incorporates psychodynamic and dialectical strategies when they fit a client's needs. Alison works with clients from diverse ethnic and religious backgrounds and attends to related concerns such as attachment issues, codependency, chronic illness and pain, dissociation, and end-of-life matters.

She encourages those taking the first step toward therapy and supports collaborative goal-setting to tailor treatment to each person's situation.

Approaches That Guide Online Care



Alison commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thoughts and develop practical strategies for managing anxiety, panic, obsessive behaviors, and mood challenges. CBT focuses on changing patterns of thinking and behavior to reduce distress and improve daily functioning.

She also employs trauma-focused therapy to help people process painful events and their emotional aftermath. This approach emphasizes gradual processing of traumatic memories, building coping skills, and restoring a sense of safety and regulation after abuse or other traumatic experiences.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Alison works collaboratively with each person to determine what methods match their needs, goals, and preferences. She discusses options, adjusts strategies over time, and invites feedback so treatment remains responsive and practical.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to increase flexibility. These formats make it easier to schedule appointments around work, family, or mobility limitations and allow for continued care across changing circumstances while preserving the collaborative focus of in-person therapy.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Alison address?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, family conflict, LGBT-related concerns, and a variety of trauma and abuse issues. Additional focuses include attachment concerns, chronic pain and illness, codependency, and mood disorders.
What is Alison's therapeutic style and approach?
Her style combines empathic, client-centered listening with evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), psychodynamic approaches, and trauma-focused techniques. She aims to create an open, nonjudgmental environment while teaching practical coping skills.
How much professional experience does she have?
Alison has six years of professional work experience, with much of that time focused on trauma and related mental health concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Oklahoma with licence number OK LPC 11041 and practices in that state.
Does Alison offer services in other languages or internationally?
She provides services in English and is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available?
Clients can meet with her via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and needs.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions operate through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy with Alison?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to her availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGrief

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 approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Psychodynamic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

6+ years

Licensed

Oklahoma

Languages

English