Background: Dr. Peterson completed her Masters of Arts and Doctorate of Clinical Psychology at Antioch University in Seattle. She worked as a research fellow and conducted studies related to motherhood, resilience, and reactions to the Covid-19 pandemic. She has worked as an adjunct professor, teaching doctoral students. 

Dr. Peterson has worked in university counseling centers, inpatient psychiatry, the DOH Youth Behavioral Health Crisis Team, University of Washington Autism Center, primary care, and private practice. She uses her eclectic background to serve a range of clients with various presenting concerns and of all ages and identities.

Services: 

• Individual therapy for ages 9+

• Autism assessments for ages 18 months+ 

  • Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)

• ADHD assessments for ages 4+

• Psychological evaluation & differential diagnosis for ages 5+

• Gender-affirming care evaluations & letters for ages 18+

• Psychosocial evaluation for pre-surgical clearance

About me: "I always dreamed of becoming a psychologist and helping to make a difference in the lives of others. I am honored to be a trusted member of the mental health community and layer my professional expertise with system-level awareness, lived experience of neurodivergence, and passion for social justice. As a parent, I understand how challenging it can be navigating the school system and advocating for educational rights, and I have done so for my own daughter. I consider clinical frameworks and practical strategies that work, which leads to real, actionable change. My goal is to offer clarity, reduce stigma, and meet others with compassion."

• Not accepting new therapy clients

• Accepting new clients for assessments. 

• I do not provide assessments for learning disorders, court-mandated evaluations, or custody. 

**Not accepting clients at this time