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Peter Jastermsky, LCSW

Stress, Anxiety Grief Career difficulties Depression Coping with life changes
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About me

Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and hold active licenses in California, Pennsylvania, and North Dakota. I have more than 30 years of experience helping people in a variety of settings, from Employee Assistance (EAP) to Outpatient Mental Health and Drug and Alcohol. In addition to my counseling experience, I have been a clinical supervisor and trainer of therapists. I am also a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist.

Congratulations for taking this brave first step to find support, and to make positive changes in your life! I offer individual counseling for adults, 21 and up, who live in California, Pennsylvania, or North Dakota. I have a supportive, conversational style. We will start wherever you “are” in your life. I see my role as a guide who will help you consider your choices, to examine the consequences of changing versus not changing behaviors or circumstances, to set meaningful goals, and to support your decisions.

In uncertain, stressful times, it is easy to get overwhelmed and “stuck,” but I believe there is always “the one thing” a person can do to take meaningful action. While I agree that knowing “why” we behave in certain ways can be useful, I do feel that people seek out counseling to “move beyond.” I believe that YOU are the expert on you, and I will encourage you to take the next steps to improve your life.

Professional experience

35yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Grief Career difficulties Depression Coping with life changes

Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Control issues, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Workplace issues

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

Services offered

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License information

ND LCSW 6411

CA LCSW 26699

PA LCSW CW013081

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Peter Jastermsky. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

Peter is very patient and always listening. Super professional.

Written on Jan 25, 2024 after therapy with Peter for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues

I have felt very comfortable talking to Peter since day one. His advice has been extremely helpful in my day to day life

Written on Nov 22, 2023 after therapy with Peter for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

Peter is a very good listener. His style of therapy is one that adapts to your needs. I saw progress within a few weeks. It's very apparent that Peter has lots of experience, his approach to therapy is like speaking to a good friend. He has good specific advice when asked, but doesn't overwhelm you with everything that you should do to improve your life.

Written on Nov 17, 2023 after therapy with Peter for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and anger management

Peter is absolutely fantastic. He listens and understands what I am going through and always provides useful feedback.

Written on Nov 04, 2023 after therapy with Peter for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, and coping with life changes

My experience with Peter has positive because he is great at giving space to allow yourself to deal with your emotions/thoughts.

Written on Oct 18, 2023 after therapy with Peter for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and career difficulties

Peter has been very helpful. He is very knowledgeable, has strong intuition. And he helps productively advise and guide life issues and challenges. Really pleased with his service.

Written on Aug 29, 2023 after therapy with Peter for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse