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Melissa Petersen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, NCC
Photo of Melissa Petersen, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, NCC

Melissa Petersen

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, NCC (she, her)

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Currently unable to accept new clients
543 Plumas Street Reno, NV 89509
Melissa Petersen, LMFT, works to help those struggling with the pain of past traumas, family dysfunction, and interpersonal conflicts to build compassion for themselves and others in order to heal and move forward in their lives. Melissa helps individuals, families, and first responders experiencing trauma to rebuild and return to normal functioning through the use of Client-Centered Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
Melissa has specialized knowledge, experience, and training in working with men and women first responders and the families of first responders. Melissa understands the impacts that being a first responder can have on an employee and their family. Melissa also has specialized experience working with ADHD in adults.
Take the first step to help. Call Melissa Petersen now - (775) 296-6905 x108

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

543 Plumas Street

Reno, NV 89509 map

(775) 296-6905 x108
I specialize in First Responders, Trauma and PTSD and Stress 
$175 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Photo of Melissa Petersen, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, NCC

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

543 Plumas Street

Reno, NV 89509 map

(775) 296-6905 x108
I specialize in First Responders, Trauma and PTSD and Stress 
$175 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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Melissa Petersen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, NCC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. (775) 296-6905 x108
Photo of Melissa Petersen, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, NCC
Melissa Petersen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, NCC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. (775) 296-6905 x108

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Nevada / NV 2574 Melissa Petersen
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended University of Nevada Reno, Graduated 2016
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from National Board for Certified Counselors National Certified Counselor / 2016
  • Certificate from EMDR International Association EMDR Certified Therapist / 2022
Photo of Melissa Petersen, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, NCC
Melissa Petersen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, NCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. - (775) 296-6905 x108
Photo of Melissa Petersen, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, NCC
Melissa Petersen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, NCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. - (775) 296-6905 x108

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • First Responders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Stress

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Women's Issues
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Melissa Petersen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, NCC
Do these issues align with your needs? - (775) 296-6905 x108
Photo of Melissa Petersen, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, NCC
Melissa Petersen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, NCC
Do these issues align with your needs? - (775) 296-6905 x108

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • EMDR
  • Existential
  • Family Systems
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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As a Marriage & Family Therapist, an EMDR-Certified Therapist, and EMDR Consultant-in-Training, my therapeutic treatment approach includes a family systems framework and trauma treatment with EMDR therapy. Each client is unique and our therapy sessions will be tailored to your specific needs while accounting for the impacts of your family dynamics and your history of distressing experiences.
Photo of Melissa Petersen, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, NCC
Melissa Petersen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, NCC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (775) 296-6905 x108
"
As a Marriage & Family Therapist, an EMDR-Certified Therapist, and EMDR Consultant-in-Training, my therapeutic treatment approach includes a family systems framework and trauma treatment with EMDR therapy. Each client is unique and our therapy sessions will be tailored to your specific needs while accounting for the impacts of your family dynamics and your history of distressing experiences.
Photo of Melissa Petersen, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, NCC
Melissa Petersen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, NCC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (775) 296-6905 x108

Location

Primary Location

543 Plumas Street

Reno, NV 89509

(775) 296-6905 x108

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Neighborhoods

Photo of Melissa Petersen, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, NCC
Melissa Petersen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, NCC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (775) 296-6905 x108
Photo of Melissa Petersen, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, NCC
Melissa Petersen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR, NCC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (775) 296-6905 x108