Profile / United States
Peter Jastermsky, LCSW
California
LCSW - Stress and Anxiety focus
See online therapy options- CBT and mindfulness
- Problem focused work
- Goal and action planning
About Peter
Peter Jastermsky is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 35 years of experience. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, career concerns, relationship and family issues, and life changes.
He practices in California and draws on decades in settings such as employee assistance programs, outpatient mental health, and drug and alcohol services. He has also supervised and trained other therapists. His background means he is used to practical, problem-focused work in real-world settings.
Peter uses a conversational, supportive style in sessions. He starts where a person is and focuses on clear choices and goals. He helps people weigh the consequences of changing versus staying the same and looks for small, doable steps that move things forward.
He describes counseling as a collaborative process where the client is the expert on their life. Sessions often focus on identifying unhelpful habits or thoughts, trying alternative responses, and setting concrete goals. He encourages action that fits the person’s priorities.
Because he has worked in diverse settings, he often combines practical strategies with exploration of what matters to the person. He aims to help clients get unstuck and make decisions that reflect their values and needs. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How his approaches translate to online work
Peter commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy combined with brief solution-focused techniques. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy involves noticing unhelpful thoughts and habits and testing small behavior changes to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, clarifying goals, and helping the person lead the direction of sessions. Solution-Focused Therapy looks for small, practical steps that produce measurable progress in a short time frame.Deciding which approach to emphasize is part of the work. He will collaborate with the client to identify goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust based on what helps. That means the plan can change as the person learns what works for them.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so appointments can occur between other commitments. Licensed professionals can use these formats to keep sessions focused on concrete problems, practicing new responses, and tracking progress over time.
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Experience
35+ years
Listed in
California, Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with most often?
He helps adults with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship and family issues, career and life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a conversational, supportive style that emphasizes clear choices, goal setting, and practical steps to change unhelpful patterns.
What is his level of experience?
He has 35 years of experience working in employee assistance programs, outpatient mental health, and drug and alcohol services, and has supervised and trained therapists.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with active licenses as CA LCSW and PA LCSW and practices in California.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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