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Peter Steele, LMHC
Massachusetts
LMHC - Anxiety and Trauma
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Values-based work
- Relationship focus
About Peter
Peter Steele is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) in Massachusetts with 15 years of clinical experience. He works with people facing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma and abuse, relationship struggles including infidelity, and grief and loss.
He uses a collaborative approach that treats the client as the expert on their life. Sessions focus on clear, solution-oriented goals and practical steps. The aim is to help clients develop maintainable changes, set effective boundaries, and build relationships that reflect their values.
Peter draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to look at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify values and increase willingness to face difficult feelings. Client-centered and narrative ideas shape how he listens and helps clients tell the story of their lives.
Work in sessions often includes identifying unhelpful thinking patterns, trying new responses, and practicing small behavioral experiments between meetings. He emphasizes skills that can be used day to day, not just talked about in the office.
He has experience with a wide range of concerns beyond mood and trauma, including addiction, sleep and intimacy-related issues, parenting stress, anger, self-esteem, ADHD, and career transitions. He also addresses issues like attachment, communication problems, infidelity, and divorce when they come up.
People who want practical, structured work that connects thoughts, values, and behavior may find his style useful. Before booking, confirm current session options and any scheduling details.
How CBT, ACT and Client-Centered Work Translate to Online Sessions
Peter commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors; this approach is concrete and focuses on skills that can be practiced between sessions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is used to clarify what matters most and support action toward those values even when feelings are difficult. Client-centered ideas shape how he listens and responds, emphasizing the client's perspective and priorities.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, preferences, and the practical demands of daily life. That decision is revisited as therapy progresses so the plan can change if needed.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings around work, school, or family obligations. They also allow for shorter check-ins when time is limited and make it possible to practice skills in the settings where problems occur. Ask about session length and any technical details when you schedule so arrangements match your needs.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Massachusetts
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship problems including infidelity, addictions, sleep troubles, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem, career changes, bipolar symptoms, and ADHD.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a collaborative, interpersonal approach with solution-focused goals. Sessions emphasize practical steps and skills tied to the client's values.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 15 years of clinical experience working with mood disorders, trauma, relational issues, and grief.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a licensed mental health counselor, MA LMHC, and practices in Massachusetts.
In which languages are sessions offered?
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 sessions paid for?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do you begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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