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Kevin Peterca

Kevin Peterca, LISW

Ohio

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Licensed Independent Social Worker - Anger and Relationships

  • CBT techniques
  • Gottman method
  • Mindfulness practice

About Kevin

Kevin Peterca is a Licensed Independent Social Worker, LISW, practicing in Ohio with 35 years of experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, grief, career challenges, depression, addictions, anger, and other life changes. He also addresses intimacy-related issues, self-esteem, and caregiver stress.

Kevin uses short-term, goal-directed counseling. Sessions focus on clear, practical steps clients can try between meetings. He invites client input and preferences and keeps work focused on specific, measurable goals. Conversations are direct and aimed at real-life results rather than long, open-ended talk.

His core methods include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, the Gottman Method for relationship work, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused techniques. These tools are used to identify patterns, test new behaviors, and shift unhelpful thinking. Clients often leave sessions with concrete actions to try at home or at work.

Kevin has substantial experience helping people with career stress, addiction concerns, coping after loss, and managing anger that affects close relationships or work. He brings many years of practice to straightforward problem-solving and communication skills training.

People who want practical steps and measurable progress may find his approach useful. To begin, prospects are asked to use the site's matching process and schedule an initial session to clarify goals and preferred methods.

How his approaches translate to online sessions

Kevin commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness in session. CBT looks at thought patterns and actions, then tests small behavior changes to reduce stress and anger. Mindfulness work focuses on noticing physical cues and practicing simple attention skills to reduce reactivity. He also uses elements of the Gottman Method for relationship concerns to improve communication and problem-solving between partners.

Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, past efforts, and preferences, then suggest which methods to prioritize. Clients can expect shared decision making about exercises and homework that fit their daily life.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a workday, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, or keep meetings consistent when schedules are busy. Licensed professionals often adapt exercises, communication practice, and behavioral experiments to work well in a remote setting.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefCareer difficultiesDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Caregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

35+ years

Listed in

Ohio

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, grief, career concerns, depression, addictions, anger, and related life changes.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He uses short-term, goal-directed counseling that focuses on practical steps and measurable goals. Clients are invited to give input on the approach used.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 35 years of experience working with individuals and couples in counseling settings.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is an LISW - Licensed Independent Social Worker - licensed in Ohio and practices from that state.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does he work with international clients?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to start working together?

Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to discuss goals and methods.

Whenever you are ready

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