- Anger management focus
- Relationship stress
- Trauma and coping
About Peter
Peter Hilliard is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California with 40 years of professional experience. He helps people who feel stuck by stress, anxiety, anger, and relationship strain. He also works with those facing family conflict or major life changes.
Peter focuses on straightforward conversation and practical steps. He encourages people to describe what is happening and to try small, doable changes between sessions. He frames work around everyday problems like communication breakdowns, resentment that builds over time, and panic or worry that interrupts daily life.
His background includes long experience with trauma and abuse and with issues that follow hard life events such as divorce or separation. He also addresses related concerns like guilt, shame, body image, and isolation. Over decades he has helped people manage feelings that come up after loss and abrupt transition.
In sessions he listens for patterns in thinking and behavior that keep difficulties going. Then he suggests concrete options to try, such as ways to calm intense feelings, to speak more clearly with others, or to reduce repeated arguments. He emphasizes collaboration and practical problem solving rather than abstract theories.
People interested in starting are asked to use the site process to match and schedule a first appointment. International clients may be accepted, and sessions are conducted in English. Costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online sessions
Peter uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that are practical and focused. Cognitive-behavioral style work helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and test different responses, which can reduce angry reactions and repeated conflicts. Skills-based approaches teach concrete ways to calm the body and manage strong feelings, useful for panic, anger, and sudden spikes of distress.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He collaborates with each person to decide what to try first, based on current problems, goals, and what feels doable. That means checking in and adjusting methods as needed rather than committing to one single technique from the start.
The practical benefits of doing sessions online include fitting therapy into a busy schedule and keeping regular contact without long travel time. If you want to know which session formats are available, please confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to schedule shorter check-ins, avoid lengthy commutes, or use conversations that fit into a break at work while still addressing relationship and anger concerns.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
40+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with relationship strain, family conflict, trauma and abuse, anger, and coping with life changes. Additional topics include body image, communication problems, control issues, and divorce.
What is his approach in sessions?
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and practical discussion. Sessions focus on identifying patterns and trying manageable strategies between meetings.
How much experience does he bring?
He has 40 years of professional experience working with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and anger-related concerns.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in California and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees are provided during the matching and scheduling process.
How do I begin working together?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.