Peter Zerphy, LPMHC

Peter Zerphy is a licensed mental health counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, and bipolar disorder. He speaks plainly and focuses on practical steps to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. He has two decades of experience and works with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

He uses a tailored approach rather than one fixed method. Conversations and any plan are adjusted to each person's situation and goals. Sessions focus on what’s happening now and what can change in everyday life.

Peter draws on several well known methods to shape his work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people notice thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and learn new skills to shift them. Mindfulness Therapy introduces simple practices to calm the body and steady attention. Motivational Interviewing supports people who feel stuck or unsure about change by clarifying values and next steps.

He also offers existential and solution-focused ways of working when those fit a person’s needs - exploring meaning, choices, and practical strategies for moving forward. Peter aims for clear goals, useful tools, and steady progress in short, manageable steps.

People who start here can expect straightforward conversation and a plan that evolves. To begin, follow the site’s Start Therapy process and complete the brief matching questionnaire to schedule sessions.

How approach and online work come together

Peter commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test different behaviors. CBT tends to focus on specific problems such as panic, mood swings, and anxiety and gives clear skills to practice between sessions. He also draws on Mindfulness Therapy, which teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and calm the body. These practices can help with stress, trauma reactions, and ongoing mood difficulties.

He treats choice of approach as a team decision. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped in the past. Together they shape a plan that may combine CBT, mindfulness, and motivational techniques based on what works for that person.

The practical advantage of online work is fitting sessions into a busy life and keeping momentum between meetings. Confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified in the biography. Many people find remote sessions make it easier to attend regular meetings, try new skills between appointments, and follow up quickly when issues come up.