Peter Steele, LMHC

Peter Steele is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Massachusetts with 15 years of experience. He works with people facing anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship pain including infidelity, grief, and mood disorders. He also addresses concerns such as addiction, sleep problems, parenting stress, career pressures, ADHD, and codependency.

Peter centers sessions on the client's own experience and choices. He uses a collaborative, interpersonal style and sets concrete, solution-focused goals. That means talking through what matters to the client and trying practical steps they can use between sessions.

His work draws on cognitive behavioral approaches to change unhelpful thinking and behavior. He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy techniques to clarify values and build actions that fit those values. Narrative and existential ideas help people make sense of their stories and the meanings they attach to their lives.

In session, Peter aims for maintainable change. He focuses on clearer boundaries, better communication, and skills that support day-to-day functioning. He offers straightforward support around grief, intimacy issues, anger, impulsivity, and coping with major life changes.

People who come for help with codependency often want to stop putting others first to their own detriment. Peter helps unpack those patterns, identify practical next steps, and practice new ways of relating that reflect the client's priorities.

Background and approach: Peter trained and worked with a range of therapeutic ideas over his 15 years in practice. He favors short-term, goal-oriented work when that fits, while also making room for deeper exploration when needed. Sessions balance talk, skill practice, and planning for real-life situations. He practices in Massachusetts and meets with people in English.

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