Licensed clinical social worker recordIllinois
Colin Peters, LCSW
Illinois
Licensed clinical social worker - anxiety and trauma
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Illinois
- LCSW, licence 149012356
- NPI
- 1124211578
- Experience
- 20 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Illinois
These details come from information Colin supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma recovery
- Workplace issues
About Colin
Colin Peters is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois with 20 years of experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleep problems, and low self-esteem.
Colin takes a practical approach. Sessions focus on clear goals and everyday changes that make a difference. He listens for patterns that cause distress and helps people develop steps to reduce symptoms like panic attacks or social anxiety.
He also addresses workplace strain, communication breakdowns, isolation, and feelings of guilt or shame. Conversations often include problem-solving for difficult interactions and ways to restore routine and rest. He pays attention to life transitions such as midlife shifts and questions about purpose.
Colin uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people make sense of past experiences and change current behavior. He describes options, teaches coping skills, and practices new ways of relating in session so clients can try them outside of therapy.
His manner is direct and practical. He offers a non-religious perspective and is familiar with issues that affect older adults. People who prefer clear steps and straightforward feedback tend to find this approach helpful.
BHow sessions work
Evidence-based approaches and how they work online
Colin describes his work as grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques. One common approach focuses on skills training for anxiety and panic - learning breathing and grounding strategies, testing anxious predictions, and practicing responses to reduce acute symptoms. This helps people manage panic attacks and social anxiety by changing unhelpful reactions.Another approach centers on processing traumatic experiences in a paced way. That involves identifying distressing memories, understanding how they affect current behavior, and developing coping tools to reduce reactivity and improve sleep and daily functioning.
Finding the right approach is part of the early sessions. Colin collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. He explains options, tries techniques in session, and adjusts the plan based on what works best.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - shorter check-ins between meetings, avoiding travel time, and attending from wherever you spend your day. It can also allow practicing skills in real-world settings and reviewing how those attempts went at the next session.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he focus on?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy issues, sleep problems, and self-esteem concerns, plus related areas like workplace stress and social anxiety.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, goal‑oriented style that emphasizes clear steps and skill practice to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.
How much experience does he have?
He has 20 years of experience working as a clinician in Illinois.
Is he a licensed clinician and where is he licensed?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with an Illinois LCSW license.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are fees and scheduling handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers