Dr. Laura Petersen, PsyD, CA | Psychologist

About Dr. Laura Petersen

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Mood Disorders

Stress

Coping Mechanism Development

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Women's Issues Therapy

Depression

Sexual Abuse Counseling

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Attachment-based

Dialectical (DBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Laura Petersen

Courage can look like simply showing up - I'm so happy you're here! I help clients navigate complex trauma, addiction, anxiety, and depression, emphasizing strength and resiliency. I'm genuinely interested in learning more about your unique experiences, and through humility and compassion, I look forward to helping you on your growth journey!

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Postpartum Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Diego

Education and training

Palo Alto University, Doctor of Philosophy
San Francisco Bay University (Master's)

NPI number

1063870806

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Petersen?

Generally, Dr. Laura Petersen has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Petersen's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dr. Laura Petersen accepting new patients?

Dr. Laura Petersen generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Petersen's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Dr. Laura Petersen accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Petersen online?

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What practice does Dr. Laura Petersen work with?

Dr. Laura Petersen works with Rula Health - San Diego.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Laura Petersen?

Dr. Laura Petersen frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Laura Petersen on their profile.