WADE CHRISTIAN PETERSON, MA, LPC, NCC

Wade Christian Peterson Counselor/Therapist

Christian specializes in the treatment of Complex Psychological Trauma including relational trauma from abusive relationships, PTSD, and all forms of addiction including sex and other process addictions (pornography, gambling, and food). He has great deal of experience working with  Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Depression, and Bipolar Disorder. He assists individuals in establishing skills to set and maintain appropriate boundaries, identify codependency, address denial, and improve conflict/anger management skills.

Christian is very genuine, providing connection with a direct attachment-focused approach. Christian has experience working with diverse cultures and believes understanding your culture and background is an important piece of understanding your life experience.  Christian has extensive experience working in the judicial system, residential, and outpatient centers.

Christian believes in making treatment a collaborative effort to acknowledge, experience, and bear the reality of life. Christian guides clients to find healing within oneself, develop strengths, and foster hope that you can live your best life, reaching your goals and overcoming obstacles.

As a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), Christian has dedicated himself to pursue quality services within the counseling profession. Distinguishing from credentials that are required for practice, Christian has satisfied requirements including educational coursework from an accredited program, completion of continuing education requirements, and adherence to ethical standards. 

Christian has also been recognized as “Mom Approved” by DFW Child Magazine. 

Educational Background

  • Master’s Degree in Counseling and Clinical Psychology, Midwestern State University

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Criminology, The University of Oklahoma

  • National Board of Certified Counselors

Professional Trainings

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Areas of Focus

  • Substance and Process Addictions

  • Trauma and PTSD

  • Anger

  • Mood Disorders

  • Law Enforcement & Military