Peta Stinson

People from many cultures and backgrounds.

Individuals who feel emotionally overwhelmed or “on edge”.

People living with anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD/C-PTSD.

People with BPD diagnoses or traits (emotion dysregulation, intense relationships, shame, impulsivity).

Survivors of sexual abuse, sexual violence, and coercive experiences.

High-achievers and caregivers who look “fine” on the outside but feel depleted inside.

Couples navigating conflict, disconnection, infidelity, or big relationship decisions.

You want therapy that is both supportive and structured.

You want practical tools (DBT/CBT) and a deeper understanding of patterns (psychodynamic/IFS).

You feel “too much” sometimes, big emotions, big reactions, or shutdown, and you want steadiness.

You’re living with a diagnosis (BPD, PTSD, depression, anxiety) and want real treatment, not just talk.

You want a therapist who can be warm and honest when something needs to be named.

You want to feel more stable in yourself and more secure in relationships.

More grounded and less alone with what you’re carrying.

More able to name what you feel and what you need.

Less reactive and more in control of your emotions.

More self-compassion (especially around shame and self-criticism).

Clearer about your patterns and how to change them.

Steadier, more confident, and more connected to yourself.

What’s bringing you to therapy right now.

What you’ve tried before (and what hasn’t helped).

What you want to feel different in your day-to-day life.

Any diagnoses, symptoms, or concerns you want support with.

What approach might fit best for you (and what therapy will look like).

Practical details: scheduling, fees, and insurance questions.

Show up consistently present, prepared, and engaged.

Help you build skills for emotional regulation and distress tolerance.

Name patterns clearly, without judgment.

Move at a pace that feels safe, especially with trauma.

Offer structure, homework or practices when useful, and real follow-through.

Track progress with you and adjust the plan as needed.