About Peterson Family Therapy
Peterson Family Therapy is a family-owned counseling practice in Salt Lake City, Utah. It’s operated by Ed and Candace Peterson, life partners with the desire and skill needed to help couples in crisis, individuals suffering from addiction issues, and anyone dealing with depression and anxiety. Peterson Family Therapy is a member of The International Centre For Excellence In Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT).
Peterson Family Therapy
4505 Wasatch Blvd, #260
Salt Lake City, UT, 84124
(801) 809-7990
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Why Depression Feels Like a Shutdown (And How to Start Moving Again)
/by Ed PetersonEd Peterson explains depression as a “nervous system freeze.” Learn about the roots of emotional shutdown and our multifaceted path to healing.
What Families Need Most: Being Heard and Seen
/by Ed PetersonAt Peterson Family Therapy, Candace and I are very aware that when working with families, one of the most important things we can do is make sure that each member of the family in the therapy office feels heard and seen.
How We Treat Depression: A Therapist’s Approach
/by Ed PetersonStruggling with depression? Discover how our therapists use attachment work, trauma processing, and emotional attunement to help clients find hope and healing.
What is Trauma-Informed Therapy? Understanding a Compassionate Approach to Healing
/by Candace PetersonLearn about trauma-informed care from Candace Peterson, LCSW. Specialized PTSD treatment using CPT and compassionate, evidence-based therapy for healing.
Why Emotionally Focused Therapy Works: 3 Reasons EFT is So Effective
/by Peterson Family TherapyAfter 20 years of experience as a therapist—and with Candace’s 20 years of experience—we know at Peterson Family Therapy that Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and attachment work is the most effective type of therapy available today, especially for couples. The question is: why does EFT work so well when other approaches fall short? Let me break it down into three key reasons.
Healing Family Dynamics: How Family Counseling Helps Resolve Conflicts
/by Peterson Family TherapyFamily therapy is one of the most powerful and transformative experiences—both for therapists and for the families we serve. At Peterson Family Therapy in Salt Lake City, family counseling is a cornerstone of our practice, and I’m excited to share why this work is so meaningful and how it can help families move from crisis to connection.