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Melissa Petersen

LMFT, EMDR-Certified Therapist Sierra Family Wellness
Specialties: Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD,
Insurance: BlueCross and BlueShield, Prominence Health Plan, CDS Group Health, Cigna

Introduction

Melissa Petersen, LMFT, works to help those struggling with the pain of past traumas, family dysfunction, and interpersonal conflicts to build self-efficacy and compassion for themselves and others in order to heal and move forward in their lives. Melissa helps children, teens, families, and first responders experiencing conflict to build empathy, structure, and cohesiveness in the family system. Parents learn how to implement positive strategies to decrease their child's behavior issues and increase effective communication in the family. Melissa has specialized knowledge, experience, and training in working with men and women firefighters, those retired from the fire service, and the families of firefighters. Melissa understands the impacts that being a first responder can have on an employee and their family. Melissa works diligently to support and encourage all clients towards positive changes for more rewarding lives through the use of EMDR therapy, trauma-focused therapy, family therapy, and child-centered play therapy. *New clients: Phone is the best method for initial contact. ———————- In The News: New Yorker Magazine: “What It’s Like to Fight a Megafire,” by M.R. O’Connor. 11/08/2021. https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2021/11/15/what-is-it-like-to-fight-a-megafire?utm_source=onsite-share&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=onsite-share&utm_brand=the-new-yorker ———————— Good Faith Estimate: You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost. Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services. You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your session for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 800-985-3059.

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PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
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Highlights

  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LMFT #NV #2574 (NV)

Specialties

Additional focus areas


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Classes

Communities

  • First Responders

Age groups

  • Children (6-12)
  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options

Pay with insurance

Melissa Petersen accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Prominence Health Plan
  • CDS Group Health
  • Cigna

Pay out-of-pocket

Melissa Petersen has not provided out-of-pocket fees. Get in contact for more information.

Locations

Sierra Family Wellness
Reno, NV 89509-1664
Video Office

Frequently asked questions

Is Melissa Petersen accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Melissa Petersen is not currently accepting new clients.
Does Melissa Petersen offer telehealth appointments? Melissa Petersen does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Melissa Petersen specialize in? Melissa Petersen specializes in the following areas: ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Parenting, PTSD, Relationship Issues, Trauma, and Women's Issues.

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