Rani Peterson

MS, LPC, RYT

Licensed Professional Counselor

EMDR Trained Therapist 

IFS Informed Therapist

Registered Yoga Teacher

Rani Peterson

MS, LPC, RYT

Licensed Professional Counselor
EMDR Trained Therapist
IFS Informed Therapist
Registered Yoga Teacher

If you’ve experienced trauma, you may feel stuck in patterns that are hard to explain. Even when you want to move forward, memories, shame, fear, or self-doubt can keep pulling you back. You might feel disconnected from yourself, overwhelmed by emotions, or constantly on edge. I specialize in helping adults heal from childhood and complex trauma, abuse, sexual assault, and other overwhelming life experiences. My goal is to help you move beyond survival so you can feel more grounded, connected, and confident in yourself.

MY APPROACH

Healing from trauma requires more than just talking about the past. Trauma affects the nervous system, which is why my approach focuses on helping both the mind and body process what has happened.

As a Trauma Therapist and Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT), I integrate:
• EMDR therapy to help the brain reprocess traumatic memories
• Parts work (Internal Family Systems–informed) to understand and heal protective patterns
• Somatic awareness to help regulate the nervous system
• Mindfulness and self-compassion practices to reconnect with your authentic self

I have completed advanced training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) including the PRECI protocol for recent traumatic events and EMDR 2.0, which uses strategies that help the brain process distressing memories more efficiently.

WHAT THERAPY CAN HELP WITH

In our work together, we may focus on:
• Healing from childhood trauma or past abuse
• Processing sexual trauma or assault
• Reducing anxiety, shame, or emotional overwhelm
• Calming the body’s stress and survival responses
• Rebuilding trust in yourself and your relationships

My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your experiences at a pace that feels right for you. Healing doesn’t have to mean reliving everything alone, it can be a process of gently understanding and releasing what your mind and body have been holding.