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Emma Peterson
 

MSW, LGSW

Mental Health Therapist 

emmas@newpraguecounseling.com

Emma was born and raised locally and is passionate about supporting the mental health and well-being of individuals within her local community. She earned her Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood before continuing her education with both a Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree in Social Work. Her educational background, combined with years of hands-on experience, allows her to provide compassionate, individualized care to clients across the lifespan.

 

Over the course of her career, Emma has worked as a waiver case manager for adults ages 65 and older, helping individuals and families navigate community resources, coordinate services, and maintain independence while aging in place. Through this role, she gained valuable experience advocating for clients, collaborating with providers and families, and supporting the unique emotional and practical needs that can come with aging. Emma also has experience working with children in supportive and therapeutic settings helping to foster emotional growth, healthy coping skills, and positive development.

 

Outside of work, Emma enjoys spending time with her two dogs, exploring new places and most of all making memories with friends and family. 

 

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Degrees

  • Master of Social Work (MSW)-St. Mary's University

  • Bachelor's Degree of Social Work- Southwest Minnesota State University

  • Associate's Degree in Early Childhood and Youth Developement- Dakota Couty Technical College

Specializations/Conditions

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Kids and Adults

  • Adjustment Disorder

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Therapeutic Modalities

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)​

  • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

  • Solution Focused Therapy

  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

  • Play Therapy

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Clients

  • ​Children ages(s) 6 and up

  • Adults

  • Parents

  • Families

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