About Emily Petersdorff
Credentials
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Master of Social Work Degree (MSW), Aurora University
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Master of Business Administration Degree (MBA), Aurora University
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Bachelor of Social Work Degree (BSW), Aurora University
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Bachelor of Psychology Degree (BA), Aurora University
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Advanced Practice Social Worker License (APSW), WI
Trainings & Certifications
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Brainspotting Phase 1 & Phase 2 Trained
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Exposure & Response Prevention Training (ERP) Certificate, NOCD
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Values
Emily's values are reflected in her therapy practice.
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Compassion
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Curiosity
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Creativity
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Joy
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Growth
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Authenticity
Individualized Therapy Adapted to fit your Authentic Self
Emily Petersdorff is a licensed therapist in Wisconsin offering both in person and telehealth services for adolescents, teens, and adults. Emily takes a compassionate, relational, and holistic approach that is aligned with each individual's unique goals..
Areas of Practice
Anxiety
Supporting you in breaking free from anxiety that feels exhausting, allowing you to connect to the present moment. Helping you to discover ways to create calm in your life, and get to the root of what is causing dysregulation.
OCD
Helping you to break free from the thought loops that can feel debilitating. Supporting you in connecting to a sense of self-trust and inner peace, free from intrusive thoughts and obsessions.
Trauma & Complex Trauma
Using brainspotting and body-based therapies to aid you in processing and integration at a pace that feels safe. Helping you to build awareness and the courage to break free from cycles of trauma and pain.
Self-Compassion & Body-Image
Creating a safe space where you can be your full, most authentic self, free from judgement. Supporting you in discovering feelings of self-compassion towards yourself and your body.
Perfectionism
Helping you to break free from perfectionism that keeps you from being your most whole self. Walking with you as you face parts of yourself that are carrying immense pressure to be perfect. Accompanying you on your journey towards wholeness and integration of all parts of you.
×´As a therapist, I believe that we all have an inner light guiding us along our path. Trauma, anxiety, and loss can dim that light, but that light is always there within us. In therapy, I will support you in reconnecting to your inner light, peace, hope, and joy."
- Emily Petersdorff
The Stars are a Symbol of Hope, Finding Light in times of Darkness
Starlit Path Therapy's Symbolism:
Our name, Starlit Path Therapy was chosen because stars are a symbol of hope; stars shine radiantly, lighting up the dark night sky. Mental health struggles and trauma can act as clouds in our sky, making it hard to connect to a sense of hope, light, or joy.
The stars have been used to navigate for thousands of years; their wisdom is infinite. Mental health struggles can feel confusing and create a feeling of being lost or stuck. In therapy, we will work together to clear the clouds in your sky, so that you can see your path clearly.
The stars are a source of inspiration, wonder, awe, and creativity. We have this same light inside of us, quite literally, as we are made of stardust. At Starlit Path, we will support you in finding hope again; reconnecting to the stars that are there to guide your unique life path.