Christy is currently accepting new self pay clients and those with the following insurance plans: PEHP, EMI, Select Health, CVR, BCBS, HMHI-BHN and University of Utah (Healthy Preferred, Healthy Premier & U Health Plus).

Hello, my name is Christy Peterson (she/her/hers), and I am an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I recently earned my Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Touro University Worldwide, building on a foundation of a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Vocal Performance from Westminster University and the University of California, Santa Barbara. My 10+ years of classical music training shaped my understanding of self-expression, artistry, and body awareness. I bring this perspective into therapy by helping clients connect deeply with their inner desires and develop the confidence to express their authentic voice in the world.

I believe safety and trust are the cornerstones of the therapeutic relationship. Together, we will explore your human experience with curiosity and compassion, whether healing past wounds or setting a path toward future goals. I consider myself a compassionate, honest, and empathetic partner in your journey, always respecting the unique perspective you bring to the room.

I work with adolescents ages 14+, adults, couples, and families who are navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, grief, faith transitions, disordered eating, self-esteem related challenges, relationship challenges, and systemic family dynamics. Life transitions encompass pivotal moments that bring change, growth, or challenge, such as entering adulthood, starting or ending a relationship, navigating divorce or remarriage, blending families, becoming a parent, coping with infertility, adjusting to an empty nest, managing career shifts, or facing retirement. I support couples in navigating premarital preparation, building a strong foundation for partnership, and working through complex issues such as infidelity, infertility, betrayal, and shared grief and loss. I also support individuals in processing past or present traumas, including; sexual abuse PTSD, and domestic violence.

My approach to therapy incorporates techniques from Narrative Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy, Gottman Relationship Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and systemic family therapy. 

I am committed to creating an inclusive, affirming space for all individuals. I am also a strong advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community. I approach therapy as a humble explorer, recognizing the diverse and intersecting identities that shape each client’s experience.

As an associate therapist, I am under clinical supervision and actively pursuing advanced training, including Gottman Relationship Therapy (Level 1 & 2, Trauma, Affairs, and Addiction Recovery) and IFS certification. I believe in lifelong learning and strive to remain a student of the world, continuously expanding my knowledge to bring clients the highest quality of care.

Although I am a Utah native, I spent much of the last decade living in Southern California and Germany as part of a military family. I am happy to have returned to the mountains and natural beauty of Salt Lake City, where I now live with my husband, our beautiful baby daughter, and two long-haired dachshunds.

When I’m not working, you’ll find me cooking plant-based meals, exploring personal development, and indulging in all things self-care.

I deeply value the courage it takes to begin or continue therapy. My hope for you is that our work together provides a space of safety, empowerment, and self-discovery. I am here to support you in healing old wounds, uncovering new possibilities, and moving forward with confidence and clarity. You deserve a life that inspires and fulfills you, and I am honored to walk with you on this path.