Bethany Maroney-Peterson, LMFT

Experienced LMFT supporting trauma and families

Trauma-informed care
Family systems focus
CBT and DBT

About Bethany Maroney-Peterson

Bethany Maroney-Peterson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 16 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through a wide range of life challenges. As an LMFT she is trained to address relationship and family dynamics while also helping clients manage mood, stress, and trauma-related concerns.

Her clinical work encompasses trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, anger management, depression, compassion fatigue, stress and anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, grief, intimacy-related issues, self-esteem struggles, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and ADHD. She also attends to related areas such as abandonment, adoption and foster care issues, attachment concerns, blended family dynamics, cancer and caregiver stress, codependency, communication and control problems, disaster-related coping, dependent personality patterns, divorce and separation, domestic violence, and first responder issues.

Bethany draws from several evidence-informed approaches to tailor care to each client, including Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. She works collaboratively with clients to identify practical skills and strategies, aiming to strengthen relationships and improve daily functioning.

Known for a warm, relaxed, and open style, Bethany adapts interventions to fit the needs of each person or family she sees. Her practice emphasizes partnership and skill-building so clients can pursue healthier, more resilient lives.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Anger management Depression Compassion fatigue

Also Specializes In

Stress, Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Self esteem Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes ADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameInfidelityIntellectual disabilityVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Sex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Bethany Maroney-Peterson have?

Bethany Maroney-Peterson has 16 years of clinical experience.

Is Bethany Maroney-Peterson a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: CA LMFT 51390.

In which languages does Bethany Maroney-Peterson provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Bethany Maroney-Peterson located?

She is located in California.

How can I work with Bethany Maroney-Peterson as my therapist?

You can work with Bethany Maroney-Peterson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Bethany Maroney-Peterson work with international clients?

Bethany Maroney-Peterson does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Bethany Maroney-Peterson cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could remote therapy be a good fit for you?

Many people ask whether meeting with a therapist online can truly help. For a wide range of common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life transitions - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One of the clearest benefits is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a therapist in the format that best fits their routine and comfort level, whether that is video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This adaptability makes it easier to maintain regular work toward goals without major disruption to daily life.

Sessions are provided by licensed professionals and therapists who use established clinical approaches to address concerns. If the match is not right, clients have the option to switch therapists to find a better fit. For many people, remote therapy offers a practical, accessible way to engage in meaningful therapeutic work while balancing other responsibilities.

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