About Jayme Peta

Background and Training

I received my Master's in Counseling Psychology from Naropa University and a Bachelor's Degree from Wesleyan University. I have additional training on harm reduction, group facilitation, crisis intervention, HIV and gender & sexuality concerns with youth. My background includes several years of experience working on crisis and anti-violence hotlines and working with adolescents on issues of mental health and wellness. I worked as a counselor with the students at the Boulder College of Massage Therapy. In addition, I currently serve on the board of the Boulder chapter of PFLAG.


Approaches to Psychotherapy

My approach to psychotherapy is influenced by my meditation practice, anti-violence and anti-oppression movements, Buddhist concepts, the harm-reduction movement, nature and the outdoors, the chakra system and a strong belief in the basic goodness, resilience, and wisdom in each person.

Psychotherapy can look many different ways and I believe in finding a style that works well for tyou. I use talking, creative work, role plays, cognitive-behavioral approaches, mindfulness exercises, chakra systems, somatic tracking and guided imagery to help you discover you strengths and inner wisdom and begin to accept yourself fully.

I use a dynamic, multi-cultural and gentle style that can be as goal or growth focused as you need. I look at each issue or concern as part of a whole system and help you examine the system for where change can occur.

A strong connection between the therapist and client is an important key in healing and growth. Thus, I approach therapy as a collaborator in the client's process in their journey toward increased strength, wholeness and ability to tolerate a range of feelings. The focus is on you and what you need.