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Peter Andrew Danzig LCSW

About

Peter Andrew Danzig, LCSW, (they/them) is a Senior Leadership Strategist, psychotherapist, toy analyst, and diversity-and-inclusion professional in the Greater Philadelphia region. Peter’s research and practice interests are invested in community mental health, theories on adult play and the ways it frames our social interactions, and trauma-informed work with clients and artists/creatives. Peter’s clinical approach is rooted in holistic, relational, and humanistic theory. They believe in a strengths-based perspective, recognizing the resiliency in their clients. Peter’s research and Op-Eds have been featured in outlets including The Wall Street Journal, Philadelphia Gay News, and The Mighty. Prior to their work in mental-health and organizational dynamics, Peter worked in administration and performance arts for over 15 years. Peter received their MSS degree from Bryn Mawr College and was the L. Diane Bernard Fund for LGBTQ and Human Sexuality Scholar recipient. Peter has experience in senior leadership and administration providing case management and counseling in a variety of settings including hospitals, higher education, and non-profit arts agencies. In 2014, Peter founded Theatrical Trainer, a non-profit research collective dedicated to social service and wellness for artists across the country. Peter's research investigated the biopsychosocial impacts of mental health and artists/creatives. They also served as a Commissioner for the Mayor's Office of LGBT Affairs in Philadelphia.

Additionally, Peter is among one of the first APA-approval modality cohorts of therapists researching and normalizing geek culture, "nerdom," and affirming care that integrates pop culture and community healing. Peter has researched and presented nationally on the impacts of toys, design, and play on neurology throughout the lifespan. Their upcoming book, Don't Toy with Me: A Geek's road to acceptance, calm, and expression will be released by Leyline Publishing.

Peter's Intersections: LatinX, Gender Queer Person living with an invisible disability.

Recent Posts
Authenticity in the Workplace
In today’s ever-evolving, hybrid work environment, authenticity has emerged as a key contributor to employee well-being, organizational culture, and productivity.
Why Gay Men Collect Barbie Dolls
Barbie does not have to be exclusive; through inclusive thinking, we all can learn just how powerful an 11.5-inch doll can be for so many people.
"The Show Must Go On" and Perfectionism

Have you ever wondered about the hardships and clinical implications of theater education? The problem of perfectionism may be valuable to explore with your clients.

Have you ever wondered about the hardships and clinical implications of theater education? The problem of perfectionism may be valuable to explore with your clients.

Toy Culture Can Help Us Unlearn a Limiting Self-Image

A Personal Perspective: Moviegoers discover play and authenticity: Finding self-acceptance that you are Kenough! We can change our views of ourselves and others.

A Personal Perspective: Moviegoers discover play and authenticity: Finding self-acceptance that you are Kenough! We can change our views of ourselves and others.

Geek Therapy Heroes Walk Among Us

As a Geek Psychotherapist, there’s a variety of interpretations to our clinical work and the intersections with mental health and psychopathology.

As a Geek Psychotherapist, there’s a variety of interpretations to our clinical work and the intersections with mental health and psychopathology.