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Peter Charles Shorts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
69550 California 111, Suite 202 & 203, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
Let's Connect (760) 706-7252
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An ideal client actively embraces the fluid and ongoing process of change, serving as a participant rather than a spectator in the journey toward honesty, intimacy, and authenticity. Ideal clients comprehend the vital role of setting goals within the therapeutic framework, and are architects in identifying, designing, and navigating the pathway toward these objectives. An ideal client actively engages in the therapeutic process, recognizes the distinction between internal and external realities, and plays a pivotal role in setting and achieving goals. Together, we embark on a transformative journey toward authenticity.
My approach is grounded in a trauma-informed perspective. I view the therapeutic journey as an opportunity for individuals to gain awareness of the profound impact past experiences have on self-perception and interactions with the world. My goal is to assist people in comprehending how adversity shapes their behavior and finding healthier ways of being.
Let's co-create a space of openness and honesty as we embark on this shared journey. I commit to providing the respect, honesty, and authenticity I ask of you. I invite you to journey with me to collaboratively build a life that serves you best.
Call or Email Peter Charles Shorts now for a free 15 minute consultation - (760) 706-7252
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $150
- Pay by Cash, Venmo, Zelle
Insurance
- Aetna
- Blue Shield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Elevance
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Peter Charles Shorts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 75964 Peter Charles Shorts
- In Practice for 12 Years
- Attended California State University, San Bernardino, MSW, Graduated 2011
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Addiction
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Cancer
- Chronic Impulsivity
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Domestic Violence
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Geriatric and Seniors
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Infidelity
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Medical Detox
- Medication Management
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Thinking Disorders
- Veterans
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Native American ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
I also speak
Spanish
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Native American ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
I also speak
Spanish
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Family Systems
- Integrative
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Person-Centered
- Psychobiological Approach Couple Therapy
- Psychodynamic
- Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Primary Location
69550 California 111
Suite 202 & 203
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
(760) 706-7252Email me
Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (760) 706-7252
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Peter Charles Shorts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW