Ami Peterson, MA, LPC, Certified CCPT

Hi, I’m Ami, a licensed professional counselor with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. I specialize in working with children, teens, and adults to support emotional growth, healing, and connection.

I hold a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Idaho State University and a Master’s degree in Counseling from Boise State University. I completed my professional credential in Child-Centered Play Therapy through the University of North Texas and have advanced training in Child-Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. In addition to individual counseling, I regularly lead parenting classes designed to help families strengthen their relationships and deepen emotional connection.

Before opening my private practice, I worked as an elementary and early childhood school counselor in the Nampa School District. During those years, I developed a passion for helping children overcome challenges related to anxiety, emotional regulation, friendship struggles, and family transitions—all through the healing language of play.

Today, I offer therapy services for young children using play therapy, and for teens and adults using a person-centered approach that incorporates IFS, mindfulness, and emotional processing. Whether I’m supporting a young child who communicates through play, or an adult exploring their internal system of parts, my goal is to create a space that is safe, respectful, and empowering.

I believe the relationship is the most important part of the counseling process. I meet each client with warmth, curiosity, and compassion—creating a space where growth, healing, and insight can unfold at their own pace.

Outside of the therapy room, I enjoy spending time with my husband, our three children, and our two dogs. As a family, we love traveling, hiking, camping, and CrossFit.