About

Hello, My name is Peter W. Best, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (California License No. 26576), (Illinois License No. 149.023300) , Certified Anger Management Facilitator and United States Navy Veteran. I assist clients to cope with and overcome depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma. I utilize a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) which intentionally changes one’s thoughts and actions, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Solution-Focused Treatment (SFT), Client-Centered Therapy (CCT), with a strength-based therapeutic approach. These methods promote healing and desired change in a unique and culturally respectful manner.
Additionally, I am a Certified Anger Management Facilitator (CAMF) with over 25 years of experience in the field of mental health. I received Anger Management Training and Certification through the renowned Anderson and Anderson Adult and Adolescent Anger Management Program and have specialized training on a variety of specialties in the field of mental health.
I received both my undergraduate degree, Bachelor of Arts in Social Work and graduate degree, Master of Social Work from California State University, Sacramento. I have also completed specialized training in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Suicide Prevention, Anxiety, Depression, and Veterans issues. I possess first-rate interpersonal, problem-solving, and analytical skills combined with a genuine concern and sensitivity to clients of diverse backgrounds. I look forward to working with you to fully reclaim your life, promoting resilience, emotional health, and creating your own measure of success by building on your strengths to claim the life you deserve.
Areas of Practice (Specialty): Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Anger Management, Depression and Veteran issues.