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Dr. Peter Sutphen, FL Psychologist PY6484

Licensed Florida psychologist helping relationships and trauma
  • 35 years experience
  • Florida licensed psychologist
  • Offers online therapy

About Dr. Peter Sutphen

Dr. Peter Sutphen is a Florida-licensed psychologist (FL Psychologist PY6484) with 35 years of professional experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression, and provides support for LGBT concerns, family and parenting issues, intimacy-related matters, eating and self-esteem problems, and life coaching. He also addresses related issues such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, codependency, communication problems, dissociation, mood and personality concerns, and blended family dynamics.

He approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping conversations and treatment plans to fit individual needs rather than applying a one-size-fits-all method. Dr. Sutphen emphasizes collaboration - listening carefully to each person’s story, identifying goals, and building practical strategies that reflect the client’s values and circumstances. He acknowledges the courage it takes to seek change and positions himself as a steady source of support and empowerment throughout that process.

Whether addressing immediate symptoms or exploring deeper patterns tied to relationships and attachment, he aims to help people find more satisfying, balanced, and purposeful ways of living. His practice combines clinical experience with a focus on tailoring care to the unique priorities of each individual.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepression

Also Specializes In

LGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCoaching

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCodependencyCommunication problemsDependent personalityDissociationEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessLife purposeMood disordersNarcissismPersonality disordersSex addiction

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Peter Sutphen have?

Dr. Peter Sutphen has 35 years of experience.

Is Dr. Peter Sutphen a licensed therapist?

Yes, Dr. Peter Sutphen holds these credentials: FL Psychologist PY6484. License details: FL Psychologist PY6484.

In which languages does Dr. Peter Sutphen provide therapy?

Dr. Peter Sutphen provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Peter Sutphen located?

Dr. Peter Sutphen is located in Florida.

How can I work with Dr. Peter Sutphen as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Peter Sutphen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Peter Sutphen work with international clients?

Dr. Peter Sutphen does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Peter Sutphen cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic approaches and online care with Dr. Peter Sutphen

Dr. Peter Sutphen uses a blend of evidence-informed methods to address relationship and emotional challenges. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early bonds shape current relationships and emotional patterns, helping people understand and change the ways they connect, trust, and seek closeness. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replacing them with practical strategies to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress.

He also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the client leads the pace and focus of sessions while the therapist offers empathy and understanding. This approach supports greater self-awareness and personal growth, which can be especially helpful for issues like self-esteem, life purpose, and relationship difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Dr. Sutphen collaborates with each person to match methods to individual needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to attend consistently around work, family, and other responsibilities. These options support access to ongoing care and make it simpler to integrate therapy into daily life.

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