About Counseling

Interested in therapy?

Contact us at 707-765-8488 ext 400 or intake@petalumapeople.org

PPSC’s Counseling Clinic offers a supportive environment to help clients navigate life’s challenges and grow personally. Clinicians are able to address a wide range of concerns including: anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, drug and alcohol use, parenting difficulties, school issues, recovery from trauma, grief and loss, and life transitions. We welcome members from all walks of life, LGBTQIA+ community, children, adolescents, adults and seniors.  

Services include: 

•Psychotherapy for children 5 years and older, individuals, families, and couples 

•Telehealth therapy available 

•Therapeutic groups 

•Triple P – Positive Parenting Program, support for parents with children ages 0-5 

•Referrals to other community resources and agencies in Sonoma County 

Your therapist will consider your unique history and preferences in determining how to meet your needs. In addition to our confidential therapy rooms, our office is set up for sand tray therapy, art therapy, and nature-based therapy in the garden. We are also available to provide telehealth services through video and phone. Therapists at PPSC have degrees in marriage and family therapy, psychology, clinical social work, or professional clinical counseling, are currently a trainee in the process of completing their Masters or PhD course work, or are associates who have completed their Masters or PhD course work in Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work. Therapists receive weekly individual and group supervision from highly trained and experienced supervisors on staff. In addition to supervision, therapists attend a regular training at PPSC to continue to expand their knowledge of clinical interventions and modalities. 

Interested in working at Petaluma People Services Center? 

We are seeking practicum students, associates, licensed clinicians, and pre and post-doctoral students to join our team. At PPSC, you’ll have the opportunity to work with diverse clients, partake in individual and group supervision, and be in a supportive environment in which to grow.

Please view the full job description HERE. To apply, please send your cover letter, resume, and the start date for which you are applying to jobs@petalumapeople.org

Below are our upcoming cohort start dates:   

*Start Date: January 15, 2024

  • Submit Cover Letter & Resume By: 10/26/23
  • Interview 1: 11/03/23
  • Interview 2: 11/10/23  
  • Notified By: 11/22/23

Summer 2024 and Fall 2024 dates coming soon!

All positions are paid. Full time and part time positions (minimum 15hours/week) available. 1 hour of individual supervision per week and 2 hours of group supervision per week provided. Should you have any additional questions, please reach out to intake@petalumapeople.org or 707-765-8488 ext 400. We look forward to hearing from you!