Peter Neal, MA, LPC

“To see the world, things dangerous to come to, to see behind walls, draw closer, to find each other and to feel. That is the purpose of life.” - Life Magazine Motto

Peter completed his master’s degree at Roosevelt University downtown Chicago. During his graduate work, he interned at St. Elizabeth hospital focusing on care coordination for pediatric/adolescent/adult individuals and groups. He previously worked for a humanitarian aviation organization, spending seven years in Indonesia. Peter applies his international experience to understanding different viewpoints held by clients.

Peter’s Thoughts on Counseling:

In therapy the concept of “parallel process” refers to the way growth and change can occur simultaneously for both client and therapist during the counseling journey. One of Peter’s favorite aspects of counseling is witnessing this dynamic, where the therapeutic relationship fosters an environment in which both parties are engaged in meaningful self-reflection and connection.

Peter’s Advice for Anyone Nervous to Start Therapy:

Peter believes that it is normal and okay to feel nervous about therapy. He also believes that you may be experiencing some courage and curiosity at the same time. He encourages you to lean into those feelings and follow whatever confidence you may have in yourself to make an initial phone call.

What Peter Says about the Client/Counselor Relationship:

“A good match is the most important thing.” With  so many modalities in therapy and a wide range of personality and experience differences in therapists, it is vitally important to make the right match. NPS helps you do that by offering free 15-minute meet and greets to all new clients.