Peter Salerno, PsyD, LMFT, is a licensed psychotherapist and award- winning author. He holds a Doctor of Psychology degree (PsyD), a Master of Science degree (MS) in Clinical Psychology, and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in English Literature. Dr. Salerno is a trauma specialist, clinical supervisor, coach, and consultant who utilizes empirically validated, science-based approaches to promote healing and self-empowerment. Dr. Salerno is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) and is certified in Family Trauma and Complex Trauma through the International Association of Trauma Professionals. He also holds certifications in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy and Personality Disorder Treatment (C-PD) and is trained and qualified to administer and score the Hare Psychopathy Checklist-Revised (PCL-R). Dr. Salerno has treated mental health conditions in a variety of clinical settings and has authored six books on a broad variety of topics, including stress and trauma, early development and attachment, mind-body integration, emotion and cognition, personality pathology, and philosophy. Dr. Salerno currently works with individuals, couples, and families in private practice. He resides in Southern California.
