Lahela Peterson

Lahela Peterson is currently an LMHCA at Northwest Therapy Group since 2024. Prior experience includes serving as a Paraeducator at Olympia School District from August 2018 to August 2024, and as the Senior Program Coordinator for Sensory Friendly Playtime at Hands On Children's Museum from April 2017 to August 2024. Lahela has also worked as a Curriculum Developer at Site Response Inc. and a Professor of French at South Puget Sound Community College-French. Other roles include Community Affairs & Outreach at Exceptional Families Network and Exhibits & Facilities Coordinator at Hands On Children's Museum. Lahela's early career includes a position as a Curriculum Expert at the University of Maryland. Academic credentials include a Master's degree (ABD) in French Language and Literature and Critical Theory from the University of California, Irvine, along with a Master's degree in Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology, currently pursued at Saint Martin's University.