Chris Peknic(He/Him/His)

Chris Peknic is a Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional located in Bristol, RI who has over 30 years of experience working with individuals and couples. Chris’ practice centers around building healthy relationships and transforming lives towards meaning and happiness. Chris works with those who would like to interrupt the daily patterns that get them stuck in conflict or distress. Clients turn to Chris for help as they navigate beginning or ending a marriage, working through trauma, or learning how to be assertive about their needs. 

Chris practices many therapy approaches, applying the one most appropriate for his clients depending on their needs and situations. He is trained and experienced in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, which is a trauma-focused therapy modality that helps individuals process through painful memories. He helps clients identify the harmful patterns in their relationships, teaching them about mental health and how the mind works. Clients learn how to introspect and find meaning in their deep thoughts, desires, and dreams, ultimately learning more about themselves. 

Chris earned a Master’s degree in Social Work from Fordham University. He draws from his years of experience as a clinician to support clients as they engage in life transformation.