Find a therapist in Peoria, IL — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Peoria, IL accepting new patients
Connect with empowering mental health providers across Peoria's diverse neighborhoods. Headway supports 2,425 licensed providers ready to help with talk therapy and medication management, with many offering free consultations and availability within two weeks.
Life can feel like a lot sometimes, whether you're navigating anxiety, grief, addiction, or the emotional weight of caring for a loved one. Maybe things feel tangled, or you're used to being the strong one for everyone else. You don’t have to figure it all out alone. I want to understand your story, what’s been heavy lately, and what you’re hoping will feel different. Together, we can begin to make sense of it all and help you feel more steady, supported, and like yourself again.
My name is Lauren Dircks, and I have been supporting people for 3 years through a variety of challenges. I have a masters degree in Social Work and am a fully licensed social worker. I help those working through anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationship challenges, postpartum depression, life adjustments, and much more. I specialize in working with those 13 years and older.
My nursing career began in 2010 when I first became a Registered Nurse. In 2017 I graduated from Maryville University in St. Louis, MO with my master’s degree in nursing and became a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) licensed in Illinois. I have been blessed to work in many facets of healthcare since and has also become a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). With a strong foundation in both primary care and mental health, my approach aligns overall wellness and hormone optimization with physical, mental, and lifestyle well-being.
Hi, I’m a licensed clinical social worker offering remote therapy for people of all ages and backgrounds. I specialize in PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, alcohol and substance use, and stress management. My approach is compassionate, empowering, and grounded in meeting you where you are. I honor each client’s story and help them build on their strengths as they move toward healing and lasting change.
My name is Flor Eldridge. I am a licensed clinical social worker. I can help equip you with techniques necessary to cope with your life challenges. I’ve been in the helping field for over 15 years. I have experience working with all ages and all walks of life.
When I am not working, I enjoy time with family and friends, and traveling.
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A lot of people who reach out for therapy are used to holding things together on the outside while quietly feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, emotionally exhausted, or stuck underneath it all.
They overthink decisions, carry pressure constantly, struggle to slow their mind down, or notice they keep repeating patterns they already understand but still cannot seem to change.
I’m Ron Henson, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and owner of In Situ Counseling & Coaching. My practice helps adults navigate anxiety, burnout, ADHD-related challenges, relationship stress, life transitions, emotional overwhelm, and high-functioning internal pressure through virtual therapy that is collaborative, grounded, and focused on helping things actually make sense in context.
I earned my Bachelor's degree in Social Work and later my Master's in Social Work, becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have extensive experience helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship challenges, self-esteem, and major life transitions. While I welcome adults from all backgrounds, I have a special passion and expertise in working with Women of Color. I understand the unique pressures many women carry—the expectation to always be strong, care for everyone else, and keep pushing even when they're emotionally exhausted. My goal is to provide a culturally responsive, supportive space where you feel seen, heard, and understood. Whether you're navigating grief, divorce, burnout, empty nesting, or rediscovering yourself, I'll meet you with compassion, honesty, and practical tools to help you move forward.
As a licensed therapist with over three decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through life's complex challenges. My practice centers on helping clients navigate stress, anxiety, family dynamics, grief, and significant life transitions. I have worked with a vast population: healthcare, residential, mental health and the unhoused.
“Only those who sow seeds of change can hope to grow and reap a harvest.”
-Andrea Goeglein
About our therapists serving Peoria, IL
- 98%Anxiety
- 93%Depression
- 89%Stress management
- 80%Relationship issues
- 78%Trauma
- 98%Aetna
- 94%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
- 90%Cigna
- 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 68%Ascension
- 99%English
- 7%Spanish
- 1%Hindi
- 1%Urdu
- 1%Polish
- 88%Online only
- 12%In-person or online
- 81%Woman
- 18%Man
- 1%Non-binary
- 50%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 34%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
- 6%Clinical Psychologist
- 5%Full Practice Authority Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 3%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 100%Individual therapy
- 35%Family therapy
- 25%Couples therapy
- 17%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right therapist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Mental Health Therapist in Peoria, IL
Searching for therapists in Peoria starts with finding care that matches your needs. A therapist may support concerns like anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, or life transitions. As you compare options, look for someone whose listed specialties, training, and therapy style fit what you want to address. Provider bios can help you see whether a therapist uses approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or acceptance and commitment therapy.
In a smaller city like Peoria, the right local match may depend on more than office location. Virtual appointments can expand your options across Illinois while still letting you choose in-person therapy when that fits your schedule. Consider practical details like appointment availability, whether a therapist offers a free phone consultation, and how their session style is described. Reading profiles before booking can help you compare communication style, areas of focus, and what to expect in a first session.
Therapy in Peoria can be expensive without insurance. Using in-network coverage is one of the most reliable ways to lower your out-of-pocket costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search therapists who are accepting new patients, check your insurance, see estimated session costs before booking, and choose between virtual and in-person care. You can browse therapists in Peoria, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.
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