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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.

Hilary Kohs

Hilary Kohs

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I have been practicing therapy as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 20 yrs. I have worked mainly with trauma and am certified in evidence based treatments.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dushun Beckford-Torres

Dushun Beckford-Torres

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am deeply passionate about advocacy, autonomy, and balance, and these values are integral to my therapeutic approach.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Oreoluwatomi Agbaje

Oreoluwatomi Agbaje

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I work with my patients in a partnership that lets us build a plan that will work the best for them!”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jodi Huffman Frazee

Jodi Huffman Frazee

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


“My years in inpatient psychiatry have shaped my calm, grounded approach and deep understanding of severe and persistent mental illness.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sharee Robinson

Sharee Robinson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I believe mental health care works best when clients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their treatment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Oghenero Olomukoro

Oghenero Olomukoro

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Belleville, IL


“My approach to providing care as a psychiatric nurse practitioner is grounded in holistic, patient-centered, and evidence-based practices.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Margeret Kiggundu

Margeret Kiggundu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Illinois


I am a dual-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner, providing whole-person care that recognizes the connection between mental, emotional, and physical health. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and Women's Health, and I offer a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, supported, and empowered. Outside of my practice, I enjoy traveling, event decorating, and spending quality time with my family. I believe maintaining balance and personal fulfillment is an important part of overall well-being, and I bring that same perspective into the care I provide.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pharalyn Robinson

Pharalyn Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that healing and growth begin with courage - the courage to show up, be seen, and nurture the parts of yourself that are ready to bloom.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Akya Gossitt

Akya Gossitt

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I have a strong background working with youth in care and adolescents facing behavioral, emotional, and environmental stressors.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Gwendolyn Baggett

Gwendolyn Baggett

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create a warm, supportive, and judgment-free environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Val Rosenberg

Dr. Val Rosenberg

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


If you’ve been feeling anxious, down, overwhelmed by stress, or stuck in a hard transition, you’re not alone. I work with people 16 and up who want support around anxiety, depression, life stressors, and eating disorders. My goal is to help you feel understood while we work toward steady, meaningful change together.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nechola Hodge

Nechola Hodge

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is supportive but direct, offering both empathy and honest feedback to help clients move forward.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sherilynn Asuoha

Dr. Sherilynn Asuoha

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe every human deserves to live their best life. I have more than 20 years of experience in clinical and educational leadership.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Stephanie Flier

Stephanie Flier

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe therapy should feel like a supportive, real conversation where you do not have to filter yourself or have everything perfectly figured out.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kenneth Vick

Kenneth Vick

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lana Copeland

Lana Copeland

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I strongly value creating safety within the therapeutic relationship, as I believe that the relationship between therapist and client is the most important tool in therapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kelly Alexander

Kelly Alexander

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe therapy should be a safe and supportive space where you feel heard, empowered and where growth should occur.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tierra Aikens

Tierra Aikens

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Building a trusting therapeutic relationship is very important to me, because healing and growth happen best when you feel safe, heard, and supported.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nada Shalash

Nada Shalash

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is not only to help you understand yourself better, but to make sustainable changes that allow you to live a life aligned with your purpose.”
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma, Women's issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Karina Breezer

Karina Breezer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Palatine, IL


“Solution-focused, with no unnecessary fluff. I'm not here to have you rehash your whole life story every week — I'm here to help you actually move forward.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, OCD
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicholas Wissing

Nicholas Wissing

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello,

I'm Nick, and I'm delighted to extend a warm welcome to you. I'm committed to helping you find a path to better emotional well-being and personal growth.

Life can throw its curveballs, and it's natural to feel a bit lost at times. As a licensed therapist, my goal is to provide you with a safe space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. I believe in the potential for positive change that exists within all of us.

I don't have a physical office space at this time. I can see clients virtually, or I can come to your home or office.

Please reach out to me at (319) 481-8505 or [email protected] for any questions!

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jewel Kristine (Kristy) Hemmele

Jewel Kristine (Kristy) Hemmele

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My counseling style is warm and interactive. I use primarily solution focused techniques and my faith to help individuals, couples and families find help and feel empowered.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Brian Pelletier

Brian Pelletier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“I take a collaborative approach with each client whether you are processing your emotions through talk therapy or participating in exposure therapy...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Latesha Harris-Boyd

Latesha Harris-Boyd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


“My goal is to help folks increase tolerance for peace and calm. My goal is to reduce denial, increase self-awareness and aid you in being able to self-differentiate.”
Anxiety, Grief or loss, PTSD, Trauma, Women's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kara Jacob

Kara Jacob

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Swansea, IL


I have been working as a therapist since 2008. I am very client-focused, allowing each child/youth I work with to guide treatment. I encourage parents to be active in the treatment process. I try my best to make therapy never feel like "therapy".

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Barbara Laidlaw

Barbara Laidlaw

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Swansea, IL


“I'm a trauma-informed therapist with 13 years of experience, including 11 years supporting prison and parole populations as they rebuild safety, stability, and self-trust.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Leo Lavender

Dr. Leo Lavender

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Blue Island, IL


“My focus is on creating a positive life perspective by addressing negative responses to mental health functioning.”
Bipolar disorder, PTSD, Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Melissa Buckley

Melissa Buckley

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is warm, conversational, and real. I believe therapy should feel like a mix of a safe space and a strategy session—with a few laughs along the way.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Yolaine Benjamin

Yolaine Benjamin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I practice active listening to better understand each client's unique needs and offer a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where they can feel heard and valued.”
Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Maria Escobar

Dr. Maria Escobar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Gurnee, IL


Dr. Maria Escobar is a licensed clinical social worker and Doctor of Social Work dedicated to advancing equity, empowerment, and well-being in diverse communities. With over 10 years of experience in the field, Dr. Escobar specializes in clinical practice areas, e.g., trauma-informed care, family systems, or mental health advocacy.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Olga Watts-Smith

Olga Watts-Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Plainfield, IL


“My clinical approach emphasizes the development of a therapeutic alliance grounded in trust, safety, and collaboration.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Mustafa Moazam

Mustafa Moazam

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“I provide thoughtful, evidence-based psychiatric care with careful attention to each patient's concerns.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jensen Crenshaw

Jensen Crenshaw

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I show up to that complexity with warmth, curiosity, and a deep respect for each person's unique emotional world.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Micaela Chappelle

Micaela Chappelle

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master of Social Work that is passionate about supporting women and teens who have not felt like themselves or have not found their voice within due to trauma, depression, anxiety, family and relationship issues, and life stressors. I believe that healing begins in a space where you feel heard, understood, and genuinely supported. With nine years experience, my work focuses on helping you manage those concerns, as I have worked with multiple populations including those in child welfare, immigration, children, teens, and adults.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Matthew Meier

Matthew Meier

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Growth won't always be comfortable, but I strive to make the therapeutic relationship genuine and healing.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dominika Ventucci

Dominika Ventucci

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in working towards helping clients live their best lives as opposed to just avoid suffering by reducing symptoms.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Heather Stille

Heather Stille

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I support clients through a warm, attuned, and relationship‐centered approach. My intention is to be collaborative, helpful, and grounded in trust‐based, relational work. If you’re ready for a space where your story is honored, I'm here. It can be a struggle in how we connect, trust, and regulate our emotions throughout life which influences our levels of anxiety, depression, and overall ability to manage mood. I have worked with persons with disabilities, children, adults, and families to help find balance.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Karyn Warford

Karyn Warford

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I offer a safe space to explore new perspectives and tools so that we can find deeper healing and help you reconnect with what's most important to you and get you moving forward again.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ruslana Menasce

Ruslana Menasce

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that therapy works best when clients feel comfortable being themselves, while also feeling supported and challenged.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sally Wilkinson

Sally Wilkinson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi, my name is Sally Wilkinson, and I am an LCSW in the state of Illinois. One thing I would like my clients to know about me is that I strive to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are, without pressure or judgement. I believe therapy should feel both supportive and practical. In our work together we will explore what is going on in your life while also building tools to help you cope, grow, and move forward. I value honesty, collaboration, and meeting you at your pace. My goal is to help you feel understood while also empowering you to make meaningful changes in your life.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving Peoria, IL

Number of therapists serving Peoria, IL
There are over 2,411 therapists in Peoria, IL accepting new patients.
2,411+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 89%Stress management
  • 80%Relationship issues
  • 78%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 94%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • 90%Cigna
  • 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 68%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 7%Spanish
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%Urdu
  • 1%Polish
How they see their clients
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  • 88%Online only
  • 12%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 81%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 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
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 35%Family therapy
  • 25%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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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.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.