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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Peoria, IL

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Peoria, IL

Find trauma and PTSD support in Peoria with evidence-based therapies like EMDR, Prolonged Exposure, and Cognitive Processing Therapy. Headway connects you with 2,089 licensed providers experienced in trauma recovery, offering flexible virtual and in-person sessions to help address intrusive thoughts, nightmares, and emotional self-regulation.

Melissa DeFrenza-Israel

Melissa DeFrenza-Israel

Therapist

Virtual • Geneva, IL


“I believe that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and positive change when provided with the right support, encouragement, and environment.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Ozell Adams

Dr. Ozell Adams

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.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Energetic, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Aaron Chatman

Dr. Aaron Chatman

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Evergreen Park, IL


I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of clinical experience. I am passionate about helping others overcome the anxiety, depression, and trauma that impact their lives. I've worked in education, government, and hospital settings, and I am a former U.S. Marine. I bring depth, knowledge and experience to each session and use them to help promote and support healing for my clients.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Phyllis Tolley

Dr. Phyllis Tolley

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am passionate about integrating cognitive-behavioral techniques with mind-body practices to treat the whole person, not just symptoms.”
PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shelly Sella Sachs

Shelly Sella Sachs

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that the very most important approach to therapy is that I activley listen to you and help you feel safe with me.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Brittany Warren

Brittany Warren

Therapist

Virtual • New Haven, IL


“With each client session I like to give client the opportunity to share their lived experiences and reflect on their struggles while providing them specific tools and strategies to improve their overall well-being and quality of life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Janine Watters

Dr. Janine Watters

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Orland Park, IL


“My mission is to empower you with the education and support necessary to navigate your mental health journey.”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Candace Chavers

Candace Chavers

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I aim to create a calm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients feel safe to explore their experiences and build insight, coping skills, and healthier boundaries.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ryan Shuda

Ryan Shuda

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As your therapist, I am going to meet you where you are. One day that may be me listening, being objective, challenging, supportive, empowering, and validating.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Challenging, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Joi Haynes

Joi Haynes

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and imposter syndrome, focusing on women of color, teens, and queer-identifying individuals.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rhonda Evans

Rhonda Evans

Therapist

Virtual • Nashville, IL


“I view counseling as a collaborative process and I am interested in walking alongside you through your journey to a better outcome.”
Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Buescher

Jessica Buescher

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I'm a licensed clinical counselor and art therapist who supports children, adults, and families through life's transitions.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Shana Mehta

Shana Mehta

Psychologist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“Dr. Mehta views therapy as a collaborative process. She works with her client to gain a deeper understanding of past struggles and tendencies, assist in managing current challenges, and develop achievable goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Daniel Ross

Daniel Ross

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Grayslake, IL


I am an LCSW, and have been since 2014, and a LMSW for 2 years prior to that. I have a masters degree in Clinical Social work and work with individuals, couples and families. I work with those with anxiety, depression, communication issues, and most issues that we are going through currently.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Emma Kunin

Emma Kunin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I provide a safe, collaborative, and non-judgmental space where you feel accepted, empowered, and supported.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Avi Levin

Avi Levin

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“It's within the potential space of the therapeutic experience that we can grow beyond our prior limitations.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Grace Hobson

Grace Hobson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe in honoring the uniqueness of each individual and their cultural background, and strive to create a safe and accepting space...”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Katharine McCormick

Katharine McCormick

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“You don't have to perform wellness for me. You don't have to pretend you're okay. You get to bring all of you—messy, magnificent, uncertain, sacred.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christian Payant

Christian Payant

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Everyone in their life faces conflict at some point, and I believe that when conflict is handled healthily it can foster meaningful change.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Identity issues, Men's issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Faduma Sheikh-Abdi

Faduma Sheikh-Abdi

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that emotions are a powerful tool for uncovering and addressing unresolved issues, and I encourage clients to embrace their feelings as a path to healing.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Minnella

Michael Minnella

Therapist

Virtual • Hometown, IL


“As a mental health counselor for more than two decades I have helped people through their dilemmas of trauma, depression, anxiety including ADHD, bipolar management, family relationships, and other life stressors.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kyle Cosentino

Kyle Cosentino

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As an experienced therapist who specializes in treating anxiety and low self-esteem, I believe that fear does not have to be a way of life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kevin Nielsen

Kevin Nielsen

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is somatic and process-oriented, integrating EMDR with a focus on awareness of the body and nervous system.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ana Vasquez Gomez

Ana Vasquez Gomez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“What makes my practice unique is the way I hold space for your full self—helping you see and embrace even the parts that feel difficult or shadowed, while discovering new and healthier ways of relating to yourself and others.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Erford

Michelle Erford

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I enjoy working with women through major life transitions, particularly during the perinatal period.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Felecia Howell

Felecia Howell

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Together, we will work toward change by acknowledging your strengths and creating a plan tailored to your specific needs.”
Trauma, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anita Mohanty-Barnes

Anita Mohanty-Barnes

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My role is to collaborate with you on creating treatment goals and developing interventions that focus on building on your strengths...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Nicholas Zajak

Nicholas Zajak

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is collaborative, insight-oriented, and grounded in the belief that increased understanding leads to greater agency, resilience, and long-term growth.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Calista Heath-Martinez

Dr. Calista Heath-Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“As a combat Air Force Veteran, I understand firsthand the challenges many face, and I am honored to support both veterans and civilians in navigating life's complexities.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mary Rodriguez

Mary Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe everyone has a story that needs to be heard and worked through so they can be the best version of themselves.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Misty Spencer

Misty Spencer

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I utilize primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy. My approach is supportive, strengths-based, and goal-oriented.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Cedric Bussie

Cedric Bussie

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I help people understand how their thoughts shape their feelings and actions and together we work on shifting those patterns to build healthier habits.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tristin Capelle

Tristin Capelle

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Together, we work to understand your current symptoms, interpersonal dynamics, and how these patterns affect your daily life.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Tanya Johnson

Tanya Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I utilize evidence-based tools such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Brief Solution-Focused Therapy (bSFT) to assist individuals in overcoming trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Leo Lyon

Leo Lyon

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I focus on collaboratively uncovering each person's inherent strengths and talents. I am passionate about helping clients craft new life stories...”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Felicia Wallace

Felicia Wallace

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear or judgement.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Katonia Goods

Katonia Goods

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe every day is a gift to improve ourselves and to have opportunity to live our lives to the fullest potential.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Iva Elliott

Iva Elliott

Therapist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and rooted in authenticity. I believe healing happens when people feel safe enough to explore who they are without shame or pressure to "perform."”
PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Irena Bartnick

Irena Bartnick

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My priority is to create a safe, compassionate environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Almira Mogul

Almira Mogul

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“If you are navigating the heavy fog of depression, the constant hum of anxiety, or the echoes of past trauma, please know that you don't have to carry it alone.”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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