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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 2,413 licensed providers ready to help with talk therapy and medication management, with many offering free consultations and availability within two weeks.

Paula Woods-Thomas

Paula Woods-Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I take a warm, collaborative, and practical approach to therapy, helping clients build skills they can use in everyday life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Constance Porter

Constance Porter

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I help clients better understand their thoughts and emotions while building practical tools for change.”
Anger management, Family issues, Relationship issues, Trauma
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cheryl Zaabel

Cheryl Zaabel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach is relational, insight-oriented, and compassionate, integrating psychodynamic, attachment-based, experiential, and family systems work to support deep and lasting change.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Stefanie Bailey

Stefanie Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“Building a strong sense of safety within the therapeutic relationship, and within yourself, are the first steps in finding relief from what you have been struggling with.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kelly Ambrose

Kelly Ambrose

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hello, and thank you for taking the time to read about my professional background.

I graduated with my bachelor's in social work in 2013 from MacMurray College in Jacksonville IL.

I furthered my education at the University of Illinois Urbana/Champaign School of Social Work and graduated with my Masters in SW in 2017.

I have gained 13 years of experience with the majority of those years spent in psychiatric facilities for children and adults.

I specialize in motivational interviewing, DBT, CBT, and a multitude of other treatment styles.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jaime Altman

Jaime Altman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am very laidback and am not the kind of therapist to ask, "And how does that make you feel?" I use real, everyday language along with humor...”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rotunda Gorman

Rotunda Gorman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am a licensed mental health therapist with 17+ years of experience specializing in substance use disorders, mental health, anxiety, depression, and co-occurring conditions.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Chad Drake

Dr. Chad Drake

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


I personally know what it is like to struggle with anxiety and despair. I also know what it is like to go to therapy and to get little benefit from it. Many years ago, my emotional life changed dramatically when I stumbled onto resources that addressed my actual needs, and subsequently I devoted myself to a career promoting better mental health practices than I was taught when I was young.

Simply put, I teach people six interrelated psychological skills that you can use to transform your life. If all you want to do is explore the past, I'm not your best option - I focus on the past only enough to get us moving toward the future you want. I love to help people develop psychological superpowers that they can use to get the life they always hoped for, starting from where they are now and moving forward into a future they find worthwhile.

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD, Stress management
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Edward Pagella

Edward Pagella

Therapist

Virtual • Plainfield, IL


“I am a very motivating type of counselor who is solution focused. I am very open minded and affirming.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jeffery Grumley

Jeffery Grumley

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I use thoughtful questions and attentive listening to understand the needs and strengths underlying each identified challenge.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shawntrell Moore

Shawntrell Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach to therapy is eclectic, individualized, and warm. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused therapy, Existential therapy, Gestalt, Emotionally Focused therapy,...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ashia Harvest

Ashia Harvest

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I’m A. Harvest, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Case Manager (CCM) with 21 years of experience in social work and behavioral health. My background spans outpatient mental health, integrated primary care, medical social work, rehabilitation, hospice, telehealth, group therapy, and leadership — much of it within the Veterans Health Administration, where I've had the privilege of serving veterans, military families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.

As a wife, mother, caregiver, and healthcare professional myself, I understand what it feels like to carry multiple roles while trying to show up for everyone - including yourself. I bring both professional expertise and personal insight to my work, and I believe that combination matters. You'll find me warm, authentic, and genuinely invested in your well-being. I strive to create a space where you feel truly heard, respected, and never judged.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Resce

Elizabeth Resce

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Welcome! I’m glad you’re here.

I am a licensed therapist in Illinois with over 13 years of experience helping individuals navigate life’s challenges. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by stress or anxiety, struggling with relationship or family concerns, adjusting to a major life transition, or experiencing depression, you don’t have to face it alone.

I believe therapy is most effective when you feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported. My goal is to create a warm, compassionate, and judgment-free space where you can openly explore your thoughts and emotions, gain new perspectives, and develop practical strategies to move forward with confidence.

Reaching out for support is a meaningful first step, and it takes courage to begin. Whatever brings you to therapy, I look forward to meeting you where you are and partnering with you on your journey toward healing, growth, and lasting positive change.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Edie Sue Sutker

Edie Sue Sutker

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am known for my empathic approach and my skill for "meeting clients where they are" and helping them to achieve their goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sara Figueroa

Sara Figueroa

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My focal point is ALWAYS meeting my clients where they are at in life and not where I would like them to be as this is their journey, not mine.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shaun Mulcrone

Shaun Mulcrone

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that therapy is a place where people can better learn ways to handle life's stressors, learn about themselves and making changes people want to see in themselves.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Eve Brownstone

Eve Brownstone

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chicago, IL


You want more than symptom management. You're not just looking for coping strategies. You want to understand yourself. You want to grieve fully, not efficiently. You want a therapeutic relationship that can hold complexity, contradiction, and mystery. You want someone who won't rush you toward resolution before you're ready, and who trusts that you have within you what healing requires. You want to be seen, not diagnosed, not fixed, but genuinely witnessed.

I'm a licensed clinical professional counselor with over 25 years of experience, and grief is at the heart of my work. I understand grief not as a problem to be solved but as a profound human process, one that touches identity, relationship, body, and spirit all at once. I'm also a certified grief educator, which means I bring both clinical depth and real psychoeducational grounding to our work together.

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nathalie Altidor

Nathalie Altidor

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine partnership. My style is warm, collaborative, and direct...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Matthew Harings

Dr. Matthew Harings

Psychologist

Virtual • Chicago, IL


I am a licensed clinical psychologist and doctoral professor specializing in evidence-based psychotherapy for adolescents, college students, and young adults with ADHD, executive functioning difficulties, academic concerns, and co-occurring mood disorders. Drawing from advanced training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), executive functioning interventions, and experience in integrated healthcare and university settings, I provide tailored, individualized care that promotes psychological flexibility and being an agent of change in your life.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Amber Foreman

Amber Foreman

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, non-judgmental, and client-centered. I strive to create a space where you feel safe being honest about what you're experiencing while we work together to build tools that support real change in your daily...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Carbone

Christina Carbone

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I earned my clinical training and graduate education in mental health counseling and have experience working with individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and emotional dysregulation.”
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Julie Diaz

Julie Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I help clients develop practical coping skills they can use in daily life while also making space for the deeper work of understanding patterns, pain, and what they want next.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Gabriel Sarpong

Gabriel Sarpong

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My approach to counseling is relaxed, conversational, and deeply rooted in meeting you exactly where you are on your path.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
LaToya Edwards

LaToya Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I bring more than 30 years of leadership and advocacy experience across healthcare, military, and social service settings, including my own background as a retired U.S. Air Force veteran, into every session.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Oana Demian

Oana Demian

Psychologist

Virtual • Illinois


“My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, supported, and free to be yourself without judgment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brian Stella

Brian Stella

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


Hi, I'm Brian. I specialize in helping with men's issues, anxiety, depression and relationships. I have experience working with individuals within the LGBTIQA+ community, Military/Veterans, and those who follow non-secular spiritual paths.

Life is a journey with many unexpected setbacks, life challenges and experiences. I am here to help you manage your journey. My practice is dedicated to providing quality mental health care to help people achieve goals or master skills aimed toward improving their quality of life. I've been practicing for 22 years.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lisa Smith

Lisa Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“With over 20 years of experience, I blend evidence-based approaches like CBT with a warm, collaborative style that helps you feel heard and supported.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathryn Coe

Kathryn Coe

Psychologist

Virtual • Lake Villa, IL


Great to meet you! I've been helping people sleep better since 2002. I'm a Licensed Psychologist (IL) and a Registered Sleep Technologist (RPSGT), specializing in therapy for insomnia and circadian rhythm disorders.

Most of my clients have struggled with chronic or acute insomnia and feel stuck in the cycle — they've tried all the usual tips and tricks, but nothing seems to work. I take a thorough approach because easy fixes rarely solve sleep problems. I start by understanding everything that may be affecting your sleep, then build a plan around you — not a one-size-fits-all formula.

Anxiety, Relationship issues, Sleep disorder, Stress management
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amy Bareiter

Amy Bareiter

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My counseling style is one of compassion and respect. I believe it is important to build a rapport with my clients...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sherri Swansey

Sherri Swansey

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe that meaningful growth happens within a trusting, collaborative relationship, and I'm committed to walking alongside my clients as they navigate their journey toward healing and personal transformation.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Amy Oomens-Lozano

Amy Oomens-Lozano

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


I am a social worker and grief counselor, with over 6 years experience working with bereaved clients. I am also a director of mental health education for a grief focused non-profit, creating programs that educate on grief & loss awareness. While grief is my main focus, I hold a special place in my heart for all life transitions, including job/career changes, spiritual adjustments/abuse, and relationship losses.

Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 8 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.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Energetic, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jennifer Murphy

Jennifer Murphy

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel comfortable being themselves and working toward meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Adele Duba-Nagel

Adele Duba-Nagel

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I take a person-centered approach when working with my clients. This means that our work is collaborative and based on your goals...”
Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Substance use / addiction, Women's issues
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kellie Branch-Dircks

Kellie Branch-Dircks

Therapist

Virtual • Hopewell, IL


With over 25 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating grief and loss, life transitions, chronic illness, trauma (including first responders), aging-related concerns, and members of the agricultural and farming communities.

I provide telehealth services across multiple states, I’m here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dionne Gerfen

Dionne Gerfen

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I am here to help you grow into your full potential through compassionate care so you can understand yourself and the world around you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Cheryl Joseph-Lukz

Cheryl Joseph-Lukz

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I value a therapeutic relationship built on mutual trust, warmth, and respect, and I believe in educating you so you can take an active role in your mental health and relational well-being.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Danielle McNear

Danielle McNear

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“I believe therapy works best when it feels collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your unique experiences.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Diala Abughosh

Diala Abughosh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tinley Park, IL


“My clinical home is trauma. Most of my clients are working through something that happened to them — or a long pattern of things — and looking for a way to stop carrying it the way they're carrying it.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rebecca Luellen

Rebecca Luellen

Therapist

Virtual • Illinois


“My style is collaborative, supportive, and focused on helping you feel safe, understood, and empowered throughout the process.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 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
  • 89%Cigna
  • 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 76%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • 67%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 8%Spanish
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%Urdu
  • 1%Polish
How they see their clients
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  • 87%Online only
  • 13%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
  • 16%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.