Therapists in 61704
Those things that hurt, instruct (Benjamin Franklin). It is often through pain and adversity that we experience growth and create change in our lives. My role is to provide support and guidance during this process. Deciding to seek therapy can be difficult. I provide a safe, comfortable environment in which to gain self awareness and work towards goals. I am continually inspired by my clients' insight, courage, strength, and capacity for change.
Those things that hurt, instruct (Benjamin Franklin). It is often through pain and adversity that we experience growth and create change in our lives. My role is to provide support and guidance during this process. Deciding to seek therapy can be difficult. I provide a safe, comfortable environment in which to gain self awareness and work towards goals. I am continually inspired by my clients' insight, courage, strength, and capacity for change.
My job as a therapist is to help when you feel overwhelmed, confused, or lost. This process frequently requires working through the impact of past experiences and/or thought patterns which keep you stuck. Therapy is a process of self-exploration and increasing self-awareness to realize the power you have to make changes in your life. My hope is that with our work together you find insight, confidence, and a more positive way of looking at your world.
My job as a therapist is to help when you feel overwhelmed, confused, or lost. This process frequently requires working through the impact of past experiences and/or thought patterns which keep you stuck. Therapy is a process of self-exploration and increasing self-awareness to realize the power you have to make changes in your life. My hope is that with our work together you find insight, confidence, and a more positive way of looking at your world.
I specialize in providing therapy services to adolescents and adults. My therapeutic approach is focused on building a strong foundation of trust and fostering open communication with my clients. I am a firm believer in the power of collaboration and teamwork, where we work together to recognize your strengths and integrate them into your daily life. I employ a range of personalized interventions that are tailored to each individual's specific treatment goals. Initial contact via email is preferred.
I specialize in providing therapy services to adolescents and adults. My therapeutic approach is focused on building a strong foundation of trust and fostering open communication with my clients. I am a firm believer in the power of collaboration and teamwork, where we work together to recognize your strengths and integrate them into your daily life. I employ a range of personalized interventions that are tailored to each individual's specific treatment goals. Initial contact via email is preferred.
Elissa Bailey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61704
Waitlist for new clients
So many times in life we feel like we are alone. Whether we are experiencing grief, depression, difficulties in our everyday lives or in our family situations, we wonder if there is anyone else who can possibly understand our circumstances. What we really need is someone to listen to us and not feel like we are being judged. My belief in counseling is that you are already strong and brave to take the step of seeking assistance in your needs and my role is to walk alongside you in the situations life has brought your way. In a judgment-free zone, you will be valued for who you are as you seek to understand you are not alone.
So many times in life we feel like we are alone. Whether we are experiencing grief, depression, difficulties in our everyday lives or in our family situations, we wonder if there is anyone else who can possibly understand our circumstances. What we really need is someone to listen to us and not feel like we are being judged. My belief in counseling is that you are already strong and brave to take the step of seeking assistance in your needs and my role is to walk alongside you in the situations life has brought your way. In a judgment-free zone, you will be valued for who you are as you seek to understand you are not alone.
Shyann
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NBCC
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61704
Waitlist for new clients
Whether you're seeking support for yourself or your child, I aim to provide an empathetic & empowering space where you can explore your feelings, overcome challenges, and discover your inner strengths. It would be a privilege to support you on your journey toward healing and personal growth.
Whether you're seeking support for yourself or your child, I aim to provide an empathetic & empowering space where you can explore your feelings, overcome challenges, and discover your inner strengths. It would be a privilege to support you on your journey toward healing and personal growth.
My ideal client is a teen or adult who identifies as neurodivergent—often autistic or living with ADHD—and is seeking support with anxiety, depression, executive functioning, or social connection. They may have spent years trying to fit in or mask, and now want to feel more authentic and confident. I also enjoy working with parents of neurodivergent children who want to strengthen their relationship with their child. These clients are looking for a therapist who will meet them with compassion and offer practical, affirming support. They want tools that help them grow, not just cope—in a safe, respectful space
My ideal client is a teen or adult who identifies as neurodivergent—often autistic or living with ADHD—and is seeking support with anxiety, depression, executive functioning, or social connection. They may have spent years trying to fit in or mask, and now want to feel more authentic and confident. I also enjoy working with parents of neurodivergent children who want to strengthen their relationship with their child. These clients are looking for a therapist who will meet them with compassion and offer practical, affirming support. They want tools that help them grow, not just cope—in a safe, respectful space
Stephanie Mann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61704
Waitlist for new clients
Life can feel overwhelming when past hurts, trauma, or relationship struggles keep you from feeling grounded and connected. I work with young adults (16 yrs and older) and adults who are ready to heal, find balance, and create healthier ways of communicating and managing emotions. My approach is collaborative and strength-based, helping you build resilience while working through anxiety, PTSD/complex trauma, family-of-origin wounds, attachment concerns, and other challenges. Together, we’ll find what feels right for you in a safe, supportive space.
Life can feel overwhelming when past hurts, trauma, or relationship struggles keep you from feeling grounded and connected. I work with young adults (16 yrs and older) and adults who are ready to heal, find balance, and create healthier ways of communicating and managing emotions. My approach is collaborative and strength-based, helping you build resilience while working through anxiety, PTSD/complex trauma, family-of-origin wounds, attachment concerns, and other challenges. Together, we’ll find what feels right for you in a safe, supportive space.
Deanne Bajaj
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CADC
Bloomington, IL 61704
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel like life is just too hard? Are you looking for a safe, nonjudgmental space to share? I would love to help you! I believe in meeting people where they are at and working with them to take small steps or huge leaps in the directions they’d like to go! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have worked with individuals with a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, OCD, low self-esteem, relationship issues, addictions, chronic medical conditions, and financial difficulties. I love helping people, and I feel it is a gift to journey through triumphs and challenges with the individuals I counsel!
Do you feel like life is just too hard? Are you looking for a safe, nonjudgmental space to share? I would love to help you! I believe in meeting people where they are at and working with them to take small steps or huge leaps in the directions they’d like to go! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have worked with individuals with a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, OCD, low self-esteem, relationship issues, addictions, chronic medical conditions, and financial difficulties. I love helping people, and I feel it is a gift to journey through triumphs and challenges with the individuals I counsel!
Jennifer Walbridge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61704
Waitlist for new clients
I work with children, adolescents, adults and families. I utilize a variety of therapeutic interventions in an individually tailored way to address issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, attachment, PTSD and complex trauma. I will work with you to create a clear plan for goals we will address in therapy and the strategies that will help you achieve those goals. I believe in a high degree of transparency and accountability in the therapy process; I take a collaborative approach strives to ensure you will always understand the what, why, and how of our therapeutic journey together.
I work with children, adolescents, adults and families. I utilize a variety of therapeutic interventions in an individually tailored way to address issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, attachment, PTSD and complex trauma. I will work with you to create a clear plan for goals we will address in therapy and the strategies that will help you achieve those goals. I believe in a high degree of transparency and accountability in the therapy process; I take a collaborative approach strives to ensure you will always understand the what, why, and how of our therapeutic journey together.
I want to create a warm, accepting & empowering environment in which you feel understood and comfortable exploring ways to create positive lifestyle change that improves overall well-being. Everyone faces challenges and difficult times in their life. Whether it be past/childhood trauma(s), PTSD, anxiety, depression, difficulties in marriage/partnership, weight loss, or dealing with a chronic condition(s), you have someone in your corner ready to support and help you navigate the troubled waters. I truly believe in the gift that is being human and would be honored to walk with you on your journey.
I want to create a warm, accepting & empowering environment in which you feel understood and comfortable exploring ways to create positive lifestyle change that improves overall well-being. Everyone faces challenges and difficult times in their life. Whether it be past/childhood trauma(s), PTSD, anxiety, depression, difficulties in marriage/partnership, weight loss, or dealing with a chronic condition(s), you have someone in your corner ready to support and help you navigate the troubled waters. I truly believe in the gift that is being human and would be honored to walk with you on your journey.
Jessica Stutz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61704
Waitlist for new clients
Helping adults and young people navigate challenges, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, and social skills deficits, is a big task! I strive, through therapeutic interventions grounded in empathy and evidence-based practices, to create a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their feelings, gain insights, and develop effective coping strategies. I believe in the power of collaboration and understanding, and I am committed to working together with you to achieve your goals and enhance your overall well-being.
Helping adults and young people navigate challenges, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, and social skills deficits, is a big task! I strive, through therapeutic interventions grounded in empathy and evidence-based practices, to create a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their feelings, gain insights, and develop effective coping strategies. I believe in the power of collaboration and understanding, and I am committed to working together with you to achieve your goals and enhance your overall well-being.
Tara Valentine
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61704
Waitlist for new clients
I want to start by saying I’m proud of you. It takes a lot of bravery to seek help. It may not feel that way, and your brain may be saying “yeah, but.....”. However, you cannot have bravery without being afraid. I enjoy working with clients from ages 8 and up. I am affirming of LGBTQIA+ identities. I am experienced in working with: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, gender identity, grief, adjustment disorders, trauma, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, domestic abuse, and communication concerns. As a therapist, I can help you find routes to success, to growth, to healing. It’s okay to feel lost. You aren’t alone.
I want to start by saying I’m proud of you. It takes a lot of bravery to seek help. It may not feel that way, and your brain may be saying “yeah, but.....”. However, you cannot have bravery without being afraid. I enjoy working with clients from ages 8 and up. I am affirming of LGBTQIA+ identities. I am experienced in working with: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, gender identity, grief, adjustment disorders, trauma, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, domestic abuse, and communication concerns. As a therapist, I can help you find routes to success, to growth, to healing. It’s okay to feel lost. You aren’t alone.
Liz Fultz
Counselor, MA, LPCC, CCTP-II, NCC
2 Endorsed
Bloomington, IL 61704
Waitlist for new clients
Contrary to what many people believe, not all adversity is bad. Over coming challenges produces strength in character, improves competency and leads to joy. As a EMDR and Trauma Certified therapist, I also incorporate techniques informed by the Polyvagal Theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), Somatic Experiencing (SE) & Gabor Mate’s, Compassionate Inquiry Technique for a bottom up approach. However, my main goal is to remind you of what we all intuitively know - that healing can only happen within the context of emotionally safe relationships and when our bodies feel safe.
Contrary to what many people believe, not all adversity is bad. Over coming challenges produces strength in character, improves competency and leads to joy. As a EMDR and Trauma Certified therapist, I also incorporate techniques informed by the Polyvagal Theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), Somatic Experiencing (SE) & Gabor Mate’s, Compassionate Inquiry Technique for a bottom up approach. However, my main goal is to remind you of what we all intuitively know - that healing can only happen within the context of emotionally safe relationships and when our bodies feel safe.
I have experience working with clients who struggle with a variety of issues including those related to anxiety, depression, life changes, problems with peers, school, or family, or a history of trauma. I partner with each client to create a treatment plan that is based on their individual needs with evidence based interventions.
I have experience working with clients who struggle with a variety of issues including those related to anxiety, depression, life changes, problems with peers, school, or family, or a history of trauma. I partner with each client to create a treatment plan that is based on their individual needs with evidence based interventions.
Shannon Griffith
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
It is difficult enough to face the challenges of life without the added weight of depression, anxiety, feeling lost, and other mental health concerns. I am here to provide you with a nonjudgmental, genuine, and accepting space to explore topics that we often avoid. Whether you are seeking therapy for your relationships, past traumas, stress from expectations, or feeling overwhelmed with work or school, I want to help you find the best version of yourself. I can help you find better ways of coping, feeling better, and living authentically.
It is difficult enough to face the challenges of life without the added weight of depression, anxiety, feeling lost, and other mental health concerns. I am here to provide you with a nonjudgmental, genuine, and accepting space to explore topics that we often avoid. Whether you are seeking therapy for your relationships, past traumas, stress from expectations, or feeling overwhelmed with work or school, I want to help you find the best version of yourself. I can help you find better ways of coping, feeling better, and living authentically.
Out for Maternity Leave Until October 2025
Do you feel like you're stuck no matter how hard you try to move forward? Our brains can leave us feeling like we are at the mercy of our past. When disturbing or traumatizing events happen, those events can become locked in our nervous system as if we are frozen in time with all same uncomfortable feelings. People, situations, or events can subconsciously trigger those stuck memories leaving you feeling anxious, paranoid, irritable, depressed, or otherwise fearful without an obvious cause. Together we can heal your trauma and allow you to move on from your pain.
Out for Maternity Leave Until October 2025
Do you feel like you're stuck no matter how hard you try to move forward? Our brains can leave us feeling like we are at the mercy of our past. When disturbing or traumatizing events happen, those events can become locked in our nervous system as if we are frozen in time with all same uncomfortable feelings. People, situations, or events can subconsciously trigger those stuck memories leaving you feeling anxious, paranoid, irritable, depressed, or otherwise fearful without an obvious cause. Together we can heal your trauma and allow you to move on from your pain.
If you are reading this there is good chance you are considering therapy. I sincerely respect that and commend you! Taking the next step to make "the call" is a courageous and self-honoring act, one I want to encourage you to carry out. It would be my honor to work with you in a supportive, trusting, therapeutic relationship to, mutually, seek to better understand your struggles, collaboratively develop specific, attainable goals, and develop a sound strategy for reaching those goals, all in an environment that supports you. Working together I will strive to help you feel heard, accepted, understood, and hopeful.
If you are reading this there is good chance you are considering therapy. I sincerely respect that and commend you! Taking the next step to make "the call" is a courageous and self-honoring act, one I want to encourage you to carry out. It would be my honor to work with you in a supportive, trusting, therapeutic relationship to, mutually, seek to better understand your struggles, collaboratively develop specific, attainable goals, and develop a sound strategy for reaching those goals, all in an environment that supports you. Working together I will strive to help you feel heard, accepted, understood, and hopeful.
Not a single one of our lives has escaped pain, hurt, rejection, loss, or other traumatic events. It’s a part of the world we live in; a part we cannot evade. Each generation, the trauma becomes more complex, as it builds on the previous generation’s unresolved trauma. It presents itself as depression, anxiety, fatigue, sleeplessness, trouble concentrating, self-destructive behaviors (including addiction), physical illness, overwhelming guilt or shame, and the inability to form healthy relationships. But it doesn’t have to continue. You can loosen the hold that it has on your life. You can end the cycle of generational trauma.
Not a single one of our lives has escaped pain, hurt, rejection, loss, or other traumatic events. It’s a part of the world we live in; a part we cannot evade. Each generation, the trauma becomes more complex, as it builds on the previous generation’s unresolved trauma. It presents itself as depression, anxiety, fatigue, sleeplessness, trouble concentrating, self-destructive behaviors (including addiction), physical illness, overwhelming guilt or shame, and the inability to form healthy relationships. But it doesn’t have to continue. You can loosen the hold that it has on your life. You can end the cycle of generational trauma.
Whether you are navigating anxiety, stress from work or school, depression, men's issues, or any other thing keeping you down, I am prepared to help you through positive change. I firmly believe that everyone has the potential for change and may benefit from some guidance and support.
Whether you are navigating anxiety, stress from work or school, depression, men's issues, or any other thing keeping you down, I am prepared to help you through positive change. I firmly believe that everyone has the potential for change and may benefit from some guidance and support.
I enjoy working with clients of all ages and backgrounds to develop individualized treatment strategies and use measurement-based techniques to ensure that we are on the right track. I am a proud Christian, devoted husband, and loving father to four children. I am a licensed and board certified Clinical Psychologist with nearly 20 years of experience providing psychological assessment, treatment and consultation to Department of Defense and other U.S. Government personnel across the world. I am a proud Army veteran, who served 11 years on Active Duty, including deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan.
I enjoy working with clients of all ages and backgrounds to develop individualized treatment strategies and use measurement-based techniques to ensure that we are on the right track. I am a proud Christian, devoted husband, and loving father to four children. I am a licensed and board certified Clinical Psychologist with nearly 20 years of experience providing psychological assessment, treatment and consultation to Department of Defense and other U.S. Government personnel across the world. I am a proud Army veteran, who served 11 years on Active Duty, including deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan.
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Number of Therapists in 61704
100+
Average cost per session
$160
Therapists in 61704 who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 86% | Depression |
| 66% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 58% | Relationship Issues |
| 57% | Grief |
| 57% | Self Esteem |
| 53% | Stress |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 96% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
| 65% | Aetna |
| 46% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in 61704 see their clients
| 89% | In Person and Online | |
| 11% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 77% | Female | |
| 21% | Male | |
| 2% | Non-Binary |