Therapists in Peoria County, IL

Are you struggling with something or feel stuck and unable to get past it on your own? Do you feel alone in your struggle and wish someone could understand and help? Do you want to stop your unhealthy thought patterns or behaviors but don’t know where to begin? Are you caught in unhealthy cycles, stuck in trauma, having mental health or addiction struggles, or having issues with your family or relationships? We all go through things in our life, finding a supportive counselor can be a powerful way to get help in dealing with whatever issue it may be that's keeping you from the life and relationships you want. Don't wait, call now.
Are you struggling with something or feel stuck and unable to get past it on your own? Do you feel alone in your struggle and wish someone could understand and help? Do you want to stop your unhealthy thought patterns or behaviors but don’t know where to begin? Are you caught in unhealthy cycles, stuck in trauma, having mental health or addiction struggles, or having issues with your family or relationships? We all go through things in our life, finding a supportive counselor can be a powerful way to get help in dealing with whatever issue it may be that's keeping you from the life and relationships you want. Don't wait, call now.

Life is hard and we all can use a little help. That is why I chose this role in life and I can help you through any of your life struggles. Helping you recognize your own worth and strengths, and providing insight and tools can help you navigate anything that comes your way. I can also help you work through what you have already been through that just can't seem to subside or allow you to live your best life. I look forward to working with you and/or your family.
Life is hard and we all can use a little help. That is why I chose this role in life and I can help you through any of your life struggles. Helping you recognize your own worth and strengths, and providing insight and tools can help you navigate anything that comes your way. I can also help you work through what you have already been through that just can't seem to subside or allow you to live your best life. I look forward to working with you and/or your family.

A Proven Tradition of Excellence in Counseling and Wellness
A Proven Tradition of Excellence in Counseling and Wellness

I believe counseling is a collaborative process that's rooted in a supportive, therapeutic relationship. I focus on creating a sense of safety and trust that allows for exploration of vulnerabilities, recognition of strengths/weaknesses, and increasing insight into your patterns of thinking and behavior. I bring an individualized, eclectic approach that utilizes multiple theoretical orientations into my personal therapeutic style. My main goal is for you to feel like you're healing and growing as a person in all areas of life.
I believe counseling is a collaborative process that's rooted in a supportive, therapeutic relationship. I focus on creating a sense of safety and trust that allows for exploration of vulnerabilities, recognition of strengths/weaknesses, and increasing insight into your patterns of thinking and behavior. I bring an individualized, eclectic approach that utilizes multiple theoretical orientations into my personal therapeutic style. My main goal is for you to feel like you're healing and growing as a person in all areas of life.

Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.

With a strong interest in supporting both adolescents and adults, Holly has worked with clients facing a range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and chronic mental illness. Her therapeutic approach incorporates evidence-based practices, such as cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy, among others. Holly is committed to building meaningful therapeutic relationships with her clients, empowering them to achieve long-term success.
Holly has worked with clients of all ages. Her professional background includes crisis intervention, de-escalation, and mental health case management.
With a strong interest in supporting both adolescents and adults, Holly has worked with clients facing a range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and chronic mental illness. Her therapeutic approach incorporates evidence-based practices, such as cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy, among others. Holly is committed to building meaningful therapeutic relationships with her clients, empowering them to achieve long-term success.
Holly has worked with clients of all ages. Her professional background includes crisis intervention, de-escalation, and mental health case management.

I have been a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor since 2014 and have worked with many different types of clients. I understand that life Is full of challenges, and we all need a little help at times. I come from a broken home as an only child of divorce, with an alcoholic father who was absent most of my life. I had to fend for myself when I was in my teenage years. I understand drug abuse domestic violence/sexual assault, and other traumatic events. I have been there as well as those who come to me for help. I know what it is like to struggle, and it takes bravery to admit that you need a bit of help.
I have been a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor since 2014 and have worked with many different types of clients. I understand that life Is full of challenges, and we all need a little help at times. I come from a broken home as an only child of divorce, with an alcoholic father who was absent most of my life. I had to fend for myself when I was in my teenage years. I understand drug abuse domestic violence/sexual assault, and other traumatic events. I have been there as well as those who come to me for help. I know what it is like to struggle, and it takes bravery to admit that you need a bit of help.

Life can feel out of control at times, and it can be difficult to slow down and pay attention to ourselves or make desired changes. We might feel like we are trying to survive what life throws at us, rather than living to the fullest. Maybe we find that certain patterns in our lives are creating problems or old coping strategies aren't working anymore. Perhaps after years of avoiding our emotions, they have become too painful and overwhelm us. I strive to create a collaborative, safe, and non-judgmental space to explore what you are going through with compassion and curiosity.
Life can feel out of control at times, and it can be difficult to slow down and pay attention to ourselves or make desired changes. We might feel like we are trying to survive what life throws at us, rather than living to the fullest. Maybe we find that certain patterns in our lives are creating problems or old coping strategies aren't working anymore. Perhaps after years of avoiding our emotions, they have become too painful and overwhelm us. I strive to create a collaborative, safe, and non-judgmental space to explore what you are going through with compassion and curiosity.

"Surviving keeps you from living." Often times we are faced with a part of us that refuses to pause and work through those feelings or issues that can be causing discomfort. Instead, it tells us to press on and keep going. The idea that in order to function we must suppress our feelings or emotions tends to have longterm negative effects. If you are tired of just surviving, waking up and pushing through, then it is time for you to learn how to fully live in your truth.
"Surviving keeps you from living." Often times we are faced with a part of us that refuses to pause and work through those feelings or issues that can be causing discomfort. Instead, it tells us to press on and keep going. The idea that in order to function we must suppress our feelings or emotions tends to have longterm negative effects. If you are tired of just surviving, waking up and pushing through, then it is time for you to learn how to fully live in your truth.

Kelly McKenna
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAADC
4 Endorsed
Peoria, IL 61615
Not accepting new clients
Life is full of plot twists. It can be helpful to talk to someone outside of your family or friends to get a fresh perspective, new ideas, and objective feedback. Because no one has the same experiences, everyone has unique needs and challenges. Each person also has strengths and survival skills that have allowed him or her to get to this moment. Most people can't see their strengths and skills because they overlook, underestimate, or down play them.
Life is full of plot twists. It can be helpful to talk to someone outside of your family or friends to get a fresh perspective, new ideas, and objective feedback. Because no one has the same experiences, everyone has unique needs and challenges. Each person also has strengths and survival skills that have allowed him or her to get to this moment. Most people can't see their strengths and skills because they overlook, underestimate, or down play them.

We all want to be happy and feel hopeful about the future, but sometimes life's stressors can make it quite challenging. Therapy can help. I work with clients to teach them healthy coping and how to change their perspective. A new way of thinking can truly make a significant impact on how a person feels. I am trained in EMDR therapy, a powerful treatment for trauma and PTSD. I graduated from Bradley University with a master's degree in human development counseling and am currently pursuing a doctorate in psychology with a specialization in Trauma and Disaster Relief. I have over 10 years' experience providing therapy.
We all want to be happy and feel hopeful about the future, but sometimes life's stressors can make it quite challenging. Therapy can help. I work with clients to teach them healthy coping and how to change their perspective. A new way of thinking can truly make a significant impact on how a person feels. I am trained in EMDR therapy, a powerful treatment for trauma and PTSD. I graduated from Bradley University with a master's degree in human development counseling and am currently pursuing a doctorate in psychology with a specialization in Trauma and Disaster Relief. I have over 10 years' experience providing therapy.

Dr. Diana Schroer, LCPC, is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with over 20 years’ experience working with children and families. Diana has been working with children and families since 1993, specializing in areas related to emotional and behavioral development, sexual and physical abuse, trauma, attachment, depression, anxiety, and grief and loss. The theoretical orientation that best describes my beliefs, values, and worldview is integrative.
Dr. Diana Schroer, LCPC, is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with over 20 years’ experience working with children and families. Diana has been working with children and families since 1993, specializing in areas related to emotional and behavioral development, sexual and physical abuse, trauma, attachment, depression, anxiety, and grief and loss. The theoretical orientation that best describes my beliefs, values, and worldview is integrative.

My background is working with children and adolescents, as well as some work with adult women. I have worked with clients with a variety of mental health needs. I particularly enjoy helping children with emotional and behavioral regulation, helping teenagers gain insight about the kind of person they want to be and helping adult women manage the stressors of everyday life.
My background is working with children and adolescents, as well as some work with adult women. I have worked with clients with a variety of mental health needs. I particularly enjoy helping children with emotional and behavioral regulation, helping teenagers gain insight about the kind of person they want to be and helping adult women manage the stressors of everyday life.

Are you tired of trying to hold it all together? Have you turned to alcohol, drugs, gambling, porn, or unhealthy sexual behaviors to cope? Are you fighting more with your concerned partner or loved ones, blowing up in anger or simply avoiding conflict? Are consequences piling up in relationships, at home, work, or school? Or are you watching as this becomes the reality for a loved one, and you need support to heal? I am profoundly aware of the toll substances and addictive behaviors can take on individuals and families from my 7 yrs experience in addiction treatment. Therapy is a great place to start if you are looking for a change.
Are you tired of trying to hold it all together? Have you turned to alcohol, drugs, gambling, porn, or unhealthy sexual behaviors to cope? Are you fighting more with your concerned partner or loved ones, blowing up in anger or simply avoiding conflict? Are consequences piling up in relationships, at home, work, or school? Or are you watching as this becomes the reality for a loved one, and you need support to heal? I am profoundly aware of the toll substances and addictive behaviors can take on individuals and families from my 7 yrs experience in addiction treatment. Therapy is a great place to start if you are looking for a change.

Britain Dunaway is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with extensive experience in helping individuals and families navigate complex and challenging issues. He graduated with a Master’s in Counseling from Lincoln Christian University and has been dedicated to providing compassionate and effective therapy since 2008. Brit’s professional journey includes significant work with families and schools in the crisis department at Children’s Home, where he addressed issues such as suicide, depression, aggressive behaviors, cutting, inappropriate social media use, and school difficulties.
Britain Dunaway is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with extensive experience in helping individuals and families navigate complex and challenging issues. He graduated with a Master’s in Counseling from Lincoln Christian University and has been dedicated to providing compassionate and effective therapy since 2008. Brit’s professional journey includes significant work with families and schools in the crisis department at Children’s Home, where he addressed issues such as suicide, depression, aggressive behaviors, cutting, inappropriate social media use, and school difficulties.

Confusion, brain fog, betrayed, on guard, isolated, these are the words I hear most often as I work with survivors of betrayal and sexual trauma. If you're feeling this way, please call or email. You aren't crazy (I'm often asked this). These experiences are most often symptoms of trauma.
As a therapist, my first goal is to create a space which feels safe for you to explore your story. Whether you've gone through trauma, are a struggling couple, a first responder, or a new mom with postpartum struggles, I'm here to help. Lastly, if you've gone through church trauma and are deconstructing but desire to maintain faith, please call.
Confusion, brain fog, betrayed, on guard, isolated, these are the words I hear most often as I work with survivors of betrayal and sexual trauma. If you're feeling this way, please call or email. You aren't crazy (I'm often asked this). These experiences are most often symptoms of trauma.
As a therapist, my first goal is to create a space which feels safe for you to explore your story. Whether you've gone through trauma, are a struggling couple, a first responder, or a new mom with postpartum struggles, I'm here to help. Lastly, if you've gone through church trauma and are deconstructing but desire to maintain faith, please call.

I believe we all long for meaningful connections. My goal is to facilitate the discovery of meaning and connection within yourself and within your closest relationships. Trauma looks different to each individual, and I believe we do the best we can to cope using skills we have learned throughout our lives. Unfortunately, many of these skills no longer serve us in a healthy way in the present. Regardless of your past, or where you find yourself today, you deserve to be heard. I aim to create a safe, nonjudgmental space to process traumas and challenges, finding healing and peace amidst the chaos.
I believe we all long for meaningful connections. My goal is to facilitate the discovery of meaning and connection within yourself and within your closest relationships. Trauma looks different to each individual, and I believe we do the best we can to cope using skills we have learned throughout our lives. Unfortunately, many of these skills no longer serve us in a healthy way in the present. Regardless of your past, or where you find yourself today, you deserve to be heard. I aim to create a safe, nonjudgmental space to process traumas and challenges, finding healing and peace amidst the chaos.

Life is hard at times and can leave us feeling hurt, confused or even hopeless, but I do not believe that any situation is hopeless. As a therapist, and as a person, I believe in the healing process that can occur through having an unbiased person who is willing to sit and listen to our needs. My goal is to be that listening ear for you and help you learn how to explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviors, identify how to draw on your strengths to make positive changes and understand that you have the power to overcome any issue.
Life is hard at times and can leave us feeling hurt, confused or even hopeless, but I do not believe that any situation is hopeless. As a therapist, and as a person, I believe in the healing process that can occur through having an unbiased person who is willing to sit and listen to our needs. My goal is to be that listening ear for you and help you learn how to explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviors, identify how to draw on your strengths to make positive changes and understand that you have the power to overcome any issue.

Life does not always go how we think it should. It's often helpful to have the viewpoint of someone who is outside of our situation. I've got experience working with people who have been through traumatic events, both physical and emotional.
Life does not always go how we think it should. It's often helpful to have the viewpoint of someone who is outside of our situation. I've got experience working with people who have been through traumatic events, both physical and emotional.

Choosing a therapist is an incredibly personal decision. It has to feel right. Your relationship with me is the most important part of the therapeutic process. What you have experienced in your life, and now, provide a model to you of how you see the world, and how the world works for you. Therapy is a place where you get the incredible opportunity to either stay in your familiar comfort zone, or challenge and remodel parts of your mind that no longer serve you. I have a large respect for someone who pushes to heal themself, and seek growth. Self care is a powerful declaration!
Choosing a therapist is an incredibly personal decision. It has to feel right. Your relationship with me is the most important part of the therapeutic process. What you have experienced in your life, and now, provide a model to you of how you see the world, and how the world works for you. Therapy is a place where you get the incredible opportunity to either stay in your familiar comfort zone, or challenge and remodel parts of your mind that no longer serve you. I have a large respect for someone who pushes to heal themself, and seek growth. Self care is a powerful declaration!
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Number of Therapists in Peoria County, IL
200+
Average cost per session
$160
Therapists in Peoria County, IL who prioritize treating:
91% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
73% | Trauma and PTSD |
72% | Relationship Issues |
69% | Coping Skills |
68% | Stress |
65% | Self Esteem |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
94% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
69% | Aetna |
67% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Peoria County, IL see their clients
69% | In Person and Online | |
31% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
76% | Female | |
22% | Male | |
2% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Peoria County?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.