Leslie Perera

Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, CSAT-C, EMDR, ERCEM

Leslie Perera

Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, CSAT-C, EMDR, ERCEM

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7625 N. University Street, Suite B1, Peoria, IL 61614

(309) 245-3869

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Has an over or under reaction to a situation at home/work caused problems? Is your temper scaring you? Struggling to sleep, having disturbing dreams, reliving memories because the toll of being around death and dying has caught up with? Maybe you are secretly medicating, escaping, or coping with substances or self-destructive behavior? Has your inner circle shrank due to fear of judgment and being ostracized if you divulge what is really going on with you? Feel helpless as you are watching the erosion of (professional or personal) relationships? I can relate and know how to help you! Call me now! I have immediate availability.

As a former law enforcement officer and healthcare professional, I have been where are you! My unique perspective allows me to understand what you need, articulate your problems, find yourself along the path of healing & get back to normal. Whether depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, or relationship difficulties, I can help you get back to your old self!

Seeking help takes tremendous courage, and I honor that by creating a space to disclose your overwhelming experiences, explore where you would like to be, and develop a road map of how to get there—to meaningful personal growth. I will empower you to reconnect with your inner strength/self and build healthier, more fulfilling life patterns. I can help.

Call or Email Leslie Perera now for a free 15 minute consultation - (309) 245-3869

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Life Balance Counseling Peoria

7625 N. University Street

Suite B1

Peoria, IL 61614 map

(309) 245-3869

I specialize in Veterans Issues, Marital and Premarital and Trauma and PTSD

$160 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see couples and families

Let's Connect (309) 245-3869

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Life Balance Counseling Peoria

7625 N. University Street

Suite B1

Peoria, IL 61614 map

(309) 245-3869

I specialize in Veterans Issues, Marital and Premarital and Trauma and PTSD

$160 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see couples and families

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $160
Couple Sessions $160

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
Anthem
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
BlueCross and BlueShield
Cigna and Evernorth

Leslie Perera

Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, CSAT-C, EMDR, ERCEM

Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (309) 245-3869

Leslie Perera

Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, CSAT-C, EMDR, ERCEM

Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (309) 245-3869

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 208001196 Leslie Perera

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 2 years

Attended National University , Master's in Marriage & Family Therapy, Graduated 2023

Additional Credentials

Certificate from Certified Sex Addiction Therapist-Candidate n/a / 2025

Leslie Perera

Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, CSAT-C, EMDR, ERCEM

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (309) 245-3869

Leslie Perera

Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, CSAT-C, EMDR, ERCEM

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (309) 245-3869

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Veterans Issues
Marital and Premarital
Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

Addiction
Anger Management
Anxiety
Behavioral Issues
Coping Skills
Depression
Divorce
Drug Abuse
Family Conflict
Gambling
Infidelity
Men's Issues
Parenting
Sexual Addiction
Sleep or Insomnia
Stress
Substance Use
Suicidal Ideation
Veterans

Leslie Perera

Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, CSAT-C, EMDR, ERCEM

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (309) 245-3869

Leslie Perera

Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, CSAT-C, EMDR, ERCEM

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (309) 245-3869

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Aviation Professionals

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino ,

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Aviation Professionals

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino ,

Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
EMDR
Emotionally Focused
Family / Marital
Narrative
Relational
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Trauma Focused

Leslie Perera

Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, CSAT-C, EMDR, ERCEM

Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (309) 245-3869

Leslie Perera

Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, CSAT-C, EMDR, ERCEM

Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (309) 245-3869

Groups

Help.Her.Heal Empathy Building WorkGroup

Hosted by

Leslie Perera

Based on the popular work by Carol Juergenson Sheets. This is a Group for Men whose sexual betrayal has devastated their spouses and who desire to begin to learn how to rebuild trust, express empathy, & increase open authentic sharing leading to intimacy. Testimonials: “This class changed my perspective from ‘Why is she attacking me?’ to ‘How can I help her in this pain?” ”Until this class, I never had empathy modeled, or received any training on how to be empathetic. The skills I am learning to consistently practice, have began to transform my relationship with my wife after my betrayal."

Expertise

Infidelity

Sexual Addiction

Trauma and PTSD

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$50

Group Meets

Every Tue 4 P.M. - 5:30 P.M.

Location

Life Balance Counseling Peoria

7625 North University Street

Suite B1

Peoria, IL 61614

Email Leslie Perera about this group or call - (309) 245-3869

Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOA)

Hosted by

Leslie Perera

Our ACoA (Adult Children of Alcoholics) therapy group offers a safe, supportive environment for adults who grew up in alcoholic or otherwise dysfunctional homes to identify and heal from childhood trauma and the lasting effects of that upbringing, such as low self-esteem, difficulty with boundaries, and unhealthy relationship patterns. Members develop healthy coping mechanisms, express emotions constructively, and learn to provide for their own emotional needs, ultimately fostering a sense of wholeness and enabling them to live more fulfilling lives

Expertise

Addiction

Peer Relationships

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Age

Adults

Session Cost

$40

Group Meets

Every Fri

Location

Life Balance Counseling Peoria

7625 North University Street

Suite B1

Peoria, IL 61614

Email Leslie Perera about this group or call - (309) 245-3869

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Life Balance Counseling Peoria

7625 N. University Street

Suite B1

Peoria, IL 61614

(309) 245-3869

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Leslie Perera

Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, CSAT-C, EMDR, ERCEM

Call for a free consultation now - (309) 245-3869

Leslie Perera

Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, CSAT-C, EMDR, ERCEM

Call for a free consultation now - (309) 245-3869

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Leslie Perera

Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT, CSAT-C, EMDR, ERCEM

My Practice at a Glance

My Practice at a Glance

Finances

Fees

Payment Methods

Insurance

Qualifications

Education and Years In Practice

Additional Credentials

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Expertise

Client Focus

Age

Participants

Communities

Ethnicity

Age

Participants

Communities

Ethnicity

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Groups

Help.Her.Heal Empathy Building WorkGroup

Expertise

Types of Therapy

Age

Session Cost

Group Meets

Location

Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOA)

Expertise

Types of Therapy

Age

Session Cost

Group Meets

Location

Location

Primary Location

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Cities

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