LGBTQ+ therapists in Peoria, IL
Browse LGBTQ+ therapists in Peoria, Illinois. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Serving LGBTQ+
Lauren Whitlow
Psychologist, PsyD
I believe therapy should feel like a place where you can show up exactly as you are. I work with folks navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, identity exploration, and relationship challenges. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs, drawing from evidence-based therapies to help you better understand yourself, develop practical coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready to invest in your well-being, I'm here to help you move forward with greater confidence and resilience.
1 Years Experience
Online in Peoria, IL (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Best Therapies, Inc.
Therapist
An inclusive group practice of Emotion Experts, Trauma-Informed Therapists, Gender Guides, and Sex-Positive Relationship Nerds, here to help.
7 Years Experience
Online in Peoria, IL
Serving LGBTQ+
Orli Firestein
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Are you struggling to connect with others or feel alone? Perhaps this leads to frustration or alienation. Or maybe you find yourself frequently putting others' needs above your own, to the point where you feel run-down and emotionally exhausted. You may be facing a major life change or decision, either for yourself or for your family. In these situations, it can be challenging to tap into your own thoughts or cope with overwhelming emotions. It can be hard to know where to start, but you don't have to do it on your own!
11 Years Experience
Online in Peoria, IL (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Dr. Ruth Viehoff
Psychologist, PsyD, HSPP
Hello, I'm Dr. Ruth Viehoff, and it's a pleasure to virtually meet you! My practice is geared towards gen Z and millennial clients who struggle with anxiety, worry, perfectionism, and ADHD. My clients are often college students, graduate students, or are early in their careers as high-powered professionals. I have experience working with physicians and other medical professionals, engineers, high-stress business professionals, and lawyers. Often my clients over-schedule, over-optimize, and feel like they are working so hard to keep things in order in their lives. To other people, it may appear that you have it all together, but they don't see your internal struggle, your sense of overwhelm, and your hope that you will finally get a grasp on things tomorrow. Often my clients rely on achievement and external forms of validation and praise to feel like they are doing enough. They struggle to internally approve of themselves and their efforts. In therapy, I help my clients to cultivate self-compassion, re-evaluate and replace unhealthy personal standards, and increase attention to their own internal wants, needs, and opinions. Therapy is an opportunity to cultivate your own internal sense of knowing and increase your sense of agency in your own life. Reach out to me today to book a free consultation call!
13 Years Experience
Online in Peoria, IL
Serving LGBTQ+
Kate Winderman
Psychologist, Ph.D., LP
From the outside, people might think you have it all together. But on the inside, it's a different story. Maybe you feel like your mind is a never ending loop of obsessive and anxious thoughts. Perhaps you feel completely stuck and a romantic relationship that is no longer serving you in its current state, and don't know how to fix it. Maybe you have noticed something isn't working well in your sex life, but feel too ashamed or embarrassed to know how to address it. Maybe you're a queer person, and need an affirming space to process your experience. Perhaps your history of trauma is holding you back from the life you want to live. Or maybe you just feel completely overwhelmed with all the responsibilities you carry, and just need a safe place to set down some of your mental load.
My hope is that if any of these resonate with you, you will reach out. Together, we can explore the issues that are currently bothering you by unpacking things at your own pace. Therapy with a non-judgmental, safe, and validating therapist can be a huge help in tackling life's difficulties. Your most authentic self is welcome here.
13 Years Experience
Online in Peoria, IL
Peoria is a central Illinois city historically associated with the phrase 'Will it play in Peoria?'—a cultural benchmark for mainstream American taste—and home to major Caterpillar Inc. operations—the company that has shaped the city's industrial identity and workforce for generations. The city has faced significant challenges from deindustrialization and population decline, and OSF HealthCare's large integrated health system—including behavioral health services—is one of the most significant mental health resources for central Illinois. Bradley University contributes a student population and some counseling capacity, and a private therapy sector serves the professional and healthcare community. Common therapy concerns include economic anxiety tied to Caterpillar's global business cycles, depression and anxiety in a community navigating population and economic decline, industrial workforce stress, and the mental health challenges of mid-size Midwestern cities working to reimagine their futures.
LGBTQ+ therapists in Peoria, IL Statistics
LGBTQ+ therapists in Peoria, IL average 15 years of experience and charge around $206 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (82%), Depression (67%), and Trauma and PTSD (61%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$206
Accept insurance
45%
Offer sliding scale
46%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
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| 45% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 82% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 67% | Depression |
| 61% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 55% | Stress |
| 54% | LGBTQ+ Issues |
| 50% | Loss or Grief |
| 48% | Self Esteem |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Senior |
| 41% | Teen |
| 19% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | LGBTQ+ |
| 85% | Women |
| 61% | Men |
| 40% | Black / African American |
| 40% | Military / Veterans |