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Best Therapists And Counselors in Peoria, IL (2026)

75 therapists and counselors ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Peoria: Resolutions Unlimited in Peoria IL - Individual, Family, and Marriage Counseling, RP Score 77/100; 4.2★ from 11 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.

  2. 5

    Most-reviewed: LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Peoria, 171 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 75 ranked; ranked #5.

Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

75 Peoria therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 15 open Saturdays and 9 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.1★ across 75 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Peoria at a glance

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Peoria at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Resolutions Unlimited in Peoria IL - Individual, Family, and Marriage Counseling774.2★ (11)PeoriaSat · Sun · EveningsOverall
2Trillium Place Crisis Center752.5★ (19)PeoriaSat · Sun · Evenings—
3Human Service Center Of Peoria752.4★ (14)PeoriaSat · Sun · Evenings—
4Phoenix Wellness, PLLC734.0★ (8)Peoria——
5LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Peoria734.6★ (171)PeoriaEveningsMost reviews
6Michelle Baker, L.C.P.C.734.8★ (4)Peoria——
7Glen Manor Counseling, Ltd733.5★ (8)Peoria——
8Oak Vista Counseling - Robert Beach III, LCPC735.0★ (3)Peoria——
9Campbell Family Counseling734.0★ (4)Peoria——
10Evergreen Coaching & Counseling723.7★ (3)Peoria——

The 75 best therapists and counselors in Peoria, ranked

Ordered by RP Score, a 0–100 score from eight published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

  1. 77/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.2★ from 11 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    456 Fulton St Ste 126, Peoria, IL 61602
  2. Based in Peoria

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Address
    7820 N University St Ste 204, Peoria, IL 61614
  3. 73/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.6★ from 171 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 171 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–6:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5901 N Prospect Rd Ste 202, Peoria, IL 61614
  4. Based in Peoria

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2000 W Pioneer Pkwy #3, Peoria, IL 61615
  5. 70/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.3★ from 4 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.3★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3020 W Willow Knolls Dr #2, Peoria, IL 61614
  6. Based in Peoria

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.7★ from 18 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5015 West American Prairie Drive, Peoria, IL 61615
  7. Based in Peoria

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.6★ from 18 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 18 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1431 Lourdes Rd, Metamora, IL 61548
  8. Based in Peoria

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 2.6★ from 45 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 2.6★ from 45 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3223 W Richwoods Blvd, Peoria, IL 61604
  9. Based in Peoria

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.4★ from 28 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.4★ from 28 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 12 PM–5 PM · Tue–Thu 3 PM–7 PM · Fri 11 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4507 N Sterling Ave #203, Peoria, IL 61615
  10. Based in Peoria

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 3.4★ from 14 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.4★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3020 W Willow Knolls Dr #2, Peoria, IL 61614
  11. Based in Peoria

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–6:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5901 N Prospect Rd suite 201a, Peoria, IL 61614
  12. #21 EP!C

    Based in Peoria

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 3.6★ from 27 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.6★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1913 W Townline Rd, Peoria, IL 61615
  13. Based in Peoria

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.6★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–6:30 PM · Wed 9 AM–5 PM · Thu–Fri 8 AM–6:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5901 N Prospect Rd suite 201a, Peoria, IL 61614
  14. Based in Peoria

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 3.9★ from 14 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.9★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    7210 N Villa Lake Dr Ste C, Peoria, IL 61614
  15. Based in Peoria

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.0★ from 8 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–11 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    456 Fulton St #200, Peoria, IL 61602

Therapists and counselors ranked #26 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in RP Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 75 ranked therapists and counselors here; the rest are on their profiles.

therapists and counselors in Peoria, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Lisa M. Schwab, LCPC673.9★ (7)3 mi
27Life Balance Counseling Peoria, PLLC673.4★ (5)In Peoria
28Claire Leech, Counselor674.2★ (5)In Peoria
29Pathway Counseling674.8★ (6)In Peoria
30Ashley Felt, Counselor675.0★ (3)In Peoria
31Tri -County Peoria Urban League673.9★ (8)In Peoria
32Healing Hearts Counseling674.0★ (8)In Peoria
33Whole Life Solutions, LLC674.3★ (39)3 mi
34Momentum LRC | Life & Relationship Coaching-Consulting675.0★ (16)3 mi
35Trillium Place East Peoria673.5★ (15)1 mi
36Frandy Raso, LCSW674.0★ (4)In Peoria
37Mark Craig Counseling673.7★ (3)In Peoria
38University of Illinois Psychiatry and Psychology Outpatient Clinic672.9★ (9)In Peoria
39Christian Psychological Associates, John R Day and Associates, LTD672.5★ (25)In Peoria
40EverTrue Lutheran Hillside Village664.5★ (66)In Peoria
41OSF Saint Francis - Behavioral & Mental Health662.8★ (23)In Peoria
42Heartland Behavioral Health662.9★ (13)In Peoria
43Trillium Place on Jefferson661.8★ (12)In Peoria
44Bess Practice LLC654.2★ (5)3 mi
45Balanced LLC653.9★ (25)8 mi
46LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Pekin644.7★ (144)9 mi
47Illini Family Counseling @ The Counseling Place645.0★ (3)8 mi
48Trinity Wellness and Education645.0★ (34)In Peoria
49The Antioch Group, Inc.633.4★ (34)In Peoria
50PPSV Charities625.0★ (12)13 mi

Also serving Peoria

20 more therapists and counselors within 15 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked therapists and counselors serving Peoria
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Alpharus Health3.6★ (11)In Peoria
Amanda Crusen, LCSW4.0★ (2)In Peoria
Bernice Young, LPC4.5★ (2)In Peoria
Carle Health Addiction Recovery Center - Proctor Campus3.9★ (22)In Peoria
Diana Schroer, Ph.D. LCPC3.0★ (2)In Peoria
Dr. Andrew J. Heritch, MD3.7★ (6)In Peoria
Dr. Baljit Singh, MD3.6★ (23)In Peoria
Dr. Hannah Morrissey3.0★ (8)In Peoria
Dr. Narayana A. Reddy, MD3.0★ (2)In Peoria
Eckert & Associates2.6★ (8)In Peoria
Elliott Counseling Services LLC5.0★ (2)In Peoria
Iades3.9★ (17)In Peoria
Jonathan Mooney5.0★ (4)In Peoria
OSF Medical Group - Psychiatry & Psychology2.6★ (18)In Peoria
Phil Schertz Counseling5.0★ (2)In Peoria
Shauna L. Gatten, Ph.D.3.0★ (2)In Peoria
The Grove Counseling & Wellness5.0★ (2)In Peoria
Theresa M. Regan, PhD3.1★ (9)In Peoria
Trillium Place on Hamilton3.2★ (11)In Peoria
Trillium Place on Rochelle4.9★ (8)In Peoria

How we ranked Peoria therapists and counselors

We scored 75 Peoria therapists and counselors on eight factors, weighted as shown. A practice is ranked when its specialty is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RP Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Peoria data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Review volume5%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the listMeasured
Recency5%Share of Google reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availabilityMeasured
Specialty focus25%How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity15%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured

How to choose a therapist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure they regularly work with clients who have your concern, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Check which license they hold (for example LPC, LCSW, LMFT or RP) and look it up with the board or college that issued it.
  4. Ask about fees, insurance and the cancellation policy before the first session. In the US, if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you can ask for a good faith estimate of expected charges.
  5. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  6. After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.

Questions to ask a therapist

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How often do you work with concerns like mine?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • What do you charge per session, and do you take my insurance or provide a superbill?
  • Do you offer online sessions?
  • What is your cancellation policy?
  • What do you keep confidential, and when would you have to share information?

Terms explained

PhD / PsyD
Doctoral degrees in psychology. A PhD usually has a stronger research focus, a PsyD a stronger clinical focus; both can lead to a psychologist license.
Licensed psychologist
A person licensed by a state or provincial psychology board to practice psychology. The title is protected by law.
Psychological associate
In some states and provinces, a master’s-level practitioner licensed or registered by the psychology board, often with supervision requirements.
LPC / LMHC / LCPC
US licenses for professional or mental health counselors (the name differs by state). They provide counseling and therapy.
LCSW
Licensed clinical social worker: a master’s-level social worker licensed to provide therapy.
LMFT
Licensed marriage and family therapist: licensed to treat individuals, couples and families with a focus on relationships.
RP / RCC
Registered psychotherapist (Ontario) and registered clinical counsellor (British Columbia): Canadian titles for licensed therapy providers.
PSYPACT
An interstate agreement that lets psychologists licensed in a member state provide telepsychology to clients in other member states once they hold the required authorization.
Telehealth
Sessions held by secure video or phone instead of in person. The provider generally needs to be licensed where the client is located.
CBT
Cognitive behavioral therapy: a structured talk therapy that works on the links between thoughts, feelings and behavior.
DBT
Dialectical behavior therapy: a form of CBT that teaches skills for managing intense emotions and relationships.
ERP
Exposure and response prevention: a form of CBT used for OCD.

Therapists and counselors in Peoria: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Peoria?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Peoria, IL is Resolutions Unlimited in Peoria IL - Individual, Family, and Marriage Counseling with an RP Score of 77/100. It has 4.2★ from 11 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Trillium Place Crisis Center (#2) and Human Service Center Of Peoria (#3) follow. We ranked 75 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Peoria?

RankedPsychologists ranks 75 therapists and counselors serving Peoria, IL. 40 of them are based in Peoria; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 15 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

What should I do if I need help right now?

In crisis or thinking about suicide? Call or text 988 (US and Canada), any time. In an emergency, call 911. This site cannot help in an emergency.

Which therapists and counselors in Peoria work on weekends?

15 of 75 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 9 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Resolutions Unlimited in Peoria IL - Individual, Family, and Marriage Counseling (#1), Trillium Place Crisis Center (#2) and Human Service Center Of Peoria (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Peoria therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 75 rated therapists and counselors in Peoria is 4.1★, with a median of 9 reviews. LifeStance Therapists & Psychiatrists Peoria has the most, 171 reviews, and ranks #5. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank therapists and counselors?

Each therapist gets a 0–100 RP Score from eight published factors, led by reputation (25%), specialty focus (25%), proximity (15%) and availability (10%). A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only practices with a confirmed specialty and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do therapists and counselors outside Peoria count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Peoria city center, our service radius for therapists and counselors. Each listing shows where the practice is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 15% of the RP Score, so a nearby practice gets a small edge.

Can therapists and counselors pay to rank higher on RankedPsychologists?

No. The RP Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured practices may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.

How are therapists and counselors in Peoria ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on therapy and counseling and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

Is a licensed counselor the same as a psychologist?

No. Licensed professional counselors, clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists and, in Ontario, registered psychotherapists hold their own licenses and answer to their own boards or colleges. They provide talk therapy for many of the same concerns; formal psychological testing is usually done by a psychologist.

Can I see a therapist online?

Often, yes. Licensing generally follows where you are during the session, so the provider needs to be licensed or authorized there. In the US, psychologists in PSYPACT member states can offer telepsychology to clients in other member states; counselors and social workers have their own rules. In Canada, ask whether the provider is registered in your province.

What if I need help right now?

Do not wait for a consultation. Call or text 988 (US and Canada) if you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, at any time. In an emergency, call 911.

Update log for Peoria

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 75 therapists and counselors serving Peoria.