Deborah J. McKenna Counselors of Peoria

"I shared what I was experiencing with deborah 2 months before I raised the money and went to see her. It was a different experience than traditional therapy sessions. She took time to hear me and was very thoughtful & professional at the same time. I highly recommend her! If you feel like you are dealing with a mental health issue don't hesitate to call."

"I can not recommend her for EMDR therapy highly enough! I went in with the issue of my mom attempting suicide when I was about 5. I’m 41 and my whole life have felt not enough. I felt if I were, she wouldn’t have tried to kill herself. I sobbed whenever I thought or said this. During the session we discussed it and I had tears streaming the whole time. I went home and told my husband about it and took a deep breath since I knew tears would come. But they didn’t. I felt this warmth and peace and the topic is no longer emotionally upsetting. One session! Honestly, any time I get upset about anything I can say the words ‘I felt like I wasn’t enough’ and I feel like someone has put a warm blanket around me and I know I can as enough and am to this day. EMDR works and Dr McKenna is so skilled and has empathy and compassion for her patients. Can’t wait to return for more! I will never be able to adequately thank her for helping me!"

"I have known Deborah over 30 years. She has worked with me to quit smoking successfully more than 10 years ago now. She is wonderful at doing all she can so your time with her ends with a successful outcome."

"Mrs. McKenna was amazing. I totally have been smoke free for 2 1/2 weeks and continually staying smoke free!! My second visit was about eating healthier and that is helping as well!! I highly recommend this process!! Excellent services and a very friendly environment!!"

"Visited Deb for test anxiety. I found the hypnotherapy very helpful and I was able to pass my board certification exam! I’m glad I tried this!"