Peru’s Circus City Festival celebrates the long-running association of the city with circus performers. Circuses can conjure images of carefree fun, but can also be overwhelming or even scary. You may try to be part of the crowd, but you still feel alone and removed.
If life feels like a circus (and not in the fun way), luckily, there are Peru-area mental health professionals that can provide you with the support that you need. If you are struggling with any emotional or mental health issues, consider reaching out to a nearby counselor today. They can help provide you with the confidential support that you need.

Susan King
Welcome! It takes more strength and courage to pursue change than it does to remain in an unhealthy pattern or situation. I can offer a warm, supportive, safe, confidential environment conducive to growth and change. I have a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology and am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in both Michigan and Indiana. I have many years of professional experience as well as personal experience with difficult situations, transitions, life stresses, and living in another country and culture. If you suffer from trauma, depression, anxiety, parenting issues, communication problems, chemical abuse, or grief, I can help. If you are looking for help with growth in relationships, learning more about yourself, staying present in the moment, transitioning to a new life phase, and generally flourishing in life, I am here for you. I believe the relationship between therapist and client is key in the success of therapy. I have a relational approach to psychotherapy and can tailor therapy and a treatment plan to your specific needs. Together we can look at unhelpful patterns in your life as well as work to heal the hurt life brings. I would be honored to work with you through this very personal process.

Christina Huber
Hello! If you are reading this, you have found Better Help and probably have a ton of questions about therapy and this whole process. Is online counseling right for you? Am I the right counselor to talk too? I can totally relate to that moment when you start the search for a therapist and make the decision to seek help for yourself. Therapy is scary, at least it was for me when I started. I remember the moment when I sat down on the couch across from a stranger with their clipboard and pen and I was expected to bare my soul. Funny, I was supposed to tell this person all my problems and through words they were magically going to help me… Well it worked! Though therapy is a little more than just talking and Better Help is online therapy, I still believe in the therapy process and my ability to help you during this dark time. My name is Christina and I have been a client before. Today I am a licensed clinical social worker and have been practicing for almost seven years. Throughout those seven years I have learned and come to believe that therapy can help! I graduated from The University of Southern Indiana with my Bachelors in Social Work in 2012 and my Masters in Social Work in 2013. I started working for a local mental health agency, providing therapy services to adults, children, adolescents, families, and couples. After six and half years I made the choice to step away from the big mental health agency concept and start a private practice so that I can truly connect and help my clients on a more personal level. I provide my clients with understanding, knowledge, and my own raw emotion in attempts to connect with them, understand their unique situation, and join together in a journey that will lead my clients to overall better health. While I am new to providing online therapy, I am very experience in making a connection with my clients, meeting them where they are in life, and helping them navigate through dark times. My passion is working with individuals, families, and couples in identifying areas in their life that are in need of a change. This change can be through physical health, by learning better eating habits, developing weight loss goals, improving how they treat their body, and/or improving their sleep and physical activity. Many of my clients I work with are working towards more positive thought processes, acceptance of the things they can’t change, healing from past relationships, and healing from past grief, shame, and guilt that has kept their minds and bodies in a state of depression, anxiety, trauma, and anger. I deliver and match the energy and motivation my client brings to me because I truly understand what it is like to experience pain, depression, anxiety, and need to change. I will work with you to reach your full potential and achieve your therapy goals. With a little hard work, determination, and wiliness to achieve change you will leave therapy being thankful for that moment when you decided to go to Better Help.com, find a therapist, and sign on to your first therapy session with a stranger who didn’t actually expect you to bare your soul. Honestly, I just expect you to be broken and honest, just like me!

Angela Krilich
Hello! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the states of Indiana, Massachusetts and Washington, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Maine, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the states of Arizona, Oregon, and DC, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in the state of Utah, a Clinical Professional Counselor (CPC) in the state of Nevada, a National Certified Counselor (NCC), and a Board Certified Coach (BCC). I have a master's degree in Counseling & Counselor Education and an Education Specialist degree in Mental Health Counseling, both from Indiana University. I have 6 years of counseling experience, have worked in two community mental health centers and two college counseling centers, with a focus on depression, anxiety, relationship issues, PTSD, and other mood disorders. I have also worked with college students, primarily student-athletes, helping them navigate academic and personal issues. I have experience with career counseling and life coaching. My counseling style is focused on meeting my clients where they are. I utilize a humanistic, person-centered approach, with techniques centered in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive-Behavioral therapy and Solution-Focused therapy. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental environment that allows my clients to freely express themselves as they work toward their goals. My greatest reward is when clients allow me to join them on their journey, providing some help as they make positive changes in their lives. Let me know how I can help you on your journey. I look forward to working with you!

Michael Ross
Michael Ross, LCSW | Cognitive Alchemist Empowering Minds | Building Resilience | Transforming Lives About Me Hello! I’m Michael Ross, a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and nationally recognized thought leader in behavioral health. I specialize in helping people transmute their struggles into strength and reclaim their agency through cognitive alchemy—the science of transforming thought patterns to create meaningful change. My mission: To help you build resilience, enhance self-efficacy, and rewrite your narrative so that you can live with greater clarity, confidence, and control. My Approach: Pragmatic, Strengths-Based, and Tailored to You I take an eclectic, evidence-guided approach to therapy, ensuring that each session is tailored to your unique needs, strengths, and goals. ✅ Client-Centered: You are the expert of your own life—I’m here to guide, support, and challenge you. ✅ Narrative & Existential Therapy: Together, we explore and reshape the story you tell yourself about your life. ✅ Cognitive Alchemy: I help you transform adversity into personal power. ✅ Psychological Resilience Training: I teach actionable techniques to strengthen distress tolerance, self-efficacy, and cognitive reframing. I am heavily influenced by Albert Bandura’s work on self-efficacy—helping you break free from limiting beliefs and take back control of your thoughts, emotions, and actions. My Unique Offerings Author of Too Weird to Fail: The Righthand Path of the Sacred Laugh – A powerful exploration of humor, cognitive resilience, and transformation. Creator of the Too Weird to Fail Therapy Workbook – A structured guide to help you reframe your mindset and regain your agency. Blending Science with Real-World Application – I bridge clinical expertise with pragmatic solutions that actually work in your daily life. Who I Work With I provide tele-mental health services to a diverse range of individuals, couples, and professionals, including: ✔️ High-Stress Professions: Advanced experience working with military, law enforcement, intelligence, and public safety professionals. ✔️ Those Navigating Trauma & Toxic Stress: Helping you rebuild strength, meaning, and purpose. ✔️ Professionals Seeking High-Performance Mindset Coaching: Learn to enhance focus, decision-making, and stress management. ✔️ Anyone Ready to Take Control of Their Life: If you feel stuck, lost, or overwhelmed, I help you create actionable strategies for change. My Clinical Expertise I am trained and experienced in: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Rewiring thought patterns that hold you back Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) – Building mindfulness, distress tolerance, and emotional regulation Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) – Overcoming trauma through cognitive restructuring Narrative Therapy – Rewriting your personal story to cultivate meaning Existential Therapy – Addressing deep life questions and finding purpose Psychological First Aid & Crisis Counseling – Immediate support for high-stress situations Mindfulness-Based Techniques – Strengthening awareness and emotional balance I also have advanced training in psychological resilience, crisis intervention, and trauma-informed care. Education & Credentials Ph.D. in Social Cognitive Psychology (in progress) – Liberty University Graduate Certificate in Homeland Security & Emergency Management – Indiana University Master of Social Work (MSW) – Indiana University School of Social Work B.A. in Religious Studies & Psychology – Indiana University, Bloomington Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – Indiana Why Work With Me? ✅ I make therapy practical. I provide real-world solutions that you can apply immediately. ✅ I help you unlock your potential. My focus is on empowerment, growth, and self-efficacy. ✅ I create a safe, nonjudgmental space. Whether you’re facing trauma, high stress, or uncertainty, I help you navigate it with clarity and confidence. ✅ I understand high-pressure environments. I have extensive experience working with defense, intelligence, and first responders, helping them manage stress, moral injury, and trauma. ✅ I help you rewrite your story. Through narrative and existential therapy, I assist you in finding meaning, reclaiming agency, and transforming adversity into strength. If you’re ready to regain control over your thoughts, emotions, and future, I’m here to help. Let’s Connect Offering tele-mental health sessions for clients in Indiana Contact me to schedule a consultation You don’t have to stay stuck. Change is possible. Let’s build a stronger, more resilient you—together.

Helen Woods
I am licensed in Indiana and Ohio with 7 years of experience working as a therapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar, relationship issues, career challenges, and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My background has been working in the community mental health setting with adults. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, trauma-focused, solution focused, and psychodynamic therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

Emily Moriarity
Hi there, I'm Emily (she/her) and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Indiana with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & parenting issues. My approach to therapy is that the client is the expert in their life, so the client drives the treatment. I believe in utilizing the client's strengths to make changes. Participation in therapy can be a very vulnerable experience for people, so I am here to walk alongside you during this time.

Betty Baumstark
Betty is a Licensed Clinical Counselor who believes that to have a successful outcome in therapy, the client and therapist must first build a strong rapport. Once that foundation is laid, Betty will use one of several therapeutic modalities, depending on the issue at hand. These modalities may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Psychotherapy. An Integrated approach can be utilized as well. Betty is known for being a good listener, caring, sensitive, empathetic, and energetic. Not only does she have the necessary credentials, experience, and hours to be licensed, but she also has a lifetime of experience and wisdom to draw from, which is invaluable! Betty has wanted to be a therapist for as long as she can remember, and is so happy to have the privilege to do so. Betty is looking forward to meeting you! SPECIALTIES Stress, Anxiety Relationship issues Self esteem Career difficulties Depression Also experienced in: Family conflicts , Coping with life changes , ADHD , Codependency , Divorce and Separation , Midlife Crisis , Women's Issues, Self-esteem issues, and much more Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy Years of Experience: 7

John Catron
I am licensed in Indiana with 21 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, & intimacy related issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. In addition, I have supervised therapists and case managers for the last 14 years and love to find a balance of working with clients and new clinicians in the field. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Kathryn Lawrence
I am licensed in Indiana and Ohio with 17 years of professional clinical therapy work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, & depression. I have over 30 years of experience of working with people with disabilities, their families and their caregivers. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Dr. Maryke Van Zyl
I am a licensed clinical Psychologist with 10 years of professional work experience and I am able to see clients in California and Indiana. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy related issues, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
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Types of therapists available to clients in Peru
Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Peru that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.
Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Peru available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Peru therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Peru therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Peru region and in the state of Indiana.
How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want
Therapists in Peru can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Peru may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.