Mrs. Kimberly Baker, MA, LCPC, C-PD, Therapist in Pekin, Illinois

Kimberly Baker, LCPC, helps individuals and families across Illinois navigate life’s challenges with compassion, clarity, and evidence-based care. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor at LifeStance Health, she provides individual, couples, and family therapy for teens, adults, and seniors. Kimberly is known for creating a supportive, collaborative environment where clients can build practical coping skills, improve relationships, and move toward meaningful, lasting change. Her approach is grounded in proven methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and mindfulness, while remaining tailored to each person’s unique needs. Kimberly has extensive experience treating anxiety, depression, and trauma, along with a range of related concerns. She works closely with teens and adults facing emotional distress, relationship struggles, and major life transitions, helping them better understand their thoughts, behaviors, and patterns. Her work also extends to couples and families seeking stronger communication and healthier dynamics. In addition, she has experience supporting populations such as first responders and military/veterans, and offers additional areas of focus to meet diverse client needs. Kimberly is especially passionate about supporting individuals experiencing ADHD, bipolar disorder, and childhood behavioral issues. She understands how these challenges can affect daily functioning, relationships, and self-esteem, and she partners with clients and families to develop practical strategies that foster stability, confidence, and growth. Her work with adolescents and teens includes addressing school avoidance and behavioral concerns, helping younger clients feel more supported both at home and in academic settings. Since beginning her practice in 2017, Kimberly has remained committed to ongoing professional development and delivering thoughtful, personalized care. She integrates clinical expertise with a warm, down-to-earth style that helps clients feel heard and empowered throughout their therapeutic journey. Outside of her professional work, Kimberly enjoys reading, watching movies, doing crafts, and spending quality time with her family, which helps her maintain a balanced and grounded perspective.