Why I Started Beacon Healthcare Solutions

Hello! I’m Valerie Peckham. I am a life-long helper and educator, and I’m committed to making a positive difference in people’s lives. Guiding others, simplifying complex information, and helping them feel supported has always been at the heart of what I do.

I earned a Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Kansas in 1995, but my path took me through business management, sales, and real estate before I found my true calling in counseling. Along the way, I discovered that whether in customer service or sales, the work was really about listening, educating, and helping people achieve their goals.

That realization led me back to school for both a bachelor’s and a master’s in Psychology from Washburn University. I spent nearly 15 years as a Clinical Psychotherapist, running my own private practice and teaching Psychology at Washburn. In that time, I not only supported clients emotionally but also navigated the insurance system on their behalf—an experience that gave me a unique perspective on the challenges people face in healthcare.



Those experiences eventually inspired me to create Beacon Healthcare Solutions. All the roads I’ve traveled—education, business, counseling, and teaching—have come together here. My mission is simple: to be a trusted guide through the complexity of insurance, so you can feel informed, supported, and confident in the coverage you choose.

I work from the Heart of America, right here in Kansas, and I’m proud to serve clients across many states. In addition to my home state, I’m licensed in Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Missouri, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Texas. No matter where you live in these areas, my goal is the same: to provide guidance, clarity, and affordable insurance options that fit your unique needs. With today’s technology, I’m able to meet with clients virtually or by phone, making it easy to connect and find the right coverage no matter where you’re located.