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Colleen Prendergast, LPC
Wisconsin
LPC counselor - anxiety and grief
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness methods
- Grief and caregiver stress
About Colleen
Colleen Prendergast is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin with 18 years of experience. She works with people who face stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, relationship and family issues, trauma, and life changes. Her work also covers addictions, anger, self-esteem, career questions, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue.
She adopts a practical, person-centered approach. Colleen blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), client-centered work, and mindfulness techniques. Sessions focus on noticing unhelpful thoughts and habits, trying different responses, and building skills that reduce distress in daily life.
Colleen prefers to form a clear, respectful therapeutic relationship first. She works collaboratively to identify specific goals and then uses short exercises, skill practice, and reflection to make progress. She describes therapy as an active process where homework and real-world practice matter.
Her background includes nearly two decades of counseling across adult age groups. Colleen brings experience helping people manage grief, caregiver stress, first responder issues, and end-of-life concerns. She also addresses codependency, impulsivity, obsessions and compulsions, and feelings of emptiness or isolation.
Sessions are conducted in English from Wisconsin. Cost varies by location and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, a prospective client completes a short matching questionnaire and schedules a first session using the online therapy options button.
How CBT, ACT and Client-Centered Work Translate Online
Colleen commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and client-centered methods. CBT focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors with clear exercises that can be practiced between sessions. ACT emphasizes noticing values and committed action, helping people move toward meaningful steps even when uncomfortable feelings are present. Client-centered work prioritizes listening, reflection, and collaborative planning so the person’s goals guide the work.Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process. Colleen will work with the client to identify which methods fit their goals, needs, and daily life. That collaborative process may mix approaches and change over time based on what helps most.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work, care duties, or travel. It also allows practical exercises to be planned for the client’s real environment and supports quicker check-ins between longer appointments when needed. Many people find the structure of CBT-style online sessions useful for tracking progress and homework without requiring in-person visits.
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address most often?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, relationship and family issues, trauma, addictions, anger, and related mood concerns.
How does she use CBT in sessions?
CBT is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns and to try practical alternative responses through in-session exercises and real-world practice.
What is her experience background?
She has 18 years of experience as a mental health counselor working with adults across a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor licensed in Wisconsin and practices from Wisconsin.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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