My therapist li an excellent listener and is very knowledgeable.
Colleen Prendergast, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Colleen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Colleen. View 15 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Wisconsin
Recent reviews
Personable and detail orientated
More about Colleen
- 18 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
I am a licensed professional counselor currently living in Wisconsin with over 15 years of experience working as a mental health counselor. l help clients who are struggling with emotional, psychological, and behavioral issues from young adult and to seniors. The people I help are challenged by anxiety, depression, ADHD, troubled relationships, separation, and divorce, family conflict, grief and loss, trauma, stress management and social isolation. My clients have described me as energetic, genuine, creative, empathetic and present.
There is never a one-size-fits-all treatment strategy. Each person deserves individualized therapy that is tailored to their specific needs. I have an integrative and eclectic approach, which often uses: Person Centered, Positive Strength Based, Cognitive Behavioral, Family Systems, Emotionally Focused, Mindfulness and Creative Therapy. I also have been trained in Grief Counseling, Expressive Therapy, MBSR, and Therapy-based yoga interventions.
I would like to first work on a therapeutic relationship built on trust, positive regard and acceptance. I would like you to feel comfortable and know that what we discuss is between us and there is no judgment by me. I will offer you a safe environment to open up and discuss your concerns, and work together towards establishing the right skills that will alleviate your distress or worries and help create a happier and healthier you. I am holistically driven, and believe in a body, mind, spirit approach to helping you be your best self.
I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
We live in a culture that is built on individual determinism which can make it hard to ask for help. It takes courage to reach out and get support. You are here and that is a good first step. If you are ready to take this further I am here to support and empower you.
I look forward to working with you!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Grief
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Caregiver issues and stress
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Communication problems
Dependent Personality
Emptiness
First Responder Issues
Hospice and End of Life Counseling
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Obsessions
Compulsions
and OCD
Personality Disorders
Self-love
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Colleen Prendergast's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205081940.
- LPC · Wisconsin · 6575-125 · Expires February 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space. Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Colleen Prendergast
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
My therapist li an excellent listener and is very knowledgeable.
Personable and detail orientated
Colleen was fantastic to work with! She was kind and considerate, while also helping me to work on a set of skills to deal with my anxiety. I am more confident and less hard on myself. During a time when I really needed someone to listen, she made me feel heard.
Colleen is helping me more than any in person therapist I’ve ever seen. I recommend better help to clients and friends because of my positive experience with her as a therapist. She’s found a good balance in gaining trust while also telling hard truths. Appreciate her.
Colleen is so approachable and does a great job of validating you, but also gives you constructive feedback and ways to work through things. I look forward to our meetings.
Ver impressed with the care I’ve been provided
Colleen has literally changed my life and the way I look at relationships. She has supported me, challenged me and helped me grow!
Colleen is wonderful! Just what I needed! I was dealing with a crisis regarding my employment and she helped me through the process. She was always there to listen and offered some very helpful reframing that helped me to see the issues clearly and tackle them head-on.
Colleen is a caring, understanding and critical therapist. She works on getting a full picture of your life, and helps unpack your situation, as well as other underlying situations you haven't or wouldn't have thought of before. She truly helps you on a deeper level, and in a very mindful manner.
Colleen has been great to work with as my therapist and is very easy to get on with. She has really helped me through times where I have been struggling. She is very understanding and always helps me to see things in a different way. She is very supportive and I always look forward to talking with her, because I know I will come out feeling much better and positive about a situation. I would really recommend Colleen!
She helped me a lot when I was struggling
I’ve been through a lot of therapists and I finally found one I don’t feel judged by and don’t feel pressured into talking. We just click.
She hears me. Supports me. And helps me find ways to use relevant tools. Very happy I signed up & Colleen is great!
Colleen is absolutely amazing! She is amazing at helping you realize certain things inside yourself you are ignoring, and really creates a happy fun atmosphere as well as a serious one. Definitely look forward to talking to her each week and feel brand new after my sessions. Amazing person all around.
Colleen has been very nice to talk to and has been a great help.
Frequently asked questions
Does Colleen Prendergast offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Colleen Prendergast works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Colleen Prendergast speak?
Colleen Prendergast speaks English.
How many years of experience does Colleen Prendergast have?
Colleen Prendergast has 18 years of experience.
Where is Colleen Prendergast licensed to practice?
Colleen Prendergast is licensed to practice in Wisconsin.
Does Colleen Prendergast accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Colleen Prendergast does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Colleen Prendergast offer?
Colleen Prendergast offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Colleen Prendergast?
Colleen Prendergast can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Colleen Prendergast?
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Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.