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Shelley Prendergast

Therapist
12 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Stress management, Relationship issues, Women's issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi, I’m Shelley! I know life can be hard - especially when you’re juggling all the things. Whether it's school, career, relationships, family, or everything in between. Keeping it all together can leave you feeling stressed, anxious, stuck, or unsure of what comes next.

My approach to therapy

I believe therapy should be a place where you can exhale and feel genuinely understood. My approach is warm, down-to-earth, and practical. Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back, and help you move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and connection.

What you can expect from me

Our first session is a chance for us to start to get to know each other and begin creating a space where you feel safe, comfortable, and understood. We’ll talk about what’s bringing you to therapy, and what you hope to gain. There’s no pressure - we'll start wherever feels right and go from there together.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Warm, Participatory

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    12 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at Lewis University
  • License type
    LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) (Illinois)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Stress management, Relationship issues, Women's issues
  • More specialties
    Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Trauma, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Experiential, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Relational, Attachment Based, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Strength-Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English