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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!

Have you spent so much energy trying to be the "right" version of yourself that you've lost track of who you actually are? I work with adults who are thoughtful, caring, and self aware, yet find themselves second guessing what they say and do. Many of the people I work with come to therapy exhausted from reshaping themselves to meet everyone else's expectations, while quietly carrying anxiety, relationship strain, or the pressure of always holding it together.

My approach to therapy

Together we'll dig into the experiences that shaped how you see yourself, and start loosening the patterns that keep you stuck. People I work with often leave feeling more sure of themselves, better able to say what they actually need in relationships, and less anxious.

What you can expect from me

Our first session is really just a conversation. I want to understand what's brought you here, what you've already tried, and what you're hoping feels different. Reach out, and let’s take the first step toward uncovering your authentic self and allowing your unique light to shine more fully in the world.

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
    Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative

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