Patricia Prendergast

Patricia Prendergast is an LCSW with 28 years of experience who helps people facing anger, addiction, grief, depression, and relationship strain. She offers a warm, straightforward presence and practical guidance for everyday struggles. Many people come to her when they need help coping, making changes, or managing strong emotions.

Her work often focuses on trauma, parenting challenges, and the stress that caregivers carry. She also supports people dealing with mood disorders, ADHD, eating concerns, and career questions. Patricia uses conversational, goal-minded sessions that make space for the facts of a person’s life.

Patricia draws on Attachment-Based Therapy to look at how early relationships affect current reactions. She uses Client-Centered Therapy to keep the conversation focused on the person’s experience and goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools are used to identify thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and to try small, testable changes.

Sessions tend to be practical and down-to-earth. She can help with coping skills, communication problems, and navigating separation or custody stress. When addiction or trauma is part of the picture, she aims to break problems into manageable steps rather than overwhelm people with jargon.

People who choose Patricia usually want clear feedback, simple tools, and a steady therapeutic ally. She supports efforts to rebuild self-esteem, cope with loss, and make lasting changes in behavior and relationships.

Approaches that shape online work

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships influence current reactions and closeness. It can help when anger or trust issues trace back to past bonds. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and responding to the person in front of the therapist, helping people feel heard while they decide what change looks like. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to reduce symptoms like anger and anxiety.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Patricia will work together with each person to figure out which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative process makes it easier to try techniques and adjust them if something does not fit.

The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy life and reducing travel time. Before booking, confirm the current session options since formats are not listed here. Many people appreciate being able to schedule appointments around work, childcare, or other responsibilities and to use sessions for focused skill practice, check-ins, and planning next steps.