Shelley Prendergast, LCPC

Do you spend a lot of energy trying to be the “right” version of yourself? You try to be likable, successful, smart, fun, attractive, or whatever the situation seems to require.

Although you’re thoughtful, caring, and self-aware, you seem to always second-guess what you say, what you do, and how others perceive you. You might minimize your needs and preferences or reshape yourself to become who you believe others want you to be.

Maybe you question your feelings, brush aside your opinions, or look to others for reassurance about who you should be. Over time, this can make it difficult to know what you genuinely want, trust your own judgment, or feel secure in who you are. Even when you recognize these patterns, changing them can feel surprisingly hard, especially when part of you worries that being fully yourself could lead to judgment, conflict, or rejection.

Therapy is a place where you don’t have to perform, please, or have everything figured out. Together, we’ll explore the experiences that shaped you and begin loosening the patterns that no longer serve you. You can learn to trust yourself, express your needs, and build meaningful relationships without losing yourself along the way.

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.