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Colleen Davern

Calm, practical support for difficult changes

LPCC Minnesota

Experience
10 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Colleen

Colleen Davern brings a decade of clinical experience as an LPCC practicing in Minnesota, focusing on stress, anxiety, addiction-related concerns, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life transitions. She approaches each client with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping conversations and care plans to reflect individual circumstances and goals.

Background and approach

Colleen emphasizes collaboration, helping people name priorities and build practical steps toward more satisfying daily functioning. Her work includes attention to issues such as abandonment and attachment struggles, autism and Asperger syndrome, kink and alternative sexual culture, caregiver stress, co-morbidity, communication and control challenges, and problems related to substance use and domestic violence.

Colleen uses well-established methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside client-centered and solution-focused techniques, motivational interviewing, and trauma-focused approaches to guide sessions. She encourages clients to see reaching out as a courageous first step and offers steady support while clients work toward change.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing practical behavioral changes; it is often used for anxiety, stress, and depressive symptoms and helps clients develop concrete tools for daily challenges. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathic, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist listens deeply and helps clients explore their values and goals; this approach supports clients who need validation and space to process life changes and emotional concerns. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative method that helps people strengthen motivation for change by exploring ambivalence and building commitment one step at a time, which is useful for substance use and behavioral shifts.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals and may combine methods over time to find what fits best. Clients often refine direction together in early sessions and adjust strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which can make it easier to fit care into busy lives and maintain continuity of support. These formats allow licensed professionals to provide therapy from different locations while adapting pace and communication style to suit each client's schedule and comfort.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Colleen address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, self-esteem difficulties, depression, and coping with life changes, along with related areas such as attachment, caregiver stress, and substance use issues.
How does she approach therapy sessions?
Her style blends client-centered listening with practical strategies, often using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques to tailor an approach to each person's needs.
What is her professional background?
Colleen has 10 years of professional experience providing mental health support and treatment in Minnesota settings.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She holds the LPCC credential and practices in Minnesota; her license is documented as MN LPCC 1869.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients at this time and works with clients located in Minnesota.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCommunication problemsControl issuesDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-love

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

Minnesota

Languages

English