Colleen Davern, LPCC

Colleen Davern is a licensed mental health professional in Minnesota with 10 years of clinical experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, addiction, low self-esteem, motivation challenges, and depression. She holds the LPCC credential - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - which indicates she has completed the training and licensure required to provide clinical counseling in the state.

Colleen approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping conversations and care plans to fit individual circumstances rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model. She focuses on practical steps and clear goals, working collaboratively to build confidence, address addictive behaviors, and support healthier coping during life changes.

Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling life can feel daunting, and Colleen emphasizes encouragement and steady support throughout that process. Her practice aims to meet people where they are, offering tailored guidance and a steady presence as clients pursue meaningful, sustainable change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Care

Colleen uses client-centered therapy to prioritize the individual’s experience, focusing on empathy and collaboration so clients feel heard and respected while exploring personal goals and values. This approach supports people coping with life transitions, self-esteem concerns, and relationship issues.

She also integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, which helps identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical exercises and skill building. CBT is often useful for managing anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching concrete tools for daily use.

Motivational interviewing is another approach Colleen may use to build motivation for change, especially when addressing addictive behaviors or ambivalence about recovery. It emphasizes gentle, nonjudgmental conversation to strengthen commitment to new behaviors.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Colleen works collaboratively with each person to determine which combination of methods best fits their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexible options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, maintain continuity during transitions, and access support from a licensed professional without travel barriers.