When Sarah Vendegna talks about her journey to becoming a therapist, you feel the authentic connection between her Cajun roots and her counseling approach. Growing up in South Louisiana surrounded by "good food, good people, good music, and just good times," Sarah witnessed how discrimination affected her peers—and became the non-judgmental friend they turned to. Combined with her own mental health struggles during adolescence and college, these experiences shaped her path to becoming the compassionate counselor she is today.
With licenses in Colorado, Wyoming, Oregon, and Florida, Sarah has been practicing in Fort Collins for eight years and brings nearly 11 years of therapy experience to her clients. What makes her approach unique is her commitment to creating spaces where therapy doesn't feel scary—where laughter and joy become part of the healing process. "I laugh with my clients. I love laughing, like belly laughs," she shares, emphasizing how a comfortable, non-judgmental environment helps clients open up and find their own answers.
Sarah especially connects with college-age adults navigating the chaotic early stages of adulthood, teenagers (whom she describes as "feisty" like herself), and adults in their 30s-50s who reach that pivotal moment of wanting more fulfillment. When she's not counseling, this self-described "extrovert times a thousand" balances planning social events with quiet evenings at home with her husband and two dogs. Her philosophy extends beyond her practice: "I really do hope people reach out... whether it's with me or someone else, I do hope people find their place to be themselves, because that's really what this world needs." Connect with Sarah through her website Vendegnacounseling.com, Instagram @VendegnaCounseling, by phone at 970-658-5526, or email sarah@vendegnacounseling.com—just remember, she honors her boundaries and isn't available after 8pm!
