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Christian Counseling in Colorado Springs

Christian counseling, also known as biblical counseling and Christian psychology, combines your faith with the principles of psychology to improve your mental health and relationships. More specifically, this therapy approach uses scripture and biblical teachings to help you deal with life's challenges. And... ...we, at Overcomers Couns...

Play Therapy In Colorado Springs At Overcomers Counseling

What is Play Therapy for Children? Play Therapy is a researched-informed model of therapy that provides a developmental approach for the child to express what might be troubling them. 0 Advanced issue found▲ "Research suggests Play Therapy is an effective mental health approach, regardless of age, gender, or the nature of the prob...

PTSD Counseling and Therapy – Counselors in Colorado Springs

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, is a mental health condition characterized by an onset of anxiety-related symptoms in response to a traumatic event. PTSD can develop in response to an event in which a patient is exposed to a dangerous or life-threatening event, whether real or perceived, and persists to the point of disruption in the patie...

Teenager Counseling and Therapy – Counselors in Colorado Springs

Teens and families find many benefits when meeting with one of our skilled mental health professionals. No matter the reason you are pursuing counseling, whether it's an academic, personal, or social concern, we are equipped to help. Our professionals have experience working with many issues facing adolescents today:Social anxietyDepressionIsolati...

Narcissistic Personality Counseling and Therapy – Counselors in Colorado Springs

Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is a mental health condition characterized by an inflated sense of self-importance, an extreme need for admiration, and a lack of empathy towards other people. People with Narcissistic Personality Disorder often have a history of difficult interpersonal relationships, and often attempt to use or manipulate th...

Depression Counseling and Therapy – Counselors in Colorado Springs

Understanding Depression When a person's mood is down, it can be difficult to realize that hope is available. This is where we come into the picture. We want you to know that simply meeting with one of our experienced depression counselors can help you find the hope which has been so elusive. Some counseling centers have you jump through hoops to g...

Grief & Loss Counseling and Therapy – Counselors in Colorado Springs

Since you are searching for help, it most likely means that you or someone you know is dealing with the loss of a loved one, loss of a job, relationship, health or even the loss of a dream you once had. It is difficult to process a loss, especially when it's someone you love. We would like to offer condolences for your loss. Grief is one of t...

Addiction Counselors and Therapy - Colorado Springs

Addiction is a complex brain disorder involving the compulsive use of substances or behaviors despite negative consequences. In addiction, the brain's reward system (which involves important neurotransmitters associated with pleasurable feelings) works improperly, leading to a psychological craving for the addictive stimulus in question, and ...

Trauma Counseling and Therapy – Counselors in Colorado Springs

What is Trauma? Psychological trauma is defined as any kind of damage to the mind that occurs as the result of a distressing experience. While physical trauma leaves scars that are visible to the naked eye, the damage inflicted by psychological trauma is often invisible. And yet, despite this, it is no less damaging. I...

Anger Management Counseling and Therapy – Counselors in Colorado Springs

Anger is a universal emotion, one of the commonest of human experiences. Everyone experiences feelings of anger and rage every now and then. Sometimes, however, anger gets out of control and affects the lives of those who struggle with controlling their anger, and those of the people around them. This form of anger can cause extreme amounts of dist...

Autism Counseling and Therapy - Counselors in Colorado Springs

Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication. According to the Centers for Disease Control, autism affects an estimated 1 in 59 children in the United States today. We know that there is not one autism but man...

Anxiety Counseling and Therapy – Counselors in Colorado Springs

What is Anxiety? All of us feel anxious sometimes, and anxiety is a normal part of life. Anxiety runs on a continuum from everyday stress to the heightened "fight or flight" response that is activated in trauma. Our brain is a problem-finding, problem-fixing machine. Our brain's job is not to make us happy, but to keep us safe. So our b...

EMDR Counseling and Therapy – Counselors in Colorado Springs

Psychology Today says... View article on Psycholoy Today When California psychologist Francine Shapiro invented eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR) in the late 1980s, psychiatrists and patients alike were lured by the promise of a single-session cure for post-traumatic stress disorder, addictions and phobias. While EM...

Online Video Chat with a Licensed Therapist

Modern technology has brought about the convenience of mental health at your fingertips. Imagine online therapy from the convenience of your home, during your work break or on the weekend. Does that sound appealing? Online therapy has made a significant impact on the world we live in and at Overcomers Counseling, our highly ...

ADHD Counseling and Therapy – Counselors in Colorado Springs

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is a neurological condition affecting a patient's ability to concentrate. ADHD is caused by a complex interplay of biological factors which, when taken together, cause a significant deficit in the brain's ability to focus and maintain concentration. While the exact causes of ADHD have yet to ...

Sexual Abuse Counselors - Colorado Springs

Sexual abuse is any form of unwanted sexual contact. In addition to acts of sexual violence, such as rape and molestation, sexual abuse can include other forms of sexual contact, such as revealing oneself to an unwanting victim or using sexually explicit language with someone who has not consented to such communication. Sexual abuse, likewise...

Behavioral Counseling and Therapy – Counselors in Colorado Springs

Behavioral issues are an inevitable part of raising children. Every child acts out now and then. Sometimes, however, misbehavior can be indicative of something more troubling. As any parent of a child with a behavioral disorder can attest, these conditions can turn raising a child into an overwhelming nightmare. Behavioral disorders include a numbe...

Domestic Violence Counseling and Therapy – Counselors in Colorado Springs

Domestic violence is any form of physical abuse that occurs in a domestic setting, such as that between spouses or those who are cohabiting. While it is estimated that some 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men will experience some form of domestic violence in their lifetimes, domestic violence is often greatly underreported, due to the secretive nature of t...

Career Counseling and Therapy – Counselors in Colorado Springs

There are few things in life more rewarding than the sense of satisfaction we get from doing work that makes a difference. Adults spend, on average, almost 25% of their waking lives working, so doing work you feel is important and that you enjoy is a vital part of your emotional well-being. Finding this dream career is no easy task, though-- it see...

Alcohol Abuse Counseling and Therapy – Counselors in Colorado Springs

Alcohol abuse is any pattern of drinking in an individual which may be harmful to their health. While moderate amounts of alcohol consumption (defined as two drinks per day for men, and one drink per day for women) are common and may even confer slight health benefits, alcohol abuse occurs when a person consumes excessive amounts of alcohol regular...