Behavioral Issues

Change Habits, Transform Life: Behavioral Counseling

Our behavioral counseling helps you identify patterns, build healthier habits, and make lasting changes with practical, supportive guidance.

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Behavioral Counseling in Colorado

Constant meltdowns. Escalating conflict at home or school. Behaviors that leave you feeling like you've run out of tools to try. Parenting or caring for a child with behavioral challenges is exhausting, and you shouldn't have to figure it out alone. Overcomers Counseling offers behavioral counseling for kids, teens, and families across Colorado Springs, Aurora, Fort Collins, and Pueblo, plus statewide teletherapy.

You Don't Have to Manage This Alone

Behavior is often a form of communication — a child expressing something they don't yet have the words or skills for, whether that's big emotions, unmet needs, or difficulty regulating. That understanding doesn't make the day-to-day any less draining. Our therapists work with both kids and families to build lasting change together.

Common Behavioral Challenges We Support

Families come to counseling for help with tantrums or meltdowns, defiance or aggression, difficulty following rules or routines, emotional outbursts, and behaviors affecting school or family life. Whatever's showing up, our therapists help identify what's underneath it.

How Our Therapists Help

Our providers use evidence-based approaches like Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to build emotional regulation skills, consistent structure, and stronger communication between parent and child. For clients who want it, we also offer faith-integrated counseling grounded in grace and consistency.

Support Near You

Find behavioral counseling in Colorado Springs, Aurora, Fort Collins, or Pueblo, or connect through secure teletherapy anywhere in Colorado. We accept Medicaid and most major insurance plans, including Aetna, Cigna, UHC, Kaiser, Anthem BCBS, and Tricare.

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You don't have to navigate behavioral challenges without support, and neither does your child. Our team is ready to help your whole family find calmer footing. Get matched with a therapist today.

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FAQs about Behavioral Issues

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How can I help my child persist when things get tough?

Help your child by providing support and guidance, using positive language, highlighting the progress they have made, breaking down the challenge into smaller steps, and motivating them with positive affirmations.

What are the signs that my child may need a program for troubled teens?

Some signs that a troubled teenager may need additional support include persistent behavioral changes, withdrawal from family members, declining school performance, substance use, frequent emotional outbursts, or signs of anxiety and depression. If your child is struggling with ongoing mental health problems or risky behaviors, programs for troubled teens can provide structure, guidance, and professional support tailored to their needs.

Are free programs for troubled youth effective for long-term change?

Yes, free programs for troubled youth can be highly effective, especially when they address both mental health issues and environmental stressors. Many community-based treatment programs focus on therapy, skill-building, and family involvement to support lasting growth. When combined with consistent family support and follow-up care, these resources for troubled youth can create meaningful, long-term positive outcomes.

How does behavioral counseling work?

Imagine your life as a GPS. Sometimes, you have a destination in mind, but old, unhelpful habits keep sending you down the same wrong roads. Behavioral counseling is all about reprogramming that GPS. We work together to identify the specific behaviors holding you back and then develop new, healthier strategies to get you to your goal. It’s not about endless talk; it's about learning a new set of skills, testing them out, and taking action to create the life you want.

What is the goal of behavioral counseling?

The goal of behavioral counseling is simple yet powerful: to give you the tools to take control of your life. It's about shifting from being a passenger to a driver. We’ll help you understand how your thoughts and feelings influence your actions, so you can make intentional choices that lead to positive change. Whether you want to overcome procrastination, manage your anger, or improve your relationships, we're here to help you get unstuck and build a life that feels authentic and rewarding.

What is the difference between behavioral therapy and talk therapy?

Think of behavioral therapy as the "how-to" guide for your life, while traditional talk therapy is more like a journal. Both are incredibly valuable, but they have different purposes. Talk therapy often focuses on exploring your past and gaining insight into your emotions. Behavioral therapy, on the other hand, is action-oriented and focuses on the present. We'll work on practical skills to change specific behaviors and patterns that are causing problems. We believe in your ability to learn and change, and we’ll give you the roadmap to do it.

Can behavioral counseling help with my habits?

We all have habits we’d like to break, whether it's scrolling endlessly on your phone or procrastinating on important tasks. It can feel like your brain is on autopilot, and you're just along for the ride. Behavioral counseling is all about helping you take control of that autopilot. We’ll help you understand the triggers behind your habits and replace them with healthier routines that support your goals. You are not a helpless observer in your own life; you can learn to steer your own ship.

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Most major insurance plans are accepted here, so cost isn't what's standing between you and feeling better — and we'll handle the paperwork.

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Why clients choose us for therapy

Our counselors are trained to help you work through what's hard — not just talk about it. When you're ready, we're ready.

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Across hundreds of client reviews, one theme comes through again and again: people feel truly heard here. Clients describe finally finding a therapist who understood them, gaining real tools for anxiety, trauma, and anger management, and walking away from sessions feeling lighter and more hopeful. Many say Overcomers was the first place therapy actually felt like the right fit — a space to be met with warmth, patience, and genuine care on the path to becoming who they're meant to be.
Aug 20, 2026
Vanessa Dewitt, LCSW
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I really appreciate the fact that someone I had only talked with for an hour was willing to listen and to help me take on the weight of my world and to give me hope in getting my life back on the right path that I needed . Thanks
Aug 16, 2026
Serena Chalepah, LPCC
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Serena has not only knowledge, but compassion, understanding, guidance to push through whatever obstacles I have faced, and the advice needed to learn new traits or skills. I’ve definitely had a battle of finding a therapist I not only connect with, but someone I’m comfortable sharing some uncomfortable situations with to help move past. She’s been so very patient with me and my life’s ups and downs. I can’t thank her enough for being so genuine! Has been nothing but a great experience!
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This was my first experience in therapy and it was an amazing experience!
Aug 15, 2026
Alondra Faudoa, LPC
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Alondra is awesome. She has taught me how to cope with my situations. Look forward to seeing her on Mondays
Aug 14, 2026
Shannon Powell, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, PhD
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I have been with overcomers for years as a therapy patient and recently transfered from a different psychiatrist to Shannon Powell. She made the whole process so simple and seamless. I was honestly expecting things to be a lot more difficult but was pleasantly surprised. Thank you for making me feel so heard and understood! 10/10 stars!
Aug 14, 2026
Miranda Puente, LSW
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I feel like she listens to everything I have to say in a non-judgemental way. She remains nuetral and provide valid information as necessary and doesnt feed into my delusions, yet help me escape them step by step. When we are speaking i feel she is very attentive and engage in the conversation(s) at hand. I enjoy how relatable she can be on difficult topics. All I have to say about Miranda is GOAT.