Marie-Kriz Whatley, LPC
LPC.0021197, CO

Marie-Kriz Whatley, LPC

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About Marie-Kriz

We all need a safe space to express ourselves, to be seen, heard, and validated without judgment. I am passionate about helping people feel emotionally safe. People come to therapy for different reasons, but I believe they need to be seen, heard, and not judged for how they feel or think. I am dedicated to providing my clients the freedom to be themselves and guiding them in discovering who they aspire to be. I equip my clients with the necessary skills and empower them to choose and explore what works best for their personal lives and personalities to achieve their distinct goals. I have experience with adolescents and adults who struggle with PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. I apply a mixture of person-centered, psychoeducation, CBT, DBT, strength-based, mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapy. My duty as a therapist is to help increase my clients' self-awareness, create healthier patterns, and gain healthy coping skills that they can utilize daily. I also use humor in sessions! As someone familiar with experiences of abuse, homelessness, depression, and anxiety, I believe that anyone's difficult past can help them discover a better version of themselves for a higher purpose. Things happen for a reason, and people have the power to choose how their life experiences shape their lives moving forward. It will be an honor to walk with you.

Mindfulness and accountability are the keys to unraveling the best version of self.

Education

Colorado Christian University
Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Graduated 2020

Associations

Colorado Counseling Association

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FAQs

FAQs about Marie-Kriz Whatley, LPC

Yes, absolutely!  If you feel that your current counselor is not a good match for whatever reason: personality, age, style, etc., then you're more than welcome to choose a different counselor.

Unfortunately, no.  All of our PMHNP are virtual.

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  • Adderall, Vyvansel, Methylphenidate, Lisdexamfetamine for ADHD
  • Xanax, Klonopin, Alprazolam, Clonazepam for Anxiety
  • Ambien, Zolpidem for Sleep

Yes, absolutely!

We have multiple offices in:

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • Aurora, CO
  • Pueblo, CO
  • Fort Collins, CO

View more details about these locations here.

The first step towards finding the right counselor is what we call 'Getting Matched.' Our Get Matched form will evaluate your needs and display a matching counselor or nurse practitioner that fits your needs. Answering these questions will help you narrow down your search to a few counselors who align with your needs.

Yes absolutely!  You'll receive email and text reminders about your upcoming sessions.

Of course! We will bill your primary and secondary insurances. You'll be able to provide us with both insurance payers after booking a session.

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Most insurances do NOT require a prior-authorization. However, upon booking a session with us, our support team will verify your benefits to determine if a prior authorization is required.

Prior authorization is required for Tricare Primary Active Duty Members (IP is the military personnel)
If you have Tricare Prime Active Duty and the active duty personnel is the IP (identified patient) then a prior authorization is required when seeking counseling from a civilian provider such as Overcomers Counseling.  However, family members of the Active Duty member do not need prior authorization.

In Network Counseling Services

Marie-Kriz Accepts the Following Insurances

We're thrilled to accept most major insurance plans, making it easier for you to focus on your well-being while we handle the paperwork.

Top-Rated Counseling Services

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.

Summary
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.
Jul 24, 2026
Arias Gonzales, LPC
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I loved the flexibility of doing it virtually.
Jul 18, 2026
Kaitlyn Chiasson, LPCC, NCC
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Kaitlyn was patient and kind, but she also gave me a different perspective to look at various things in my life. She truly made a difference and I'm only leaving because I'm moving out of state wish I could keep seeing her!! Recommend her to anyone!
Jul 18, 2026
Randal Thomas, LCSW
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Randal is an amazing counselor. Wise, God-fearing, and I am enjoying working with him.
Jul 10, 2026
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It's helped me feel heard and understood. Such a relieving feeling ❤️
Jul 10, 2026
Emily Ladd, LSW
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Its difficult to put into words the amount of help Emily has provided me without crying. When I first started this journey like most men I was skeptical at best. And had failed every time I attempted counseling. I knew I needed help but I didn’t know what I needed, thru this first 90 days not only have I felt heard but have worked thru EDM exercises, and have been able to put a name to a lot of the issues I’m facing while also understand you don’t have to be broken forever. She has been extremely patient with me, but also very good at challenging me at the same time. She has given me great resources that fit my life style (I’m not sitting down reading a book but I will listen to a podcast while I’m driving) she truly has been a blessing to not only me but also my children as my relationship is improving with them as well.
Jul 10, 2026
Seth Boughton, CSW
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Seth has done amazing work with me over the past few years and I always look forward to my sessions with him