Developmental Disorder

Developmental Disorder Counseling Built Around Your Child

Navigating a developmental disorder can be challenging. Our counseling provides personalized guidance, understanding, and tools for growth and confidence.

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Developmental Disorder Counseling in Colorado

Supporting a child with developmental differences, or navigating one yourself, can bring real challenges that shouldn't have to be faced without support. Overcomers Counseling offers individualized counseling for developmental disorders across Colorado Springs, Aurora, Fort Collins, and Pueblo, plus statewide teletherapy.

You Don't Have to Navigate This Alone

Developmental disorders affect every individual differently, and support should be shaped around the specific person, not a generic approach. Whether you're a parent trying to understand a diagnosis or an individual navigating daily challenges, our therapists provide patient, individualized care.

What Counseling Can Support

Sessions often focus on building emotional regulation and coping skills, supporting communication and social development, navigating school and life transitions, addressing anxiety or frustration, and providing family guidance and support. Every plan is shaped around the individual's specific needs.

How Our Therapists Help

Our providers adapt evidence-based approaches to be accessible and effective, incorporating visual tools, simplified language, and consistent routines where helpful. We work closely with families and, when appropriate, coordinate with schools and other providers. For clients who want it, we offer faith-integrated counseling grounded in patience and compassion.

Support Near You

Find individualized 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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What is the goal of counseling for developmental disorders?

The goal of counseling for a developmental disorder isn’t to change who you are. Your brain simply has a different operating system, and the goal is to help you create a life that supports how you uniquely function. Counseling helps you and your family understand your strengths and needs, build communication skills, and navigate challenges. Think of it as a personalized user manual that empowers you to thrive in a world that isn't always set up for you. We believe in your capacity to lead a fulfilling life.

How does counseling help with social skills?

Social interactions can sometimes feel like trying to play a board game with a different set of rules than everyone else. It can be confusing and frustrating. Counseling provides a safe, supportive space to explore and understand social cues and expectations. We’ll help you practice new communication skills and provide strategies to handle social situations that feel overwhelming. We are here to help you build the skills you need to navigate the social world and create meaningful relationships.

What are some common challenges that people with developmental disorders face?

Living with a developmental disorder can sometimes feel like you are on an unpaved road. It can be challenging and unpredictable. You may struggle with executive functioning, making it difficult to organize tasks, or you may find that sensory information is overwhelming. We understand these challenges. We can work together to help you build a set of tools to create a sense of control and empowerment in your life, so you can continue to move forward with confidence.

Can counseling help parents of a child with a developmental disorder?

Yes. Parents of a child with a developmental disorder are on a unique journey that can be both rewarding and challenging. It’s like being a captain of a ship in uncharted waters. Counseling provides a space for you to process your emotions, find community with others who understand, and develop strategies to help you and your child navigate the world. We can help you build the tools and support you need to advocate for your child and care for yourself.

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Discover a Variety of Counseling Specialties Tailored to Your Needs

Embark on a journey through the diverse world of counseling specialties, each uniquely crafted to cater to your individual needs and aspirations. Whether you're seeking guidance for personal growth, relationship enhancement, or mental well-being, there's a specialty waiting to help you thrive.

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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.
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Shannon Matlock, LPC, NCC
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Shannon is wonderful. She's kind and she guides you to the answer through feedback and questions. She listens to my perception of my experience but also offers input that allows you to see the possibility of a different perspective.
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Barbra Styles, LPC
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Barb is incredibly kind and patient. She kept the sessions productive and honest. She made me feel heard and helped with problem-solving. Having her as my therapist for the past several years was vital for my personal growth. I highly recommend her services and would happily return as a client if my schedule ever opens back up.
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Hilary Helkenn, PMHNP-BC
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Hilary was lovely. She was kind, patient, incredibly knowledgeable and very validating. She had extensive knowledge of my conditions that most providers dismiss and it was very comforting and encouraging to hear she knew of those conditions and was well informed of them. Best psychiatrist I've had yet. 10/10
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Kristen Wittman, LPC
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Kristen has been great and just what I need @ the moment. Look forward to more work together. Thanks for everything!!!
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Savannah Vigil, LSW
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I was very comfortable speaking with Savannah. She is very professional, compassionate and gave insight to things that are affecting my situation that I could not define. I look forward to learning more from her and how to overcome the obstacles I face. I am greatful to be working with her. 🙂
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Dr. Bonna Machlan, PhD, LPC, CAS
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I've decided to start seeing her twice a week because it is very helpful for me as she is a breath of fresh air