Racial Identity

Racial Identity Counseling for Experiences That Deserve to Be Understood

Seeking guidance on racial identity and belonging? Our counseling offers empathetic support, tools for self-discovery, and empowerment to embrace your identity.

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Racial Identity Counseling in Colorado

Navigating questions of racial identity, belonging, and the weight of racial trauma or microaggressions can be exhausting to carry without a space that truly understands. You shouldn't have to process it alone. Overcomers Counseling offers culturally responsive counseling across Colorado Springs, Aurora, Fort Collins, and Pueblo, plus statewide teletherapy.

You Don't Have to Carry This Alone

Racial identity counseling makes space for experiences that are often minimized or misunderstood elsewhere — questions of belonging, the impact of discrimination, navigating multiple cultural identities, or the exhaustion of code-switching day to day. Our therapists provide a space where these experiences are seen, named, and taken seriously.

What Counseling Can Support

Sessions often focus on processing experiences of racism or discrimination, exploring questions of identity and belonging, navigating intergenerational or cultural expectations, building resilience and community connection, and addressing the mental health impact of racial trauma. This work is deeply personal, and our therapists follow your lead.

How Our Therapists Help

Our providers approach this work with cultural humility, listening first and building support around your specific experiences and goals rather than a one-size-fits-all framework. For clients who want it, we also offer faith-integrated counseling that honors the role faith and community often play in resilience.

Support Near You

Find culturally responsive 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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FAQs about Racial Identity

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What is the goal of racial identity counseling?

Understanding your racial identity can feel like putting together a puzzle with a lot of missing pieces. The goal of counseling isn’t to give you all the answers. It’s to help you find your own pieces and put them together in a way that feels authentic to you. We work together to help you explore your unique experience, process any feelings of trauma or discrimination, and find a sense of self-worth that is not defined by others. We believe you have the power to create your own story.

How can a person process racial trauma?

Racial trauma is a serious issue that can have a significant impact on your mental health. It can feel like your body is carrying the weight of a history that is not your own. Counseling provides a safe space for you to process the past, understand how it is impacting your present, and find a sense of healing. We'll help you rebuild your life on a foundation that feels authentic to you, so you can find a sense of peace.

Can a person from a different background really understand my struggle?

This is a very valid concern. It's like trying to explain the rules of a game to someone who has never played it. Our counselors are trained to be empathetic and supportive, regardless of their background. While we may not have the same lived experience, we can provide a safe space for you to explore your feelings without judgment. We believe in your capacity to heal, and we're here to help you get there.

How does counseling help me with microaggressions?

Microaggressions can feel like a series of small paper cuts—they don't seem like a big deal on their own, but over time, they can add up and leave a scar. Counseling provides a space for you to process the pain of these subtle acts of racism. We'll help you understand your emotions, and we’ll give you a toolkit of strategies to manage your feelings and respond with confidence. We believe in your capacity to live a full life, and we are here to help you.

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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