Schizophrenia Spectrum

Compassionate Support for Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders

Living with schizophrenia spectrum challenges? Our counseling provides understanding, coping strategies, and guidance to help manage symptoms and improve daily life.

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Schizophrenia Spectrum Counseling in Colorado

Living with a condition on the schizophrenia spectrum, or loving someone who is, brings real challenges that shouldn't have to be faced without support. Overcomers Counseling offers coordinated, compassionate care across Colorado Springs, Aurora, Fort Collins, and Pueblo, plus statewide teletherapy.

You Don't Have to Face This Alone

Schizophrenia spectrum conditions affect thinking, perception, and daily functioning in ways that can feel isolating, both for the individual and their family. Stigma often makes it harder to reach out for help. Our therapists provide a space free of judgment, working alongside psychiatric care to support stability and quality of life.

How Counseling Fits Into Care

Therapy for schizophrenia spectrum conditions often focuses on coping skills, managing symptoms day to day, processing the emotional impact of the diagnosis, improving relationships and communication, and supporting family members in understanding and responding effectively. Therapy works best alongside consistent psychiatric and medication support.

How Our Team Helps

Our providers coordinate closely with our psychiatry team to align therapy and medication management, while also offering family support to help loved ones build a healthy, understanding home environment. For clients who want it, we offer faith-integrated counseling as part of a holistic support plan.

Support Near You

Find coordinated care 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 and your family deserve support built around stability and dignity. Our team is ready to help. Get matched with a provider today.

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FAQs

FAQs about Schizophrenia Spectrum

Find the perfect specialist who gets you—and your needs—better than your favorite barista gets your coffee order.

What is the difference between schizophrenia and psychosis?

Psychosis is a symptom, like a fever. It’s a temporary state where a person loses touch with reality. Schizophrenia is a chronic disease that involves episodes of psychosis. Think of it this way: everyone gets a fever sometimes, but a fever isn't always a sign of a chronic illness. We'll help you understand your unique experience and develop a plan to take control.

How can a person with schizophrenia live a normal life?

Yes! With the right support, it is absolutely possible to live a fulfilling life with schizophrenia. The journey is challenging, but you can learn to manage your symptoms and find a sense of peace. The most effective treatment is a comprehensive approach that includes medication and counseling. We believe in your capacity to live a full and meaningful life, and we're here to help you every step of the way.

What are some common challenges that people with schizophrenia face?

Living with schizophrenia can feel like you are on an unpaved road. It can be challenging and unpredictable. You may struggle with disorganized thoughts, hallucinations, or delusions, and it can feel 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.

What is the goal of counseling for schizophrenia?

Living with schizophrenia can feel like you're in a movie with a strange script and a set of rules that no one else can see. The goal of counseling isn’t to tell you that your reality isn’t real; it's to help you find your footing in a world that can feel confusing and overwhelming. We work together to help you understand your thoughts and feelings, build a sense of self, and find a sense of peace and security. We believe in your capacity to live a full life, and we are here to help you get there.

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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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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.
May 12, 2026
Jacquelynne Sils, LPC
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I really appreciate how she helped me with my anger management, anxiety, she helped me with my issues with my dad, etc. I really appreciate everything that she did for me and she opened my eyes to realize that there is so much more to life than what you can see with your bare eyes.
May 11, 2026
 Alondra Faudoa LPC
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Our fist time here for intake but I think we are going to like it here.
Apr 29, 2026
Benjamin Leverentz, LPCC
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The staff is super awesome. It’s a breath of fresh air being able to get the weight off of my chest. 5/5 10/10 whatever the scale. I never realized how much it would help. Wish I would’ve done it sooner! Better late than never !
Apr 23, 2026
Stefanie Kerr, LPCC, NCC, MA
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I have been through some very extreme trauma, and I've also done so much research and done so much work on my own. As a very self aware patient, it's insanely difficult to find a good fit for a therapist. Sometimes you just need to find someone who thinks outside of the box. Someone who makes you see a different perspective. I found this in Stefanie Kerr. She the most wonderful therapist I have ever met, and I've met A LOT! She encourages you to see yourself as just a normal human. You get stuck in this mindset that you aren't normal and get used to the label of being a broken person and she somehow makes you feel like you were never actually broken at all, you were just using your toolbox all wrong. She gives you the guidance to use what you found that works for you and makes it better! She smashes toxic coping mechanisms and helps you turn them into beneficial ones. She not only improved my life but my relationship with emotions in general. Along the way therapy with her has even helped my marriage!! Not only has my spouse seen a huge change in me, but my peers have pointed out how absolutely zen I am compared to how emotionally dysregulated I used to be. The way she changes your relationship with emotions is absolutely magical and I will recommend her to everyone I know until I die. She is an absolute blessing to the therapy world.
Apr 17, 2026
Kaitlyn Chiasson, LPCC, NCC
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I was very happy with my journey with Overcomers. The process was very satisfying and has changed my life for the better. I have confidence that I've never had in my life, and I feel I now have the tools to overcome any obstacles going forward. May counselor was patient, kind and understanding and helped me work through my issues one at a time.
Apr 16, 2026
Marie-Kriz Whatley, LPC
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I gained the tools I needed for this phase in my life. My therapist was able to help me get unstuck from trauma I needed to deal with.