Reality Therapy

Reality Therapy in Colorado

Focus on your present actions and choices to create a more fulfilling life with Reality Therapy at Overcomers. Taking responsibility for your needs.

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Reality Therapy at Overcomers

This approach emphasizes taking responsibility for your choices and focusing on your present actions and how they are helping you meet your basic needs and wants. It’s about making conscious choices that lead to a more satisfying life.

Finding a Reality Therapist in Colorado

We believe your choices today shape your life more than anything that happened yesterday.

Reality Therapy emphasizes taking responsibility for your choices and focusing on present actions rather than past events. At Overcomers Counseling in Colorado, our Reality Therapy-informed therapists help clients evaluate whether their current behaviors are actually meeting their needs, and build more effective ways to get what they want out of life.

Our team of dedicated Reality Therapy-trained counselors keeps the focus practical and forward-looking.

Reality Therapy Services

You can't change the past, but you can change what you do next.

We offer Reality Therapy at our Colorado Springs, Aurora, Pueblo, and Fort Collins offices and via teletherapy statewide, often alongside Solution-Focused Brief Therapy.

Reality Therapy for Present-Focused Change

This approach is especially useful for clients who feel stuck rehashing the past and want a clearer path toward present-day decisions that actually work.

Benefits of Reality Therapy

Present-Focused and Practical — The work centers on what you can control right now.

Builds Personal Responsibility — You gain ownership over choices and outcomes.

Licensed Professional Counselors — Our providers bring genuine training in this results-oriented approach.

If you're ready to focus on what's next instead of what's already happened, connect with Overcomers Counseling to find a Reality Therapy provider in Colorado.

FAQs

FAQs about Reality Therapy

What is Reality Therapy?

Reality Therapy emphasizes taking responsibility for your choices and focusing on present actions rather than past events.

Does Reality Therapy address past trauma?

Reality Therapy centers on the present rather than the past, so it's often better suited for present-day decision-making than deep trauma work.

Is Reality Therapy covered by insurance?

Yes, Overcomers accepts Medicaid and most major insurance plans for Reality Therapy.

Is Reality Therapy available online in Colorado?

Yes, we offer this approach through teletherapy statewide as well as in person at our Colorado offices.

Who benefits from Reality Therapy?

Clients who feel stuck rehashing the past and want a clearer path toward present-day decisions that actually work.

Treatment Approaches

Treatment Approaches for Your Mental Health

At Overcomers Counseling, treatment is as unique as you are. From dialectical behavior therapy to art therapy, they mix classic and creative methods to help you thrive.

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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.

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.
Sep 12, 2026
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.
Sep 11, 2026
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.
Sep 10, 2026
 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
Sep 10, 2026
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!!!
Sep 9, 2026
 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. 🙂
Sep 6, 2026
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