- Relationship support
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
About Colin
Colin Overton is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 10 years of experience. He works with people dealing with relationships, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, and common young-adult concerns like stress and anxiety.
Colin prefers straightforward conversations. He focuses on helping people name what feels wrong and find practical ways to change day-to-day patterns. Sessions are direct and conversational, with attention to what is happening now and what can be done next.
His background includes a decade of clinical work in Illinois with adults facing grief, depression, bipolar disorder, and addiction issues. He also addresses intimacy-related concerns, anger, low self-esteem, and problems tied to career transitions and life changes.
Colin has worked with a wide range of topics beyond the usual list, including adoption and foster care, aging and geriatric issues, BDSM and kink, blended family matters, first responder strains, gender dysphoria, HIV/AIDS, hospice and end-of-life concerns, infidelity, jealousy, multicultural stress, polyamory and non-monogamous arrangements, prejudice and discrimination, self-harm, and sexual assault and abuse.
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions. The focus is on practical coping, clearer decision making, and steps people can try between meetings. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session.
How evidence-based approaches guide online sessions
Two evidence-based approaches commonly used by licensed professionals are cognitive behavioral techniques and trauma-informed care. Cognitive behavioral methods help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors, which can ease anxiety, depression, and problem habits. Trauma-informed care focuses on understanding how past harm affects current reactions and relationships, and it supports safety and pacing when addressing painful memories.Finding the right method is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to figure out which approaches fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That discussion may change as therapy progresses, and techniques can be adjusted along the way.
Confirm the current session formats before booking, since the biography does not list specific online options. In general, online work can make sessions easier to fit around jobs, classes, and travel. It can reduce commute time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people meet from wherever they are located within the therapist's service area. Ask about available formats when you complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule your first session.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with relationship problems, family conflict, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, and related issues relevant to young adults.
How would you describe his style in sessions?
Sessions are direct and conversational. He focuses on naming problems and finding practical steps to change day-to-day patterns.
What is his professional background?
He has 10 years of professional experience working in Illinois with adults on a wide range of mental health and relationship concerns.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is an Illinois LCPC and practices in Illinois.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy through BetterHelp is for adults aged 18 and over and is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.