Dr. Justin Cole

Experienced therapist blending practical strategies and empathy

LCSW, CSW Colorado

Experience: 25 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Justin

Dr. Justin Cole centers his practice on helping people manage stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, intimacy-related issues, and parenting challenges.

Background and approach

With 25 years of clinical experience and Colorado licensure as LCSW, CSW (CO LCSW CSW.00001426), he draws on a range of approaches to guide clients through practical change and emotional growth. He creates a respectful space for exploring difficult thoughts and feelings while supporting clients as they identify goals and develop skills for daily life.

His work combines evidence-informed methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

This blend allows him to tailor interventions to specific concerns including communication problems, commitment and control issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, and a range of personality and attachment-related difficulties. Based in Colorado, he provides care in English and prioritizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental stance to help clients build coping strategies and strengthen relationships over time.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Dr. Cole incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, useful for stress, anxiety, and many relationship-related concerns. He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) which emphasizes values-driven action and learning to relate differently to difficult thoughts and feelings, often helpful for chronic stress and persistent emotional pain. Attachment-Based Therapy is another component of his work, focusing on how early relationship patterns shape current connections and communication challenges.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process; the therapist will work with each person to clarify goals, try appropriate techniques, and adjust the plan based on what proves most helpful. Sessions often blend methods to match the client's needs, preferences, and progress over time.

Online therapy with Dr. Cole is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which provides flexibility for scheduling and lets clients engage from different locations. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care and access therapy that fits into busy lives while allowing licensed professionals to use proven therapeutic tools remotely.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family problems, intimacy-related issues, and parenting concerns, as well as related topics such as communication problems, codependency, and caregiver stress.

What is his therapeutic approach and style?

He uses a mix of evidence-informed methods including CBT, ACT, Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and DBT, offering a practical and collaborative style focused on skill-building and emotional exploration.

How long has he practiced clinically?

He brings 25 years of professional experience to his clinical work, applying that background to a wide range of interpersonal and emotional concerns.

What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

He is licensed in Colorado with credentials LCSW, CSW and holds the license number CO LCSW CSW.00001426.

Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?

International clients are not currently accepted; he provides services to clients within his licensed region and in English.

What session formats does he offer?

Available session formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issues

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shame ImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyGottman MethodMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

25+ years

Licensed

Colorado

Languages

English