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Online therapist

Dr. Justin Cole

Experienced LCSW focused on family concerns

Credentials
LCSW, CSW
Experience
25 years
Licensed in
Colorado
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Justin

Dr. Justin Cole helps parents and adults who are juggling stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family tension, and intimacy worries. He introduces a calm, straightforward way of talking about problems so people can feel heard and understood.

Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer communication rather than jargon. He often reminds clients that starting therapy is a courageous choice and that change usually begins with small moves. Dr.

Cole holds a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential - LCSW - and a CSW and brings 25 years of professional experience.

Background and approach

He draws on training from evidence-based approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to build skills for everyday life. Attachment-Based Therapy and Client-Centered methods inform how he addresses relationship and family patterns. In sessions he focuses on concrete strategies for managing anxiety and stress, improving communication, and handling parenting and family concerns.

He also addresses broader issues such as caregiver stress, blended family challenges, and problems around commitment or control. Treatment plans are practical and tailored to each person’s goals. He practices in Colorado and conducts work in English.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules. Costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to availability.

The process is designed to match needs and preferences to a licensed professional who can help set next steps.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck. It focuses on identifying values and taking small actions that match what matters most, which can be useful for stress, anxiety, and relationship choices.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact. It teaches practical tools to shift unhelpful thinking patterns and build coping skills for anxiety, mood, and everyday conflicts.

Attachment-Based Therapy pays attention to patterns in close relationships and how early experiences shape current reactions. This approach can help when family dynamics, intimacy issues, or communication problems are part of the concern.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, and then try methods that fit the client’s needs. That decision is collaborative and can shift as progress is made.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible. These formats let people fit sessions into busy lives, maintain continuity during transitions, and choose the way of communicating that feels most comfortable.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Attachment-Based Therapy

Looks at how early bonds shaped what you expect from closeness, and how that plays out now with a partner, a parent, or your own children.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Dr. Cole address?
He focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family issues, intimacy-related concerns, and parenting. He also works with related problems such as attachment issues, caregiver stress, and blended family challenges.
What is his general therapy style?
Sessions are direct and practical, emphasizing clear communication and everyday skills. The work combines problem-solving with empathic listening to help people take small, workable steps.
How much experience does he bring?
Dr. Cole has 25 years of professional experience working in social work and mental health settings. That background shapes his focus on practical goals and real-life strategies.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed as LCSW and CSW with license details CO LCSW CSW.00001426 and practices in Colorado.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Appointments can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Specialties and expertise

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Experience
25 years
Licensed
Colorado
Languages
English

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