Dr. Justin Cole, LCSW, CSW

Dr. Justin Cole is a former Army social work officer who practices in Colorado and brings 25 years of professional experience to his clinical work. He supports people managing PTSD, depression, anxiety, relationship and family conflicts, and intimacy-related concerns, helping them explore thoughts and emotions in a calm, steady manner. Dr. Cole holds LCSW and CSW credentials - LCSW indicates a license to practice clinical social work and CSW denotes an additional social work certification - and uses his clinical background to tailor care to each person’s situation.

He prioritizes creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared and understood. Dr. Cole approaches the first steps into therapy with encouragement, recognizing the courage it takes to begin, and works collaboratively with clients to set goals and build practical skills for improved coping, communication, and relationship health.

Whether addressing individual symptoms like anxiety and mood concerns or navigating family and intimacy challenges, he aims to help clients find clearer direction and greater resilience through thoughtful, person-centered care.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify values, accept difficult internal experiences, and commit to meaningful actions. It is often used for anxiety, persistent stress, and patterns that interfere with living a valued life. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early and current relational patterns shape emotions and relationships; it can be helpful for couples, family concerns, intimacy issues, and problems rooted in attachment or abandonment.

Dr. Justin Cole works collaboratively with each person to identify which approaches fit their goals and preferences. Together they will consider symptoms, relationship dynamics, and life circumstances to tailor a plan that feels useful and realistic, adjusting the approach as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Dr. Cole is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit work, family, and health needs. These options allow ongoing access to licensed professionals from different locations and make it easier to schedule consistent sessions, maintain continuity of care, and receive support between meetings when needed.