LPC, 10 years of experience
New to Grow
Cole is a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Georgia, with a passion for improving mental health support within communities of color. He has been practicing since 2016, bringing a unique blend of professional expertise and personal lived experiences to his work. A proud graduate of an HBCU, he holds a Master of Public Health with dual concentrations in Health Behavior, and Health Management & Policy. He also earned a Master of Science degree with dual concentrations in Rehabilitation and Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Cole’s approach is rooted in a deep understanding of the challenges faced by people of color in accessing mental health care. His goal is to be a greater resource to these communities by offering empathetic, culturally competent care that meets individuals where they are—without judgment and with a genuine commitment to helping. His diverse background allows him to connect with clients in a way that fosters trust and healing, regardless of the size of the challenge they face.
A safe space for self expression, exploration and insight. I am committed to providing quality support and guidance tailored to your unique needs.
Challenging Solution-oriented Inquisitive Outside of his professional life, Cole enjoys cooking soul food, engaging in full-body workouts, practicing yoga, and participating in community service with his fraternity. He values personal well-being, dedicating one day a week to self-care activities such as relaxing at home, enjoying a haircut or massage, getting a pedicure, or walking his Cane Corso, Shango, along his community’s nature trail.
I appreciate working with anyone motivated or needing help uncovering a pathway to healthy self-discovery, to feel differently, to experience relationships deeper, and to be seen and heard.
Cognitive behavioral therapy usually takes place over a limited number of sessions (typically five to 20). Results aren't seen immediately. CBT usually takes time and sometimes involves uncomfortable work. Think of your therapist as a partner working with you through a process. If you keep working together toward the goals you’ve set, you’ll be able to mark your progress over time.
Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is a type of mental health therapy that helps you acknowledge your relationship with your thoughts and feelings. You learn to understand your feelings instead of changing them. You’ll work on reframing your values and adjusting your behaviors to better match them.
Mindfulness is a type of meditation in which you focus on being intensely aware of what you're sensing and feeling in the moment, without interpretation or judgment. Practicing mindfulness involves breathing methods, guided imagery, and other practices to relax the body and mind and help reduce stress. Spending too much time planning, problem-solving, daydreaming, or thinking negative or random thoughts can be draining. It can also make you more likely to experience stress, anxiety and symptoms of depression. Practicing mindfulness exercises can help you direct your attention away from this kind of thinking and engage with the world around you
Is an approach that acknowledges the pervasive impact of trauma and recognizes potential pathways for recovery. It emphasizes physical, psychological, and emotional safety for both providers and patients.
Is an intervention that involves the therapist providing their client with information about their diagnosis, symptoms, or the method of treatment used. It is more than simply sharing information with the client; psychoeducation refers to a structured and specific method of providing knowledge. The goal of psychoeducation is to help the client understand and cope with their diagnoses as well as improve treatment adherence, as clients who understand their treatment are better able to follow through on recommendations.