James Cole
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
North Dakota therapists accepting new clients
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About James
Welcome!
My name is Michael Cole (James) and I am a licensed mental health professional. I offer my services here as a part-time, private practice contractor. I hold multiple degrees including a Master’s in Social Work and I am currently a doctoral candidate studying advanced clinical social work. I hold multiple licenses to practice as an independent mental health professional (LICSW/LCSW) in various states.
My approach to services is eclectic in nature, which is to say that I shift my approach to meet your needs, whatever those may be. I do not believe in “cookie-cutter approaches” to this kind of work as each person is unique as are their needs and goals. I strive to be culturally informed and desire to provide competent support to all persons in need.
You deserve a clinician that you can trust and who is focused on your specific needs. You deserve someone who will hold space for you, who will not cast judgement, and who will work with you to help you determine what the best path forward looks like. These things are what I strive to provide to every client I see.
I am very excited to meet you and to get started on addressing the concerns/issues that brought you in to see me. Please, don’t hesitate to ask if you have any questions.
PLEASE NOTE: I do not offer “messaging sessions” and due to my limited availability I mandate that clients only book sessions that they can keep as no-shows, late cancels, and late appearances will result in my having you find another provider to work with who can accommodate such things. While there are some people who don’t care for this approach, this policy is the best way that I have found to be equally fair to all clients.
Thank you for reading up on me. I hope to connect with you soon.
What James helps with
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Career difficulties
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- LGBT
- Parenting issues
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
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- Abandonment
- Adoption and foster care
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Antisocial personality
- Avoidant personality
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Blended family issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Dependent personality
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Narcissism
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Post-traumatic stress
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Somatization
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
How James works
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
What clients say
- “James has been solid. I appreciate him”
- “He’s really nice makes me feel safe and welcomed and he’s really easy to talk to”
- “James is a brilliant therapist. He has years of experience and in depth training which clearly shows. He is professionally able to support you, provides profound insight into your situation and challenges, and helps you to see perspectives which help you to heal. The best therapist I've found so found.”
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- “One of the best!”
- “Very helpful”
- “I didn't think it was possible to feel hopeful again, but my work with my therapist James Cole has brought me back to life.<br /> Three months ago, my world fell apart. I lost my dad, and my husband left me on the same day without any explanation. The loneliness and fear were constant. I wasn’t sure online therapy was the best answer for me and was very hesitant, but it has been a true blessing and a lifeline. <br /> His education, experience and innovative approach are true gifts; he has created a safe space for me to heal and has guided me through the darkest time of my life with compassion, kindness and care.<br /> I am incredibly grateful for his support and for helping me believe in a beautiful future again.”
- “James has a wealth of experience and is very insightful!”
- “Great listener, has good insight.”
- “I have struggled trying to find an empathetic counselor that really makes ME think about what I NEED to do to take care of myself. Thank you, James!”
- “Excellent listener and teacher”
- “James is a wonderful therapist! In the four months I’ve been doing therapy, he is very considerate and responsive. He takes time to break things down in easy to understand ways which helps a lot in getting through issues that I bring up about personal life. <br /> <br /> James is by far the best therapist I’ve had.”
- “He's an amazing guy! His thoughtful feedback and ability to listen at the same time has made him my favorite therapist. I've had a few in the past via traditional therapy, but James definitely has understood me best.”
- “A great fit”
- “My therapist is the kindest person I've ever talked to. He's incredibly patient and makes me feel genuinely welcome. His compassion and understanding create a trusting and positive therapeutic environment that has a profound impact on my well-being.”
- “James has been the best thing to happen to me the second we connected. I’m grateful for finding him & being able to be the person I am today emotionally. Thank you James.”
These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.