- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
- Client-centered work
About Cole
Cole Risbon is a Pennsylvania Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with five years of clinical experience. He focuses on common concerns such as stress, anxiety, sleep problems, anger, depression, and coping with life changes. He also works with people facing issues related to identity, relationships, career, ADHD, bipolar mood concerns, and trauma.
Cole uses a collaborative, client-centered approach. He starts by listening to what matters most and then helps people set practical goals. He mixes clear problem-solving tools with conversations that look at how past experiences affect current patterns.
In sessions he often uses cognitive behavioral techniques to spot the thoughts and behaviors that feed anger and anxiety. He also draws on dialectical behavior skills when someone needs concrete ways to manage intense emotions. Motivational interviewing helps when someone is unsure about making a change.
Cole aims to teach everyday coping skills. That can mean practicing breathing and grounding exercises, testing new behaviors between sessions, or breaking big problems into manageable steps. He also supports exploration of identity and relationship dynamics when those are part of the struggle.
People who choose his work can expect practical feedback, a steady focus on goals, and regular check-ins about progress. He asks people to be active collaborators in the work, bringing examples from day-to-day life so sessions stay relevant. He offers services in English and does not take international clients.
How his approaches translate to online work
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. It is useful for anger, anxiety, low mood, and sleep problems because it targets patterns that keep difficulties going. Dialectical Behavior Therapy focuses on teaching concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and better interpersonal communication. Those skills are practical tools to use when feeling overwhelmed or reactive.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Cole will work together with clients to pick methods that fit their goals and preferences. He reviews progress and adjusts the plan as needed, aiming for clear, doable steps rather than abstract theory.
The biography does not specify which online session formats are used, so confirm the available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - shorter check-ins, avoiding travel time, or scheduling sessions around work or family demands. Some formats use less bandwidth or do not require a camera, which can help on noisy days or when a quicker touchpoint is needed. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, homework, and skills practice to remote sessions so the work stays practical and focused.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
Cole works with stress, anxiety, sleeping difficulties, anger, depression, and life transitions. He also addresses trauma, relationship and identity concerns, ADHD, bipolar mood issues, and related areas listed in his profile.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He practices a collaborative, client-centered style that combines practical tools with conversation about life patterns. Sessions focus on clear goals and everyday skills.
How much experience does he have?
He has five years of experience working as a counselor. That experience includes helping people with anger, trauma, mood concerns, and relationship issues.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Pennsylvania LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and he practices in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are supported and can he see international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options with the service before booking to know whether video or phone sessions are offered.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on your chosen plan and location.
How do I start working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.