About Patrick Cole

Patrick Thomas Cole completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Arizona in 1989, in the fields of sociology and anthropology. He later graduated from the University of Denver’s Graduate School of Social Work, receiving his Master of Social Work (MSW) degree. Patrick selected the Master of Social Work degree because he is interested in the whole person, both individually and within the context of his or her environment. He is committed to social justice for every population, and remains committed to charity work around the world. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Colorado, specializing in Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.

Patrick offers empathy and compassion to every client, often incorporating Buddhist philosophy and Depth Psychology to the basis of the aforementioned evidenced-based behavioral therapies. He firmly believes in the potential of every client with whom he works, often focusing on solutions and strengths, rather than problems.

Patrick has found along the way that the partnership of therapy achieves surprising results for his clients. Together, he and his clients clear away the obstacles to potential, revealing opportunities for lasting growth, as well as the realization of unexpected goals that were not considered at the outset of therapy. This unfolding and openness is what keeps Patrick committed and passionate about the field of psychotherapy. His absence of judgment, and his preponderance of gratitude, is what keeps his clients focused and committed to growth.

Patrick continues to develop his clinical skills by attending a variety of continuing education seminars and symposia across the country. He also works for Centura Health, at Porter Hospital, on the inpatient psychiatric unit. Additionally, Patrick has found it helpful to enhance his diagnostic awareness by working for the Emergency Psychiatric Assessment Team at Centura. In this way, he takes great pride in helping patients and their families in crisis.