meet cole Philippou

Cole’s credentials and philosophy

licensed professional counselor (lpc) - clinical license – 178.021903  - pronouns (he/him/his) - english - individuals & couples

I have a profound belief in the strength and resilience of the human condition. Each person carries a vast amount of internal resources and inherent capacity that may, at times, feel distant or even inaccessible. My role as a therapist is to help clients utilize their strengths in a way that leads to tangible, impactful progress.

My therapeutic approach is anchored in the belief that insight leads to lasting change. With a greater understanding of our thought processes, interpersonal patterns, and behavioral tendencies, comes an increased ability for purposeful growth. Alongside this process, I incorporate somatic interventions that work with the body’s physiological responses. I also draw from modalities like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to capture the complexity of the human experience.

At the center of my work is a warm, accepting, and intuitive presence. I strive to attune to each client’s unique needs through a personalized, relational approach. With curiosity at the forefront, we will explore your internal experience and how it shapes the way you relate to the world around you.

Some of my intersecting identities are

white cisgender male - greek - former athlete - born and raised in baltimore - loves the outdoors and exploring new places - lgbtq+ advocate and ally

specialization

cole’s areas of focus:

identity formation and development, athletes, relationship issues, trauma, depression, anxiety, eating disorders - neurodivergence (ADHd + autism spectrum disorder)

cole’s approach:

relational, psychodynamic theory, somatic intervention, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), internal family systems (IFS), trauma informed - Gottman method

education

Northwestern University

master of arts in counseling

The Gottman Institute

Gottman Level 1 training