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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
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Dr. Michele Cole

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW (she, her)

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117 S Saint Asaph St, Alexandria, VA 22314
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117 S Saint Asaph St Alexandria, VA 22314
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Moving Forward, PLC founded in 2007; specializes in helping children, adolescents, adults, couples and the family system collectively to work through and move forward. Our skilled clinicians with over 100 years of experience will help you or you and your family to move past one's anxiety, depression, adjustment issues from separation/divorce or grief, social skill challenges, past trauma, addictions, obsessive compulsive issues, disruptive behaviors and attention issues. All therapy is done using evidence based practice. Dr. Cole is also a Clinical Supervision and Professor at George Mason University.
Currently, we are have groups for social issues, anxiety, trauma, parenting support and academic success. We do observations in the class setting and make recommendations to your child's teacher, to you or your school system. Making recommendations to connect all systems for your child's highest level of success.
Call or Dr. Michele Cole now for a free 15 minute consultation - (571) 536-2527

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Moving Forward, PLC

117 S Saint Asaph St

Alexandria, VA 22314 map

(571) 536-2527
My website
Taking new,past, & current clients in person & virtually. Our fees range from $170 to $255. Discover more about our practice on our webpage!
I specialize in Child, Anxiety and Depression 
$255 Per Session  
I see individuals, families and groups  
Welcome to Moving Forward, PLC! I would like to introduce myself here and tell you a bit about our team. Take care.
Dr. Michele Cole
Let's Connect (571) 536-2527
Photo of Dr. Michele Cole, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Moving Forward, PLC

117 S Saint Asaph St

Alexandria, VA 22314 map

(571) 536-2527
My website
Taking new,past, & current clients in person & virtually. Our fees range from $170 to $255. Discover more about our practice on our webpage!
I specialize in Child, Anxiety and Depression 
$255 Per Session  
I see individuals, families and groups  
Welcome to Moving Forward, PLC! I would like to introduce myself here and tell you a bit about our team. Take care.
Dr. Michele Cole

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $255
  • Couple Sessions $295

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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Moving Forward, PLC is an out-of-network provider; but an approved out-of-network provider for Tricare East. Most insurance plans reimburse for our services, and we provide a monthly superbill. Check your benefits instantly with Mentaya: mentaya.co/b/movingforwardplc (<-copy & paste in your browser)
Photo of Dr. Michele Cole, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Dr. Michele Cole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 536-2527
"
Moving Forward, PLC is an out-of-network provider; but an approved out-of-network provider for Tricare East. Most insurance plans reimburse for our services, and we provide a monthly superbill. Check your benefits instantly with Mentaya: mentaya.co/b/movingforwardplc (<-copy & paste in your browser)
Photo of Dr. Michele Cole, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Dr. Michele Cole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 536-2527

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Virginia / 0904006579 Michele Cole
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 22 years
  • Attended Catholic University of America, Ph.D., Graduated 2020
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from The Catholic University of America MSW / 2004
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My practice brings more than 100 years of collective experience working with children, teens, adults, and families. Fees vary, helping you find your ideal therapeutic fit. Start your journey by connecting with us today.
Photo of Dr. Michele Cole, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Dr. Michele Cole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 536-2527
"
My practice brings more than 100 years of collective experience working with children, teens, adults, and families. Fees vary, helping you find your ideal therapeutic fit. Start your journey by connecting with us today.
Photo of Dr. Michele Cole, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Dr. Michele Cole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 536-2527

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Child
  • Anxiety
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Adoption
  • Alcohol Use
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Coping Skills
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Divorce
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Eating Disorders
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sports Performance
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Teen Violence
  • Testing and Evaluation
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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We work with clients to help them to move past obstacles in their life that is inhibiting growth. And forward to accomplish their individual goals. During our initial session we will do a biopsychosocial to gather information about you to help us come up with a treatment plan. Then we work collaboratively with you to help you to work on objectives in your treatment plan to reach your goals.
Photo of Dr. Michele Cole, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Dr. Michele Cole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 536-2527
"
We work with clients to help them to move past obstacles in their life that is inhibiting growth. And forward to accomplish their individual goals. During our initial session we will do a biopsychosocial to gather information about you to help us come up with a treatment plan. Then we work collaboratively with you to help you to work on objectives in your treatment plan to reach your goals.
Photo of Dr. Michele Cole, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Dr. Michele Cole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 536-2527

5 Endorsements

Kayla Eding
Kayla Eding
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Michele Cole is a highly skilled therapist with a compassionate approach. With dedication and expertise, she offers invaluable support to individuals navigating challenges. I highly recommend Michele for her commitment to client care.
Jaime E Holtzman
Jaime E Holtzman
Licensed Professional CounselorMALPCNCC
I deeply admire Dr. Cole's expertise, warmth, and insight. She brings exceptional skill to helping others understand and navigate complex situations with clarity, compassion, and authenticity, making her a truly outstanding therapist.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Religion

Christian

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Psychodynamic
  • Psychological Testing and Evaluation
  • Strength-Based
  • Structural Family Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
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We find the theory that best helps us to help our clients. When working with children we typically use child centered play therapy in combination with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). For adolescents and adults you will likely find us using a combination of theory depending on the treatment plan. Some modalities are Strengths Based Perspective, CBT, DBT, ERP and Psychodynamic theory.
Photo of Dr. Michele Cole, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Dr. Michele Cole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 536-2527
"
We find the theory that best helps us to help our clients. When working with children we typically use child centered play therapy in combination with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). For adolescents and adults you will likely find us using a combination of theory depending on the treatment plan. Some modalities are Strengths Based Perspective, CBT, DBT, ERP and Psychodynamic theory.
Photo of Dr. Michele Cole, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Dr. Michele Cole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (571) 536-2527

Groups


Location

Primary Location

Moving Forward, PLC

117 S Saint Asaph St

Alexandria, VA 22314

(571) 536-2527

Nearby Areas

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Taking new,past, & current clients in person & virtually. Our fees range from $170 to $255. Discover more about our practice on our webpage!
Photo of Dr. Michele Cole, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Dr. Michele Cole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (571) 536-2527
"
Taking new,past, & current clients in person & virtually. Our fees range from $170 to $255. Discover more about our practice on our webpage!
Photo of Dr. Michele Cole, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Dr. Michele Cole
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (571) 536-2527