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Liddy Cole(They/Them/Theirs)

(They/Them/Theirs)
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
Massachusetts
Anxiety-ADHD-Learning disabilities-Trauma-Adoption & foster care-Parenting-
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Professional statement

Liddy Cole is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Brookline, MA who specializes in anxiety, life transitions, ADHD, learning disabilities, adoption, and trauma. Many of their clients have trouble adjusting to a new situation—whether it is college, a new job, parenthood, etc. They have extensive experience working with college students and individuals diagnosed with ADHD. They also help adults with learning disabilities figure out if they are getting appropriate accommodations at work.

Liddy has expertise in working with adult adoptees around identity issues and anything related to that lived experience as it might come up in individual therapy. Their treatment focus in that area is centered more around adoption as an element of someone's identity and not the logistical process of adopting a child. They also work with parents on an individual basis for support balancing parenting stress/individual mental health needs.

While Liddy primarily works from a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) framework, they utilize a number of different treatment modalities depending on their client’s needs and goals. They help their clients gain a better understanding of how past experiences have informed who they are today and how they interact with the world. Many discussions revolve around why a client feels stuck and how they can learn to move forward and open themselves up to new experiences or thought patterns. For some clients, meditation and guided visualizations prove helpful.

Liddy’s demeanor is gentle and encouraging. They guide their clients as they gain insight into themselves and begin to make connections about past and present experiences. They look forward to meeting you.


Message to clients

Society is filled with messages about how our lives should look and feel, and when we fall short we often blame ourselves, leading to sadness and despair. I work with clients to uncover their own strengths, and to regain power over the areas of life that feel overwhelming or out of control. My approach to treatment is evidence-based while being affirming and non-stigmatizing. My energy is warm and friendly, and past clients have appreciated the chance to explore difficult content in a non-judgmental environment.

I offer free 15-minute phone consultations to assess if my practice is the right fit for your needs. Please message me to schedule.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 10 years

Private Practice
HFLW Child and Family Counseling Center
Boston Children's Hospital

Simmons College, MSW, 2014
College of Charleston, BS in Psychology, 2006

Licensure

Massachusetts: 120345

Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

ADHD - Skill-building and support around organizational challenges, distracted attention, procrastination; building and maintaining healthy routines and structure

Learning disabilities - Developing strategies for successful learning specific to one’s unique strengths and challenges

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

Adoption & foster care - Support around pre- and post-adoption challenges including family dynamics, challenging behaviors, attachment issues, and navigation of the child welfare system or adoption agencies

Parenting - Helping parents develop and implement strategies to address challenges that arise throughout childrearing; managing stress and increasing support




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Parents
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

Liddy Cole is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.


Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$125 (45min)
  • Initial session:$125 (45min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Credit Card
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • As needed