Compassionate Connections Sex + Couples Counseling

Cara Cole, LCSW, LCSW-C (Texas, New York & Maryland) is a kind and empathetic therapist who believes in supporting couples & families during life's transitional periods. Cara is a Gottman therapist by style and Level 2 Gottman Certified Therapist. Cara specializes in individual & couples therapy for blended families, step-family/ co-parenting dynamics, motherhood, pregnancy, postpartum and the ever changing relationship one has with themselves and their bodies post shift in identity from self to parent/ partner and ideally reclaiming of the self again. Cara also has a special place in her heart and a special understanding for military families as this has been part of her own personal identity story.

I have a passion for supporting others during difficult times by providing a welcoming, nonjudgmental space to process challenges & empower people to use their strengths to make changes, reach their goals and increase communication. I use a person-centered, strengths based approach utilizing evidence-based practice, tailored to each person and their needs.

I have a background in working with those from many walks of life, but I am especially drawn to those facing struggles around parenting, blending families, motherhood, military life, depression, anxiety, body image, intimacy and relationship concerns.