La'Boris Cole

Dr. La'Boris Cole is an Adjunct Professor and licensed professional counselor with a doctoral specialization in Clinical Counseling: Teaching & Supervision and Marriage & Family Therapy. She is affiliated with Trevecca Nazarene University and teaches in the Master of Arts in Professional Counseling program. Her career bridges academia, clinical practice, and community outreach, with leadership roles in mental health treatment centers and educational consulting.

Her educational background includes a BS in Psychology, MS in Marriage & Family Counseling, and PhD in Clinical Counseling from Mississippi College and Trevecca Nazarene University. She is a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), with additional certifications in Emotionally Focused Therapy (Level I) and the Prepare-Enrich Marriage Program.

Dr. Cole's research and professional interests focus on integrating practical, research-based, and experiential teaching methods in counseling education. Her work emphasizes healing, empowerment, and mentorship, particularly in areas of family dynamics, trauma, narcissistic abuse recovery, and the intersection of mental health with worship and spiritual arts. She advocates for holistic, community-centered approaches to emotional well-being.

Though no peer-reviewed articles are listed, her scholarly contributions include authoring the book Wisdom Over War: I Dodged A Bullet – a love story involving war, narcissism, and wisdom, which reflects her expertise in trauma and relational healing. Her teaching philosophy centers on cultivating competent, compassionate counseling professionals through real-world application.

• Board-Certified National Counselor (NCC)
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
• Certified Level I Clinician in Emotionally Focused Therapy
• Certified Facilitator, Prepare-Enrich Marriage Program

Dr. Cole has advised and mentored numerous individuals through her roles as educator, life coach, and clinical supervisor. She has served as a drug and alcohol consultant for the Metro Davidson County School District’s First Offenders Program, contributing to youth intervention and prevention initiatives. Her leadership extends to grant-eligible community programs through her treatment centers, though specific grants are not detailed.

She leads two organizations: Cole Associates & Counselors of Texas, PLLC, and Restoration Treatment Center, LLC—both providing mental health, addiction, and counseling services. These centers function as training and service hubs, integrating clinical practice with community healing. She also holds ministry leadership roles focused on merging worship arts with emotional health awareness.