LoriAnn Ford, LCSW — Therapist in North Carolina

Hi there, I'm LoriAnn!

I am a compassionate and direct therapist.

My focus

I have experience treating anxiety, behavioral issues, depression, stress, and trauma.

My approach

I utilize Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Stress Management, Art Therapy, Play Therapy, and Mindfulness.

My communication style

I create a safe, non-judgmental environment for people. I believe we all go through a hard time in life and at some point, will need someone to listen, empathize, and provide sound advice and guidance.

My journey to mental healthcare

I wanted to become a therapist to help people work through and solve problems in their lives. I want to be a soft place to fall, so that people feel valued, nurtured, and encouraged.

My goals for you

It is critical to create goals in therapy. I use a collaborative approach to create treatment goals.

Our first session

During the first session, I will complete a biopsychosocial assessment. I will learn more about the presenting issue(s), medical history, social environment, and strengths. We will also create a treatment plan.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Jehovah's Witness

Expertise

Specialties

Oppositional Defiance

+ 15 more

Treatment approaches

Art Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Play Therapy

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

+ 8 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors
Preteens
Children

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Ambetter

+ 50 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

LoriAnn Ford