I am licensed clinical social worker in Illinois with 25 plus years of professional experience in not for profit, governmental and for-profit sectors. I have been in provide practice for over 10 years.
A great deal of my work involves assist clients with manage stress and anxiety; relationship issues; navigating grief and depression; and coping with situational life challenges. I believe in treating everyone with respect, dignity, sensitivity, and compassion.
Treatment plans are the roadmaps used to guide our sessions. Each plan is tailored to meet your unique needs and routinely updated. I provide counseling services via Betterhelp M-F, 9:00am- 1:00pm.
Please feel free to reach out to me for scheduling.
It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling life. Today you have taken the first steps in that change process. I look forward to working with you.
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Adoption and Foster Care, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Attachment issues, Blended Family Issues, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Dependent Personality, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Fertility Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Military and Veterans Issues, Money and financial issues, Personality Disorders, Postpartum Depression, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and Discrimination, Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
IL LCSW 149.011528
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Leslie Ford. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I have not been with Dr. Ford for a long time, however, I have noticed changes in myself and more confidence. I know I still have a long way to go but Dr. Ford is very patient , kind, and gets to the point but delicately. It works for me and I appreciate every step I have taken is with her help. It takes effort on both sides.
Written on Jan 14, 2024 after therapy with Leslie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Dr.Ford is an amazing therapist, she has helped me by giving me skills to manage my mass anxiety as well as helping me go through some tough times. 100% highly recommend her. 10/10
Written on Dec 15, 2023 after therapy with Leslie for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Dr. Ford is by far the best therapist I have ever had! Over the years I've been acquainted with many different therapists for my self and for my children. She connects, holds me accountable, but allows me to make my own decisions on my timeline. Everyday I become a stronger ME!
Written on Dec 04, 2023 after therapy with Leslie for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and adhd
Dr. Ford has been great in my journey. I would recommend her to anyone needing help getting through a difficult time.
Written on Aug 01, 2023 after therapy with Leslie for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Dr. Ford is knowledgeable, empathetic and stays on point. She also offers suggestions in a friendly, non-threatening manner. Guidance through the therapy process is great! Highly recommend Dr. Ford!
Written on Nov 10, 2022 after therapy with Leslie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, anger management, and coping with life changes
Dr Ford’s expertise and wisdom are a breath of fresh air. She is direct yet gentle, listens well and helps guide thoughts back to reality to insure goals are established , so that health is restored.
Written on Sep 08, 2022 after therapy with Leslie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd