I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience working in both private and public sectors . Life changes happen and I work with clients to build coping and resiliency skills. I help clients manage stress, anxiety, trauma, racial identity, self-esteem, and confidence Respect, empathy, and listening provide the foundation for any dialog and treatment plan. Your unique and specific needs are addressed in a collaborative manner whereby you are the expert. Think about it this way, you're in the driver seat and I'm the GPS system that provide directions based on the information you provide. You decide what goals to work on and your amount of effort as demonstrated by actionable steps. Occasionally, we may have to re-route when the interventions are not providing the desired outcome. We discuss the best way to get to your destination with regular check-ins to gauge if the sessions are effective for you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Additional areas of focus: Family conflicts, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Depression, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Guilt and shame, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Multicultural concerns, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-love, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
IL LCPC 180009345
GA LPC LPC009032
SC LPC 10379
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Loved our first session!
Written on Apr 01, 2025 after therapy with Nicole for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief
Great therapist
Written on Jan 29, 2025 after therapy with Nicole for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and anger management
My past experiences in therapy have always being lacked getting to the root cause of my issues. Dr. Ford has provided supplemental readings so I can continue to work on my own time and delve deeper into my past which I haven’t done before. Even only after 2 sessions I can tell there will be a lot to gain.
Written on Jan 01, 2025 after therapy with Nicole for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
This has been my first time in therapy and Dr.Ford has really made it an amazing experience. Right from the start she was welcomeing, easy to talk to and understanding of my goals. She has a great way of explaining things so it’s easy to process, and she gives advice and comments that are relevant. I’ve really enjoyed my time working with Dr.Ford.
Written on Oct 31, 2024 after therapy with Nicole for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dr.Ford is simply the best. She is positive and helps provide you with the tools you need to be successful and identify things you may not have even seen. She listens and gives helpful articles and videos as well as good suggestions and thoughtful questions to consider. She keeps things lighthearted while also getting to the root of things in a way that isn't overwhelming. Would 100% recommend her.
Written on Jul 23, 2024 after therapy with Nicole for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Dr. Ford has been very helpful. I really enjoy talking to her
Written on Jul 15, 2024 after therapy with Nicole for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd