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.
Professional experience
15 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety Trauma and abuse Motivation, self esteem, and confidence Coping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Family conflicts, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Depression, Executive and professional 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
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Very easy to talk to. Knowledgeable. Only my first session but I left it feeling a little better
Written on Jun 15, 2026 after therapy with Nicole for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, and anger management
Excellent communicator and great listener. I highly recommend her
Written on Jun 08, 2026 after therapy with Nicole for 1 year and 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I am very pleased with Dr. Ford. We are doing great work together.
Written on May 31, 2026 after therapy with Nicole for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and family conflicts
The exact support/help I've been looking for! Not only does she listen, when she speaks she first seeks undertsnading of what she heard , offers opposing viewpoints when appropriate and then offers options on how to deal with my concerns I really like her ability to keep me out of the past and looking toward the future in hopes that my actions yield the results I desire. I can't believe I "lucked" out with my first assigned counselor!
Written on May 20, 2026 after therapy with Nicole for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Dr. Ford is an exceptional therapist and has been patient with me. Her process allows me to feel comfortable being vulnerable and make the difficult changes I need, in order to create the life I desire.
Written on Feb 02, 2026 after therapy with Nicole for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
Wonderful
Written on Nov 02, 2025 after therapy with Nicole for 7 months on issues concerning grief
Im a still a new patient of Dr. Ford's but so far she has had excellent insights into the issues that Im dealing with and goals that I wish to accomplish. I feel very positive about the start of my journey and really believe that if I put in the work Dr. Ford will help me develope and grow into the well rounded, driven successful individual I know is inside of me.
Written on Oct 10, 2025 after therapy with Nicole for 3 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, and adhd
She is incredible!! She listens closely and works perfectly with me to learn different topics on how different things affect our moods, mental health, etc
Written on Jul 22, 2025 after therapy with Nicole for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Excellent!
Written on Jun 30, 2025 after therapy with Nicole for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Working with Dr. Ford has helped me through one of the most difficult and emotional seasons of my life. She’s compassionate, nonjudgmental, and creates a space where I feel safe to be completely honest. She’s helped me unpack my emotions, communicate more clearly, and start rebuilding trust in myself and my relationship. I’m truly grateful for her support and guidance — it’s made a real difference.
Written on Jun 14, 2025 after therapy with Nicole for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
It was refreshing to speak to Dr Ford about a variety of issues. She was attentive and gave great feedback during the conversation
Written on May 19, 2025 after therapy with Nicole for 3 weeks
She is awesome!
Written on May 11, 2025 after therapy with Nicole for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
Dr. Ford is a treasure! Her capacity to show up, pay attention, listen deeply, and be a true “witness” in service to her clients leaves them feeling somehow less alone…seen…hopeful. Dr. Ford weaves together her clinical knowledge, her wisdom, and her genuine empathy in the most impactful way.
Written on Apr 20, 2025 after therapy with Nicole for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
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
She is a wonderful therapist. She listens and helps you to get to the heart of the issue.
Written on May 26, 2024 after therapy with Nicole for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Dr. Ford listens to my concerns and offers helpful advice. She invariably gives me something new to consider that had not occurred to me before. I also am given access to helpful videos and websites that refer back to what was discussed. Highly recommend.
Written on May 07, 2024 after therapy with Nicole for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, and self esteem
Dr. Ford is kind, knowledgeable, and listens to my concerns. She helps me to be proactive with my self-care through videos, books, and worksheets. I am confident in her skills as a therapist.
Written on Mar 24, 2024 after therapy with Nicole for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and bipolar disorder
Dr. Ford is knowledgeable, warm, humorous and help increase my self-awareness during times of stress through active listening and discussion, videos, and worksheets. I highly recommend working with her!
Written on Jan 10, 2024 after therapy with Nicole for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
Dr. Ford helped me recover from burnout at work. More importantly, she provided the perspective and insight I needed to help me discover what my actual goals were. I’ll always be grateful for our time together.
Written on Mar 12, 2023 after therapy with Nicole for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Dr. Ford is amazing! She helped me work through things that I didn’t even know existed. With the tools she’s taught me I’m able to navigate many things on my own. Her help working through things has been important but the tools she has taught me are paramount.
Written on Jan 20, 2023 after therapy with Nicole for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Dr. Ford has helped me so much in the month or so I’ve been seeing her. I like my therapists to help me stay on track and keep learning about my self-improvement, instead of having someone to just complain to. She remembers things about me and understands what I need to get where I want to be. I needed someone to hold me accountable and to send homework so I can stay on the right path. She also has a great sense of humor. She is wonderful! Highly recommend!
Written on Nov 28, 2022 after therapy with Nicole for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr. Ford's guidance has been very helpful in building my competence in managing tough emotions. She has helped me to identify some of the causes of my struggles in this area and has provided tools for being more mindful of how I approach and respond to triggering situations. She's a considerate and attentive listener, is respectful of patients' time, and provides summaries of each session and independent exercises that are challenging but beneficial. I enthusiastically recommend Dr. Ford!
Written on Oct 28, 2022 after therapy with Nicole for 1 month on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coaching
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