Donna Ford, LPC

Donna Ford is a licensed professional counselor in Tennessee with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She has provided care across residential, outpatient, inpatient, and in-home settings, and brings that breadth of experience to work with individuals facing depression, anxiety, grief, addictions, anger, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions.

Donna uses a person-centered, motivational, and integrative style that begins by meeting each person where they are and shaping treatment to match individual needs. Her work draws on evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused strategies to help clients build practical skills and clearer paths forward. As an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - she combines clinical training with a warm, compassionate, and supportive manner.

Collaboration is central to Donna's approach. She partners with clients to set concrete goals and develop step-by-step plans to address current problems, whether the focus is coping with stress, rebuilding after loss, managing addictive behaviors, or improving relationships. Donna welcomes people who are ready to take active steps toward their emotional and mental health goals and offers steady support throughout the process.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Donna Ford offers several evidence-informed approaches that translate well to online work. Client-centered therapy emphasizes understanding each person from their own perspective and building a supportive, non-judgmental relationship; this approach is useful for exploring personal values, improving self-esteem, and navigating life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and developing practical skills to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-focused attention and acceptance skills that can reduce reactivity and support coping with grief, trauma, and emotional distress.

Finding the right combination of methods is part of the therapeutic process. Donna collaborates with clients to determine which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative approach helps ensure the work feels relevant and manageable.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, access support from home, and continue care during transitions, while still working with licensed professionals who guide treatment and skill development.