Donna Ford
Compassionate counselor guiding practical progress
LPC Tennessee
- Experience
- 20 years in practice
- Focus areas
- Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Anger
- Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
- Languages
- English
About Donna
Donna Ford is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) practicing in Tennessee with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She has worked across residential, outpatient, inpatient, and in-home settings, bringing a broad clinical background to each client encounter.
Background and approach
Donna concentrates on concerns such as depression, anxiety, grief, addictions, stress, anger, self-esteem, LGBT issues, relationships, family matters, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes. Her therapeutic stance is person-centered and motivational, adapting methods to fit the individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all plan.
She commonly uses evidence-based techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness practices, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and solution-focused strategies to build practical skills and identify concrete steps toward goals. Donna’s manner is described as warm, compassionate, and supportive, and she emphasizes collaboration to establish goals and actionable plans.
Clients can expect a tailored approach that begins with where they are now and moves toward measurable progress. Donna invites individuals who are ready to work on emotional and mental health goals to take the next step toward support and growth.
Using Evidence-Based Approaches in Online Therapy
Donna commonly draws on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical strategies for managing symptoms like anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT focuses on changing thoughts and behaviors through structured exercises and skill-building. She also uses client-centered therapy, which emphasizes listening, empathy, and creating a supportive environment so clients can explore their priorities and make self-directed changes. When emotion regulation or interpersonal challenges are prominent, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills such as mindfulness, distress tolerance, and emotion regulation may be incorporated to provide concrete tools.Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to choose and adapt techniques based on the client’s needs, goals, and preferences rather than following a single method rigidly. This tailoring helps ensure the plan fits the client’s circumstances and evolves as progress is made.
Online formats such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow for more flexible scheduling and access from different locations. These options can make it easier to maintain continuity of care, try different session styles, and fit therapy into a busy life while working with a licensed professional.
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Experience
20+ years
Licensed
Tennessee
Languages
English