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Helen Ford, LMFT

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Helen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Helen. View 16 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Pennsylvania and Delaware

Recent reviews

Helen has been very helpful in opening my eyes to the root of my issues and different ways to improve

Reviewed January 2021

Helen is amazing. Has been amazing. Will always be amazing.

Reviewed November 2022

More about Helen

  • 13 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMFT

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist, licensed in Pennsylvania and Delaware with over 10 years of experience working in multiple types of settings; including, Outpatient Settings, Transition Homes, Schools, Communities and Client Homes. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including; trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting, blended-families, foster care/ adoption, and other issues pertaining to transitions and developmental stages of life.

Maya Angelou once said, “ My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style. “ I try to embody this beautiful quote in how I counsel my clients. I believe that the keys to our healing are within us and that with support, compassion, respect, and sensitivity we can overcome those real and perceived barriers keeping us stuck. I utilize an integrative style that includes theoretical practices such as; Systemic, Narrative and others, I try to meet my clients where they are and utilize the methodology that most speaks to their needs.

You have taken the first and most courageous steps towards being healthier and happier by realizing that you need a change and support in making those changes. Arthur Ashe stated it best when he said, “Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.”

I am happy to be a part of your journey and a resource to support you. I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Depression Relationship issues Grief Intimacy-related issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD

Licenses

Helen Ford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518508431.

  • LMFT · Pennsylvania · MF000690 · Expires February 2025
  • LMFT · Delaware · FT-0000029 · Expires September 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Helen Ford

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

17 reviews

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Clients mention: Amazing Great Helpful Comfortable Helping Listens Understanding Great listener Caring Easy

Helen has been very helpful in opening my eyes to the root of my issues and different ways to improve

Reviewed January 2021

Helen is amazing. Has been amazing. Will always be amazing.

Reviewed November 2022

I’ve been talking to Helen for about maybe 2/3 months straight now. Honestly she’s amazing. And it makes me very happy and content to be able to get on my phone and shoot her a message whenever I need to. I can always count on her to give me some realistic and good advice. She’s gotten me through quite a bit of hard times. Which I greatly appreciate. Hoping that she sticks around on here for quite a while.

Reviewed June 2022

She is a great listener and provide great advices

Reviewed November 2021

Helen listens to me and provides feedback. She always check in and sends me activities to do. She is definitely my go to

Reviewed September 2021

Helen has offered some perspectives into my situations that I have not previously been offered in therapy. She is frank and guides conversation well, as well as provides exercises to explore on my own time for independent growth.

Reviewed May 2021

She’s compassionate and understanding while also not being reluctant to tell you eye opening truths. This is my first time going to therapy and I feel so comfortable talking to her about myself

Reviewed April 2021

Ms. Helen Ford is an astounding counselor and over all person. She leads with humanity and patience and makes conversation feel natural, not clinical. She is warm and relatable, which makes for very comforting sessions. She is amazing at what she does.

Reviewed March 2021

So far Ms. Ford and I have had one session, but I feel completely comfortable with her. She makes me feel like all of my feelings are valid, no matter how menial. I appreciate her so much already.

Reviewed February 2021

She was very helpful and She is a great listener.

Reviewed October 2020

She is a good person that is very helping and understanding.

Reviewed April 2020

Helen is an absolute maverick with what she does. Sometimes I consider myself hard to teach, but Helen makes it easy for me to learn from her without feeling patronized or disciplined.

Reviewed April 2020

Helen Ford has been a Godsend. She always gets back to me quickly and addresses my concerns. She communicates diplomatically yet firmly in a way that doesn't hurt my currently fragile psyche. I have actually already recommended her and prefer her to any counselor I have been to thus far. This form of communicating feels more personal I think because the counselor isn't looking away writing while I talk. So it makes me feel she is fully listening instead of multi tasking. The first thing I did this afternoon when I felt stressed was to check to see if I had a message from her, YES! Being able to write it out to her is therapeutic and enables me to feel calmer. You have a good one in Helen Ford. I sincerely feel like she does care and that she is committed to helping me through this crisis.

Reviewed March 2020

Helen has been through a lot with me the past few months and really has helped me with all the issues that I bring to her. She is really good at listening and really good at giving advice when I need it.

Reviewed February 2020

A lovely and caring person, very professional and helpful! I feel talking with her is worth the time!

Reviewed November 2019

So far Helen is great. I would definitely recommend.

Reviewed November 2019

Helen truly listens to me. She pushes me to think about my situations and she works with me to help me find the answers myself. Our counseling sessions are more of a partnership. Even in the short amount of time I've been working with her, I can see a large improvement in my mental health.

Reviewed August 2019

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Frequently asked questions

Does Helen Ford offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Helen Ford works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Helen Ford speak?

Helen Ford speaks English.

How many years of experience does Helen Ford have?

Helen Ford has 13 years of experience.

Where is Helen Ford licensed to practice?

Helen Ford is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and Delaware.

Does Helen Ford accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Helen Ford does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

How can I communicate with Helen Ford?

Helen Ford can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Helen Ford?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.