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Donna Ford, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Donna 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 Donna. View 33 reviews
Great news, Donna is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Tennessee

Recent reviews

I resisted seeking therapy for a long time, but now that I have and I have found a therapist that I can talk to and who understands the struggles I am working through and shows me ways to focus on myself, I am well on the road to becoming the best version of myself. Thank you Donna, I have a ways to go still but I am looking forward to the journey again.

Reviewed November 2024

Donna is hands down the best therapist I’ve spoken with. She has a way of pulling emotions and thoughts out that you didn’t know were there and working through them. She is extremely kind and I would recommend her to anyone looking to find someone who truly listens.

Reviewed November 2024

More about Donna

  • 17 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

My name is Donna, and I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Tennessee. I have over 16 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have worked in a variety of settings including residential, outpatient, inpatient, and in-home care. I have the most experience working with depression, anxiety, grief, and addictions.

I use a person-centered, motivational, and integrative approach in treatment. This means I begin where you are and tailor the treatment approach to your needs. I primarily use evidence-based techniques including cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused counseling.

I would describe my style as warm, compassionate and supportive. Collaboration is important, together we can work on establishing concrete goals and steps for you to help overcome your current problems. I look forward to working with you to reach your emotional and mental health goals.

Thank you for taking care of yourself and seeking the support you need.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Anger management Self esteem Depression LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Coping with life changes

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Donna Ford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336206218.

  • LPC · Tennessee · 2094 · Expires April 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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Donna Ford

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

Overall rating:

5.0

33 reviews

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I resisted seeking therapy for a long time, but now that I have and I have found a therapist that I can talk to and who understands the struggles I am working through and shows me ways to focus on myself, I am well on the road to becoming the best version of myself. Thank you Donna, I have a ways to go still but I am looking forward to the journey again.

Reviewed November 2024

Donna is hands down the best therapist I’ve spoken with. She has a way of pulling emotions and thoughts out that you didn’t know were there and working through them. She is extremely kind and I would recommend her to anyone looking to find someone who truly listens.

Reviewed November 2024

Donna Ford has been very helpful to me thus far and has been a calming force in my life! I would highly recommend her!

Reviewed November 2024

Donna is caring and always willing to listen and offer actionable help and feedback. I would recommend her to anyone needing someone to listen and provide good caring feedback.

Reviewed November 2024

I have been seeing Donna for therapy and cannot recommend her highly enough. She is an exceptional therapist who genuinely cares about her clients. Donna creates a warm, welcoming environment where I always feel safe and understood. She is incredibly attentive, empathetic, and skilled at guiding me through my challenges. I am grateful to have found such a dedicated and effective therapist. If you are looking for someone genuinely invested in your well-being, I highly recommend Donna.

Reviewed July 2024

Donna was very supportive and invested in my recovery and mental health journey. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to become a mentally stronger and more resilient person.

Reviewed June 2024

I recently started seeing Donna for counseling, and I can confidently say that she has been amazing. As it is my first time seeing a counselor, I was a bit nervous, but Donna's warm and welcoming demeanor put me at ease right away. Her sessions are truly transformative. Having a neutral person who listens attentively and provides sound, thoughtful advice feels wonderful. I'm grateful for her guidance and look forward to continuing this journey with her.

Reviewed May 2024

Donna is kind and understanding. She listens and provide actionable feedback that helps me move through my worries and concerns. She always professional and insightful. Our conversations are meaningful and helpful.

Reviewed May 2024

Donna is deeply caring and insightful. Her empathy and ability to make me feel loved and safe through the hardest chapter of my life deeply impacted my life. My journey had shattered me and Donna came beside me to help me put the pieces back together. She was encouraging without pushing, and challenging in the most empathetic and loving ways. She helped me find my own perspective and did not impose her own, helping me to figure out who I am and what I want from within myself.

Reviewed March 2024

She is just who I needed. It's nice to have a therapist who listens but also adds to the conversation with intelligent insight and follows up with tools to help me between sessions. It's been difficult to find a great therapist. Donna is a winner.

Reviewed February 2024

Donna listens to my concerns and provides actionable feedback that is helpful in my daily life struggles. I highly recommend her for anyone struggling. It is nice to have someone who listens and cares.

Reviewed January 2024

I have not worked with Donna for a long time but she is very skilled and highly qualified. I have some limited knowledge in drug and alcohol counseling and I’ve taken note of some techniques she uses like making a commitment at the end of each session, to reinforce the traits or aspects you need to focus on most. In addition, she is also consistently reinforcing…

Reviewed August 2023

Couldn’t make it at times without Donna

Reviewed November 2023

Donna, is just excellent in every aspect. She is very professional and personable. Her suggestions, recommendations and support have made me achieve goals that I never thought possible. She is a wonderful listener and soon becomes easy to speak with. I’ve been able to quit an addiction that never seemed possible. I cannot thank her enough!

Reviewed November 2023

Donna is fantastic. She has been such a help and so encouraging.

Reviewed August 2023

Very helpful

Reviewed August 2023

She has been a great help to me since we started therapy. She listens very attentively and doesn't pressure me when I need a moment to respond. She encourages me every session and congratulates me on the progress I have made. I feel very fortunate to have been matched with her.

Reviewed August 2023

Donna is wonderful. She listens and provides concrete feedback on my concerns.

Reviewed August 2023

Donna helped me work through some marital problems and some self confidence issues. After a little over a year, my problems are largely solved, and I’m much more in tune with my own needs. She is a perceptive listener and asks questions that helped me work through these issues. I’m amazed at the progress that can come from some simple video chats! I’m truly grateful.

Reviewed June 2023

Donna is able to pick up complex cues quickly . Her ability to interact dynamically and hone in on areas to focus on for constructive change was impressive. Her insights were relevant and helpful. Thank you Donna!

Reviewed May 2023

Donna is so understanding and calming. She helped me process through my negative thoughts and emotions. The sessions I had with Donna really helped me. It allowed me to talk through what I was experiencing and understand why I was feeling that certain way. I am very thankful to her.

Reviewed March 2023

Donna is extremely good at helping me understand how I am looking at problems and providing insightful feedback. I am learning new things about myself and learning better ways to move forward in difficult situations. I appreciate her caring nature. She is a wonderful listener. She provides activities that help me look at things in a more positive way. I highly recommend her services.

Reviewed March 2023

Donna is very insightful, respectful, caring and professional.

Reviewed February 2023

Donna has been very helpful to me these past few months. She is a great listener and is very empathetic.

Reviewed April 2023

She has helped me on so many levels of the grief I have had to endure this year after losing my Mom and then my wife about 30 days later. I have recommended her and this organization to other friends and family. Am I “fixed”? No and will never fully recover.. The year of firsts and being the holiday season, as well their birthdays and anniversaries of their deaths on the horizon; Donna has been there when I needed her, and checks in on me when she thinks of what I am going thru, and I live that she does that! She is awesome, and I know she is the main reason I am this functional. But she is going to have to teach me what one of my neighbors said to me means: “live in the moment” They might have said it in Farsi. I do not understand what that means after this year.

Reviewed December 2022

Donna is thoughtful, smart, and compassionate. She has helped me navigate my mind and find new ways to frame issues that I've been trying to figure out on my own for years.

Reviewed November 2022

I trust and respect Donna and am very glad that we were paired through BetterHelp.

Reviewed November 2022

Donna is like a breath of fresh air. She has renewed my faith in therapists and the benefits of therapy.

Reviewed July 2022

I have already recommended her to many co-workers.

Reviewed July 2022

I really appreciate Donna! She is my first therapist and she is gentle and thoughtful!! She really helps me think through things and gives me a lot to think about and process each week which I enjoy!!

Reviewed May 2022

Donna is amazing. Even when I don't necessarily know how to fully express what I'm feeling she manages to understand and guide me through it.

Reviewed April 2022

I was having a very tough day and Donna really listened and gave me space to process what I was going through and asking myself tough questions. I have to shift my perspective to change my outcomes. I’m already seeing a difference in just how I approach my concerns.

Reviewed March 2022

During my worst time and with no one and no support system to carry me through the sea of madness. Donna was there to lend her caring ear and just listen.

Reviewed January 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Donna Ford offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Donna 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 Donna Ford speak?

Donna Ford speaks English.

How many years of experience does Donna Ford have?

Donna Ford has 17 years of experience.

Where is Donna Ford licensed to practice?

Donna Ford is licensed to practice in Tennessee.

Does Donna Ford accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Donna 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."

What treatment approaches does Donna Ford offer?

Donna Ford offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Donna Ford?

Donna 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 Donna 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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