Therapist listings are provided by BetterHelp. We will earn a commission at no extra cost to you if you use our links to buy.

Donald Ford

Donald Ford, LMHC

Therapist in Florida

Trauma-informed counselor focused on practical change

Continue with Donald

Review online therapy options on BetterHelp.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

13+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English

  • Trauma and abuse
  • Addictions support
  • CBT and mindfulness

About Donald

Donald Ford is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Florida who helps people facing trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, and relationship strain. He brings 13 years of clinical experience and focuses on practical steps people can use to feel more in control. He works with adults who are struggling with grief, eating concerns, mood disorders, and stress related to caregiving or demanding jobs.

In sessions he listens for what matters most to each person and builds a plan around those priorities. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and change behavior. He also draws on client-centered and mindfulness approaches to support emotional awareness and acceptance.

His background includes work across settings from private practice to long-term residential treatment and psychiatric hospitals. That range shaped his approach to complex problems like long-term relationship trauma and substance issues. He emphasizes clear, achievable goals and steady progress rather than quick fixes.

When trauma is central, he addresses both the immediate symptoms and the history that contributed to them. He helps people reduce the intensity of painful memories and regain daily functioning. He also supports those navigating family conflict, parenting strain, body image concerns, and career-related stress.

Donald aims to make sessions focused and understandable. He invites straightforward conversation about what helps and what gets in the way. To start, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first appointment based on availability.

How his approaches translate to online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and valuing the client's perspective. In practice this means sessions center on what the person wants to change and on building a trusting conversation to support that work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches skills to shift unhelpful patterns; it can help with anxiety, depression, and behavior related to addictions.

Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and needs and then recommend methods that fit. Over time the plan can be adjusted based on what is helpful for the person in therapy.

The original biography does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm available online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It also lets people continue therapy when they relocate or are outside the local area. Licensed professionals, including this clinician, adapt exercises and skill practice to work well in remote sessions when that format is used.

Frequently asked questions

What issues does he address?

He helps people with trauma and abuse, addictions, depression, anxiety, grief, eating concerns, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, and stress related to caregiving or first-responder roles.

What is his therapy style like?

Sessions are practical and goal-focused. He listens closely, uses clear language, and helps people build concrete skills to manage thoughts, emotions, and behavior.

How long has he been practicing?

He has 13 years of experience working in settings from private practice to residential treatment and psychiatric hospitals.

What credentials and location does he have?

He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Florida LMHC credential and practices from Florida.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Back to all therapists

Donald FordReview online therapy options on BetterHelp.

Continue with Donald