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Donna Ford, LPC

Compassionate Tennessee LPC with 20 years experience
  • Anxiety and depression
  • Addictions and grief
  • Collaborative client-centered care

About Donna Ford

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 a range of care settings, including residential programs, outpatient clinics, inpatient units, and in-home services, bringing a broad familiarity with different treatment environments and client needs.

Donna’s clinical focus has centered on depression, anxiety, grief, and addictions, and she applies a person-centered, motivational, and integrative approach to treatment. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, she begins where each person is and adapts interventions to meet individual circumstances, drawing on evidence-based techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused counseling.

Her therapeutic style is warm, compassionate, and supportive, with an emphasis on collaboration. Donna works with clients to set concrete goals and outline practical steps to address current challenges and build coping skills. She recognizes the importance of seeking support and approaches care with respect for each person’s strengths and priorities.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefCoping with life changes

Therapeutic Approach

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Donna Ford have?

Donna Ford has 20 years of experience in the mental health field.

Is Donna Ford a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). License details: TN LPC 2094.

In which languages does Donna Ford provide therapy?

Donna Ford provides therapy in English.

Where is Donna Ford located?

Donna Ford is located in Tennessee.

How can I work with Donna Ford as my therapist?

You can work with Donna Ford through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Donna Ford work with international clients?

Donna Ford does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Donna Ford cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the Start Therapy button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the Start Therapy button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Approaches that guide online care



Donna Ford integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) into her online practice. Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and building a respectful, empathetic relationship so clients feel understood and guided rather than directed - it helps with self-esteem, relationship concerns, and navigating life changes. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it effective for anxiety, depression, and stress-related issues. DBT teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills, which can be especially useful for managing intense emotions, anger, and patterns related to addictions and relationship conflict.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Donna works with clients to explore which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts strategies over time so therapy remains practical and relevant.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how clients connect - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - allowing busy schedules, mobility limitations, or geographic distance to be less of a barrier to care. These options make it possible for clients to engage with licensed professionals in ways that suit their daily lives while receiving consistent therapeutic support.

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