Donna Ford , LPC

Donna Ford is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Tennessee with two decades of experience in the mental health field. She has provided care across a range of settings including residential programs, outpatient clinics, inpatient units, and in-home services, bringing a broad perspective to complex emotional and behavioral concerns.

Donna focuses on areas such as depression, anxiety, grief, and addictions, and also works with issues related to stress, anger, self-esteem, LGBT concerns, relationships, family dynamics, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes. Her work is informed by a person-centered and motivational stance, which means she begins where each person is and adapts treatment to their individual needs.

She integrates evidence-based techniques into treatment, drawing on cognitive behavioral therapy to address patterns of thought and behavior, mindfulness practices to build present-moment awareness, motivational interviewing to support change, and solution-focused strategies to set practical goals. Donna’s style is described as warm, compassionate, and supportive, with an emphasis on collaboration to establish concrete steps toward clients’ goals.

She encourages thoughtful self-care and recognizes the courage it takes to seek support, welcoming the opportunity to assist people as they work toward improved emotional and mental well-being.