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01About David
Dr. David Ford brings a person-centered approach to therapy and centers the client's experience in each session. He is identified as Dr.
David Ford, LPC, LCMHC, and works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, and concerns around self-esteem and sexuality. He aims to create a space where people feel seen and able to speak honestly about hard topics. He uses practical tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people name unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors.
Background and approach
Motivational Interviewing helps when change feels difficult, such as with drug or alcohol use. Client-Centered Therapy guides the overall pace, with the person’s values and goals directing the work. Dr.
Ford has three years of clinical experience and practices in New Jersey. He also accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English. He often focuses on LGBT issues, gender dysphoria, HIV and AIDS related concerns, and the impact of prejudice and discrimination on mental health.
Sessions can address workplace stress, career questions, life purpose, guilt and shame, and building self-love. He combines talking, practical exercises, and goal-setting so progress can be tracked between sessions. The work is collaborative, with the person and therapist adjusting the plan as needs change.
People who prefer flexible session formats can meet by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. Subscription-based sessions are used and may be canceled at any time.
02Credentials
- LCMHC (North Carolina)
- License 9034 · expires June 2026
- LPC (Virginia)
- License 0701006314 · expires June 2026
- LPC (New Jersey)
- License 37PC00659900 · expires November 2026
- NPI
- 1043533151 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything David lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Self esteem
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Life purpose
- Multicultural concerns
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Workplace issues
Methods David names
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04Online support
How therapeutic approaches work online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person’s experience and follows their pace. Online sessions using this approach let the person lead topics while the therapist reflects and supports their goals.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people notice thoughts and try new behaviors. In video or phone sessions, CBT can include worksheets, thought records, and homework to practice between meetings to reduce anxiety or depressive patterns.
Motivational Interviewing is a short, goal-focused approach that helps when someone feels stuck about change. Through conversation, the therapist helps clarify values and strengthen motivation, which can be especially useful for issues like drug or alcohol use.
Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the person about goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful. Together they adjust methods over time so sessions match real-life needs.
Online formats offer practical benefits. Video calls are close to in-person sessions and let the therapist use visual cues. Phone sessions work well when a quieter environment or lower bandwidth is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging allow shorter check-ins, paced exchanges, and easier scheduling across time zones. These options make therapy more flexible for people juggling work, travel, or different routines.
05Questions people ask
What concerns does this therapist address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, and addictions. Other focus areas include self-esteem, career issues, and sexuality.
What style of therapy can I expect?
Sessions draw on Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. The pace and techniques follow the person’s needs.
What is Dr. Ford's clinical background?
He has three years of clinical experience working with adults on addiction, LGBT concerns, and related issues. He integrates conversational therapy with practical exercises.
Where does this therapist practice?
Dr. Ford practices in New Jersey and holds LPC and LCMHC credentials noted as NJ LPC and NC LCMHC.
Are sessions available in other languages or countries?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
Which session formats are offered?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging for flexibility.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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