I love how responsive she is and how much she listens. I feel like she cares and really hears me and understands me.
Sara Ford, LCMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Sara 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 Sara. View 7 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in North Carolina
Recent reviews
Sara is compassionate, centered, calm and soothing. She is well educated, helps me to make connections and see for myself a path forward.
More about Sara
- 25 years' experience
- Female
- LCMHC
I am licensed in North Carolina with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Relationship issues
Grief
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
ADHD
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Blended family issues
Codependency
Communication problems
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Emptiness
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
First responder issues
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Phobias
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Traumatic brain injury
Women's issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Sara Ford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861010035.
- LCMHC · North Carolina · 15456 · Expires June 2025
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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Sara Ford
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I love how responsive she is and how much she listens. I feel like she cares and really hears me and understands me.
Sara is compassionate, centered, calm and soothing. She is well educated, helps me to make connections and see for myself a path forward.
Sara Ford is such a sweet, caring, patient therapist. I’ve had therapists before and all of them have led me to leave therapy. But Sara has been the ONLY therapist to truly make me feel accepted and welcomed (flaws AND strengths). Sara no only focuses on how to help you grow but also nourishes your current strengths
Sara and I haven’t been working together very long but I felt a connection with her right away. I trust her with stories difficult to share and her expertise and I’m truly looking forward to more work with her. Sara truly listens and understands and I haven’t had that with a therapist before. Thank you for what you do!
She's very committed to help me through this process.
I quickly felt comfortable with Sara. She is supportive and responsive to my needs. Having someone to talk to has made a big difference.
From the moment I chatted with Sara, we clicked. I really enjoyed my time with her during our virtual appointment and she made me feel like I had a safe space to vent. I love and appreciate that she came up with a plan of action for our next appointment together based on her training and experience with anxiety and panic attacks. I am really looking forward to my next appointment with Sara and I am so grateful I was paired with her!
Frequently asked questions
Does Sara Ford offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Sara 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 Sara Ford speak?
Sara Ford speaks English.
How many years of experience does Sara Ford have?
Sara Ford has 25 years of experience.
Where is Sara Ford licensed to practice?
Sara Ford is licensed to practice in North Carolina.
Does Sara Ford accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Sara 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 Sara Ford offer?
Sara Ford offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Sara Ford?
Sara 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 Sara 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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
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When you tap CHAT NOW 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.