LoriAnn Ford, LCSW

Licensed in North Carolina · 6 years in practice

LoriAnn Ford is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma and self-esteem concerns.

License and registration

LCSW, North Carolina: C015417 · expires October 2026
NPI: 1487181525 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 6
Languages: English

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About LoriAnn

LoriAnn Ford is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma and self-esteem concerns. She focuses on everyday struggles like panic, body image, social anxiety, and trouble communicating with others. LoriAnn writes that taking the first step toward change takes courage, and she aims to make that step feel manageable.

She keeps sessions respectful and down-to-earth. Conversations and plans are shaped around each person's needs, not a one-size-fits-all script.

Background and approach

LoriAnn listens for what matters most and then works with clients to set small, practical goals. Her style blends talk and skill-building. She uses techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.

Mindfulness skills are offered to reduce reactivity and manage strong emotions. When relationships are a concern she draws on emotionally-focused ideas to help people notice patterns and change how they connect. Dialectical behavior therapy skills are used to manage intense feelings and improve coping when stress or panic arises.

LoriAnn brings six years of professional experience working in North Carolina. She tailors the pace and focus of each session so people can build confidence and clearer coping strategies. The emphasis is on practical steps that fit everyday life.

For those who want straightforward support for anxiety, depression, trauma, or workplace stress, LoriAnn aims to offer a steady, empathetic presence and tools that can be used between sessions.

Focus areas and approaches

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Approaches LoriAnn names

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Online support

How LoriAnn’s Approaches Work Online

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding what matters to each person. It helps by making space to talk through concerns and by shaping goals that fit the client's life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical ways to spot unhelpful thoughts and change habits that keep problems like anxiety and panic going. It often involves short exercises you can do between sessions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. LoriAnn will discuss goals and preferences and try methods that match what the client needs. She checks in and adjusts the plan so the work stays relevant and useful.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible. Video lets you use face-to-face conversation and work on skills together. Phone sessions can fit a quick check-in or be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and texting provide brief touchpoints and ongoing support between longer sessions. These options help people fit care into busy schedules and keep progress moving forward.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does LoriAnn help with?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem struggles, including related problems like panic, body image, social anxiety, and workplace issues.

What is her therapeutic style?

Her approach is collaborative and practical, combining listening with skill-building and goal-setting to address everyday problems and reduce distress.

How much clinical experience does she have?

LoriAnn has six years of professional experience working in behavioral health settings and with people facing stress, anxiety, and trauma.

What credentials and where is she licensed?

She holds an LCSW and is licensed in North Carolina.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available online?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging for flexible ways to meet.

How does billing and cost work?

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

How do I begin working with her?

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