Katherine Ford, LCSW, IL | Psychotherapist

About Katherine Ford

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Parenting Counseling

Relationship Struggles

Anxiety

Peer Relationship Struggles

Women's Issues Therapy

Coping Mechanism Development

Racism Issues

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Families

Young adults (18-24)

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Person-Centered

Family Systems

Play Therapy

Humanistic

Psychodynamic

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Katherine Ford

Hi there, I'm Katherine! Welcome! I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, motivation, self-esteem & confidence. I also have experience working with coping with life changes and parenting issues. In my practice, I have worked with families, individuals, and children/teens. I find it deeply rewarding to work with clients to reach their goals and achieve overall better well-being. I create a strong relationship with my clients by giving them an environment where all of their feelings are welcome. My approach I believe that the most healing part of therapy comes from the formation of a strong therapeutic relationship. Your experience and goals are my primary focus. In my practice, I primarily use a Humanistic approach to focus on you as a whole person and draw on your innate ability to grow and feel happy, as well as a Psychodynamic approach to explore your past and recognize unhelpful patterns that may be getting in the way in your current life. My focus I have experience helping clients with issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, life transitions, and family and relationship problems. I am experienced in working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. As a woman of color, I am especially passionate about working with female BIPOC children, adolescents, and adults. My communication style I value providing an open, non-judgmental space. I do this by practicing active listening and asking open-ended questions. My journey to mental healthcare I have always had a curiosity about how people think and a desire to help others. These interests led me on a path to pursuing therapy as a career. I studied psychology in undergrad and then went on to pursue a master’s in social work. During my time in graduate school, I gained knowledge about development through the lifespan.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Peer Relationship Struggles

Postpartum Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Racism Issues

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Peer Relationship Struggles

Postpartum Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Illinois

Education and training

Erikson Institute, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1386268357

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What practice does Katherine Ford work with?

Katherine Ford works with Rula Health - Illinois.

What are common reasons for patients to see Katherine Ford?

Katherine Ford frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Katherine Ford on their profile.