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Nichole Ford, LCSW, MSW

Nichole Ford, LCSW, MSW

Psychotherapist
PA
4.94
“Nicole is super kind and friendly. I find her very easy to talk to and she doesn’t feed you platitudes or sound like an impersonal walking textbook (which was my experience with past providers). ”
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96% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
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99% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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4.93
“Nicole is super kind and friendly. I find her very easy to talk to and she doesn’t feed you platitudes or sound like an impersonal walking textbook (which was my experience with past providers). ”
MCMore than 1 year ago
“I really like Nichole's style. She asks really great questions and leads me on journeys of self discovery every session. Highly recommend!”
LPMore than 1 year ago

About Nichole Ford

Focus areas

Anxiety
Depression
Therapy
Bipolar Disorder
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Childhood Trauma
Panic Attack

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Coaching
Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
Compassion Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Nonreligious

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Nichole Ford

+++++My practice is currently focused on female adolescents, young adults, and early-adulthood clients. I find this is where my therapeutic approach is most effective. Hey! I am so thankful you landed on my page. I am licensed in FL, PA, and Virginia. My name is Nichole Ford. I am a License Therapist. I love working with young women ;) Is it not clocking for you? Are you crashing out? You’ve been carrying heavy stuff—anxiety, burnout, trauma—and pretending saying I’m fine, I’m fine, I’m fine. Ok well you’re not. You’re done faking okay and ready for real peace. Therapy gives you space to heal, regulate, and stop living in survival mode. It’s not about being broken—it’s about getting real support. You deserve to feel safe, grounded, and actually okay. Ready to stop carrying it all alone? Let’s VIBE!

What should a new client know about working with you?

****My practice is currently focused on female adolescents, young adults, and early-adulthood clients. I find this is where my therapeutic approach is most effective. You want to: •Stop spiraling over every little thing •Set boundaries without over-explaining or feeling guilty •Actually feel your emotions without being consumed by them •Let go of the “fixer” role you never signed up for •Rewire the patterns that are no longer serving you •Trust yourself again—or maybe for the first time ever You’re ready to do the work. You just need someone who can walk with you, not talk at you.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

****My practice is currently focused on female adolescents, young adults, and early-adulthood clients. I find this is where my therapeutic approach is most effective. So… What do you really want? You want to feel like yourself again—or finally discover who that is. You want to stop surviving and start living. You want to heal in a way that’s honest and sustainable. Therapy isn’t about fixing you. It’s about showing up fully for u! * I’m certified to evaluate and write a letter for an Emotional Support Animal.

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Initial session: $145 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $145 for 45 minutes
  • Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork

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Accepting Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross and Shield, UHC,

Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder
Childhood Trauma
Depression
New Patient Visit
Postpartum Depression
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Anxiety Disorder
Childhood Trauma
Depression
New Patient Visit

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Temple University, Master's in Social Work

Awards and publications

  • Trauma informed birth and postpartum doula

NPI number

1447681408

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.94
Wait time
4.93
Bedside manner
4.93
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Nichole is great she makes me feel super comfortable , I’m so lucky to have matched so well with a therapist the first try !
Nichole is empathetic and warm ????she is the super best!!!!! She helped me understand so much about myself
Nichole is very professional and skilled in her field. She has been very helpful in my relationship. Definitely recommend.
I feel like Nicole always gives me ways to cope with my current situation-I would highly recommend her to anyone!
Nicole was easy to talk to and direct w her responses. She was very nice and easy to talk with.
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Nichole is the BEST! She did so much for me, and I am incredibly grateful.
Great listener! Wonderful feedback. Truly grateful I found her
Nichole is so kind and empathetic!! She just gets it!!
So friendly! Could talk to her for hours
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Nicole is super kind and friendly. I find her very easy to talk to and she doesn’t feed you platitudes or sound like an impersonal walking textbook (which was my experience with past providers).
I really like Nichole's style. She asks really great questions and leads me on journeys of self discovery every session. Highly recommend!
Nichole is truly so amazing. I cannot recommend her enough. She is intelligent and gives really thoughtful insights into what you have going on. She validated my experiences, but also asked me hard questions. I like how she geared the sessions towards what I wanted to talk about. She is so personable and understanding, I had the easiest time opening up to her. Nichole is amazing!!!!!
Nichole was incredible! She is so down to earth and relatable. She made the entire process very easy and I left with helpful advice only after two short visits. I would highly recommend working with her.
Vert smooth experience. Great service!
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I’ve really enjoyed my sessions with Nichole so far. She’s very honest, but also extremely nice. She asks a lot of prompting questions to keep the conversation flowing and get to the root of the issue. She covers a wide range of specialties, and I feel like I can tell her anything without judgement. I would highly recommend her.
I’ve made more positive changes working with Nicole than I have working with any other counselor. I was facing a lot of challenges after having a baby. She helped me navigate thru them while being honest and supportive.
Nichole is an awesome therapist. She’s super down to earth but can also dive deep with you to get to where you’re trying to go. When I started I just knew I felt like garbage I didn’t know where to go, but she knew what I needed. I’ll continue to see her and recommend her highly to anyone.
I really liked Zocdoc because they were willing to work with my schedule. Then I met with Nichole and she was great! Fast appointments and she led me through the therapy process
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Nichole was very professional. She helped me understand things about myself on my very first visit. I look forward to continuing to work with her and highly recommend!
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I am beyond grateful i got matched with Nichole. This women is the real deal. Right away she made me feel comfortable within 10 minutes of our first visit and she is #nonjudgemental. Nichole really does take her time with her patients and she listens. That is the best part she actually listens to what you have to say and most of the time she will compare something that she has went through that was relitevely the same thing and that for me makes me feel open to her because she is also open with me, there is a lot of trust i have in her and i dont doubt it one bit. I would highly recommend her to anyone that is looking for a psychologist. She tells me how it is she does not sugar coat things either but she does it in the correct mannor where it does not offend the patient. I could go on and on about how wonderful she is but i have said enough, now you should find out for yourself. I promise you will not regret it !!
I was lucky to be matched with Nichole. She is supportive, clear with ways to cope, and very skilled in her field. Would highly recommend
My time with Nichole has been fruitful ??
Very open and got me together in a very professional and down to earth kind of way. We really connected right away and I was able to learn things about myself i hadn't even considered.
Just from my first appointment with Nichole, I already knew she’s the right match. She's very nurturing and within the first session alone provided me with such relief and self-realization. I highly recommend her.
Everything about our sessions were great. We got right to a ton of issues and she made me feel very comfortable sharing and exploring. This changed my life.
Nichole is the first therapist I’ve met that is genuine and caring. She makes sure you’re comfortable and that your feelings are validated and heard.
Nichole is amazing to work with and I look forward to our sessions each time! She is understanding and knows how to makes me feel really good about myself, even if I’m feeling down. She remembers little things I tell her and always seems to have the perfect things to say! I was always hesitant to work with a therapist virtually, but she makes me a feel safe and creates a welcoming environment right from the comfort of my home! I’m so happy I found her, and I would HIGHLY recommend her to anyone!!
Nichole has been thorough and open during our discussions. Her approach makes it a little easier to discuss uncomfortable topics, and makes it less difficult to accept an unexpected diagnosis. The sessions have certainly been thought provoking in a positive way, and I would recommend her for anyone looking for a therapist!
she has helped me so much in such a short time!!!
It was very good, she’s an excellent therapist.
Nichole is extremely friendly and easy to talk to. She is good at leading conversations while giving space for you to talk. I have really appreciated these last couple months of meeting with her.
Great! Highly reccomend
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Nichole is such an empathic, thoughtful counselor and social work practitioner. I’ve had the wonderful opportunity to have Nichole as a clinical supervisor and cannot recommend her enough!
Nichole is a wonderful therapist and I highly recommend her. She is very patient, understanding and comforting while also holding me accountable. I have felt such a change within myself and truly enjoy our sessions that have encouraged / guided / supported my growth.
Nichole Ford creates a space that is relaxed and free from judgment. I would recommend her for anyone looking to improve the quality of their mental health!
Nichole is absolutely amazing. She’s caring and makes me feel heard. I highly recommend coming to her. She has a beautiful warm essence about her and is just very kind
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What are common reasons for patients to see Nichole Ford?

Nichole Ford frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Nichole Ford on their profile.

What languages does Nichole Ford speak?

Nichole Ford speaks English.

How do patients rate Nichole Ford in reviews?

73 patients have reviewed Nichole Ford. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.94/5. They have a 4.93/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.93/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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