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Calli Ford

Therapist
10 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Trauma, PTSD, Chronic conditions
  • Couples therapy, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Many of us appear incredibly capable on the outside while privately feeling exhausted, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward. If you are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, past trauma, grief, or a difficult life transition, you certainly do not have to have everything figured out before reaching out. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker offering virtual therapy across Indiana and Idaho, I have spent the past ten years helping adults, seniors, and couples navigate these exact challenges. My name is Calli Ford, and my practice is dedicated to helping you build a realistic path toward the life you truly want. Therapy with me is a place where you can speak openly without judgment, gain a clearer understanding of yourself, and develop the practical coping skills necessary to create meaningful change.

My approach to therapy

I believe that genuine emotional growth flourishes when we balance rigorous, evidence-based clinical practices with a deeply authentic human connection. As your therapist, I bring an approach that is casual, explorative, and even fun and humorous at times. Because all parts of an individual are important when addressing mental health, I use an eclectic and holistic framework tailored specifically to your needs. By utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, trauma-informed care, and Motivational Interviewing, we will outline tangible goals to assist you in finding your own direction. I prioritize psychoeducation, skills training, and journaling to ensure you have the knowledge and practical tools to address symptoms on your own. My ultimate goal is to provide a safe space for self-reflection so that you can create lasting empowerment in your daily life.

What you can expect from me

Reaching out for support takes immense courage, and my hope is that our initial telehealth meeting acts as a quiet refuge where you can safely step away from the heavy demands of daily stress. I strive to cultivate a calm, non-judgmental environment right from the start. In our first session, we will gently explore your history, symptoms, and client-centered goals at a natural, comfortable pace without any pressure to share everything all at once. We will get to know each other and develop a collaborative understanding of the unique issues you are facing. Once we have built that foundation, we will work together to create a treatment plan that fits your vision for the future. I will be there to join you on your journey of self-discovery, taking every step with you and supporting your path so you come away feeling empowered and great about yourself.

About me

  • I identify as
    Woman
  • My style is
    Humorous, Open Minded, Energetic

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    10 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Boise State University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Indiana, Idaho)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Regence BlueShield of Idaho

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Trauma, PTSD, Chronic conditions
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, OCD, Sleep disorder, Family issues, Stress management, Panic disorders, End of life care, Relationship issues
  • Therapy methods
    Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Psychodynamic, Humanistic, Attachment Based, Psychoanalytic, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Strength-Based, Trauma Focused CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Behavior Modification, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Couples therapy, Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English