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Linda Ford

Therapist
22 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Linda Ford, LCSW-R clinical social worker, a MSW graduate of Fordham University School of Social Sciences. 30 + years of experience in the field of addition, providing treatment to those suffering from the ills of addiction, depression, anxiety, and trauma. Working in various settings, has allowed me to be very resourceful. My philosophy is "No problem is too difficult to solve".

I encourage others to see themselves as more than their problem,

My approach to therapy

Therapeutic techniques used mindfulness, CBT and solution focused therapy.

What you can expect from me

Clients will be provided with a clearer understanding of their specific circumstances.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Affirming, Warm, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    22 years of experience
  • Training
    MSSW (Master of Science in Social Work) at Fordham University, Masters in Social Work at Fordham Graduate School of Social Service
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction
  • More specialties
    Depression, Anger management, Panic disorders
  • Therapy methods
    Strength-Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Languages
    English