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Kevin Ford, LPC

New Jersey LPC for anxiety and addiction
  • CBT and DBT methods
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Experience with addictions

About Kevin Ford

Kevin Ford is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in New Jersey with 15 years of clinical experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, and bipolar disorder. He approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, aiming to create a collaborative space where concerns can be explored without judgment.

Kevin individualizes conversations and treatment plans to reflect each client's unique needs and goals, combining practical strategies with empathetic listening. His work focuses on building skills for coping with emotional distress, navigating difficult behavior patterns, and addressing substance or process addictions through structured, goal-oriented methods.

Recognizing that starting therapy takes courage, Kevin supports clients through the early steps of engagement and stays committed to adapting care as circumstances change. His steady, client-centered approach emphasizes partnership and real-world strategies to help people move toward clearer thinking and improved daily functioning.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsAnger managementBipolar disorderDepression

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsGriefEating disordersCareer difficulties

Additional Focus Areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Sex addictionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Motivational Interviewing

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Kevin Ford have?

Kevin Ford has 15 years of professional experience working with individuals on issues such as stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, and bipolar disorder.

Is Kevin Ford a licensed therapist?

Yes. He is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: NJ LPC 37PC00881700.

In which languages does Kevin Ford provide therapy?

Kevin provides therapy in English.

Where is Kevin Ford located?

Kevin is located in New Jersey.

How can I work with Kevin Ford as my therapist?

You can work with Kevin Ford through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Kevin Ford work with international clients?

Kevin Ford does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kevin Ford cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is practical and skills-based, often used for anxiety, stress, mood concerns, and patterns that maintain difficult emotions.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, blends skill-building in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. It supports people who struggle with intense emotions, impulsivity, or relationship challenges by teaching concrete skills to manage reactions and improve communication.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative conversational style that helps people resolve ambivalence and strengthen motivation for change. It is especially useful when working on addictions, smoking cessation, or other behaviors that a person may feel conflicted about.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Kevin works collaboratively with clients to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and he tailors techniques from these methods to fit each person’s situation. The therapist-client partnership guides which strategies are emphasized and how treatment evolves.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy schedules and to maintain continuity when life circumstances change. These options can increase access to consistent, ongoing support from licensed professionals and therapists while accommodating different communication styles and daily routines.

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