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"As a military brat, spouse, and first responder, I bring a lived understanding of how service, sacrifice, and painful experiences shape us, and how we can cultivate resilience, healing, and wholeness."

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with 28 years of experience supporting children, families, and service professionals through life’s most difficult challenges. I specialize in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and complex family dynamics. I also have extensive experience working with military members, veterans, first responders, and individuals impacted by abuse or sex addiction. My approach is collaborative, strength-based, and direct.

I earned my Master of Counseling in marriage and family therapy from the University of Phoenix. I integrate evidence-based approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, dialectical behavior therapy, and solution-focused therapy, to support healing, emotional regulation, and healthy relationships.

Seeking support can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to face it alone. I strive to create a safe, respectful space where you feel heard and supported as we work through what may be holding you back. Together, we can identify practical tools and strategies to help you heal, strengthen relationships, and move toward a more balanced and meaningful life.

"As a person who has experienced trauma, loss, and chronic health conditions, I have an authentic understanding of how these can impact your life and how building coping strategies and skills can empower you to move forward."

I am a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) with 14 years of experience providing therapy to individuals facing chronic illness, medical diagnosis crisis, grief, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression and multiple other mental health diagnosis. I have experience supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community. I work with a wide range of clients and tailor care to each person’s unique goals and needs.

I earned my Master of Social Work from Eastern Washington University. My approach includes cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, strength-based therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, Gottman method interventions, motivational interviewing, boundary-focused work, and supportive therapy.

I am a nonjudgmental and compassionate therapist who strives to create a relaxed, safe space where you feel heard and supported. Together, we will identify meaningful goals and develop practical strategies to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

"As a person with lived experience, I understand that your care needs to be tailored to you and focus on solutions to gain confidence in your ability to make changes."

I am a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) with 33 years of experience in the mental health field. I specialize in working with individuals navigating complex and long-term challenges, including trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, and life transitions. My work often supports clients who are seeking deeper insight, sustained change, and recovery through a thoughtful and collaborative therapeutic process.

I earned my master’s degree in social work from New York University. My clinical approach is grounded in psychodynamic psychotherapy and incorporates motivational interviewing, stages of change, recovery-oriented care, and Beckian cognitive behavior therapy techniques that are tailored to each client’s unique needs.

You can expect me to be deeply curious about your experiences, goals, and personal story. Together, we will build a clear understanding of what has shaped you and develop strategies that support meaningful progress and hope. Change takes time and practice, and you do not have to navigate it alone. I am here to support you every step of the way.

"My name is Nicole Ford (she/her) and as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I work to hold space for others in their development of self-reflection and mental well-being."

The path to healing may feel isolating and daunting; but by reaching out you have taken the most important first step. Nicole looks forward to being a part of your journey working towards your empowerment and peace!

Nicole Ford is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Washington state with over 6 years of experience within the mental health field. Nicole provides individual counseling to help guide in establishing a healthy relationship with body and mind and specializes in anxiety, mood disorders, eating disorders, life transitions, and trauma.

Nicole works to be conscious of cultural, spiritual, and intersectional values to adapt therapy to best fit each unique individual. Nicole pulls from a variety of practices in her method such as solution-focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).