- Compassionate approach
- Practical skills
- Collaborative planning
About LoriAnn
LoriAnn Ford is a licensed clinical social worker in North Carolina who helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, and panic attacks. She supports those struggling with relationship strain, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. Her approach is down-to-earth and respectful. She aims to make the first step feel manageable for people who are nervous about starting therapy.
She uses a client-centered approach that shapes sessions around each person's needs. That means the conversation and plan change to fit what is most helpful in the moment. She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are used when emotion regulation and coping strategies are needed. Mindfulness practices are added to help calm the body and steady attention. Emotionally-Focused Therapy informs work on attachment and closeness in relationships.
Over six years of practice, she has guided people through post-traumatic stress, body image concerns, social anxiety and workplace challenges. Sessions focus on clear, practical steps and small changes that add up. The goal is to increase safety and confidence in daily life.
She treats each person with sensitivity and compassion and tailors the pacing to what they can manage. To get started she asks simple questions to match needs with a workable plan. This keeps the process straightforward and connected to real goals.
How these approaches can work in online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and adapting to what the person needs. The therapist follows the client's concerns, offering support and shaping sessions around what feels most useful. This can help with anxiety and relationship worries.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses practical exercises and small behavioral experiments to reduce panic and anxiety symptoms. This approach often includes homework to try new coping strategies between meetings.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy teaches concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving distress tolerance. It offers tools for grounding and calming when panic or strong feelings arise.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That conversation helps shape a plan that can change as progress is made.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the specific session formats before booking because formats were not listed in the biography. Many people find online work helpful because it can fit into a busy day, reduce travel time, and make it easier to keep regular appointments. Some formats also allow shorter check-ins or audio-only options to suit different needs, so check what is available when you schedule.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does LoriAnn typically help with?
She helps people coping with stress, anxiety, panic disorder and panic attacks, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression.
What is her therapy style like?
Sessions are client-centered and paced to each person. Conversations tend to focus on practical steps and building coping skills.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has six years of professional experience working with people on anxiety, trauma, relationship concerns, and related issues.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds an LCSW license in North Carolina, listed as NC LCSW, and practices in that state.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.