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Kevin Ford

Kevin Ford, LPC

New Jersey 15 years in practice

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LPC in New Jersey - Anxiety and Addictions

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Addiction support
  • CBT and DBT methods

About Kevin

Kevin Ford is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey with 15 years of clinical experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, bipolar disorder, depression, family concerns, grief, eating issues, and career challenges. Kevin practices using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

Kevin keeps sessions straightforward and goal-oriented. He works with clients to identify patterns that keep problems going and to build practical skills for day-to-day life. Conversations cover thoughts, behaviors, and emotions, and often include concrete tools to reduce symptoms and manage crisis moments.

He also brings focused attention to autism and Asperger syndrome, communication problems, disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD), divorce and separation, and substance use issues. Process addictions such as gambling, exercise, and pornography are included alongside sex addiction and smoking or vaping cessation work.

Clients exploring mood disorders, panic, social anxiety, impulsivity, isolation, men’s issues, and young adult concerns will find these areas represented in his practice. Sessions can address both immediate coping needs and longer-term patterns that affect relationships and work.

Kevin uses questions, feedback, and practical exercises in session. He and the client set goals together and track progress over time. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session through the site.

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How his methods work in remote sessions

CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them against real-life evidence. In practice this means tracking specific situations, spotting the thought patterns that follow, and trying small behavioral experiments to see what changes. It helps with anxiety, depression, panic, and many daily stressors.

DBT teaches skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. Sessions often include coaching on breathing and grounding, learning to tolerate distress, and practicing clearer communication. This approach is useful for anger, impulsivity, mood instability, and relationship strain.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative style that helps people find reasons to change and build their own motivation. It’s commonly used for substance use, smoking or vaping cessation, and other addictive behaviors where readiness to change varies.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Kevin will work together with the client to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That collaborative review can change as progress is made or circumstances shift.

Session formats are not specified in the provided biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into workdays, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. These practical benefits help people maintain continuity of care while juggling daily responsibilities.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsAnger managementBipolar disorderDepression

Also works with

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 approaches

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

Experience

15+ years

Listed in

New Jersey

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?

He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, bipolar disorder, depression, family issues, grief, eating concerns, and career problems. Additional focuses include autism and Asperger syndrome, communication problems, DMDD, divorce and separation, and process and sex addictions.

What therapeutic approaches does he use?

He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing. These approaches guide practical skills training, emotion regulation, and motivational work.

How much experience does he have?

He has 15 years of professional experience in mental health settings. That span includes work across the listed concerns and therapeutic methods.

What are his credentials and where does he practice?

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in New Jersey. His practice is based in New Jersey.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

Session formats are not specified in the biography. Confirm current session options before booking so you know whether remote or in-person sessions are offered.

How are costs and scheduling handled?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To start, select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.

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