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Kevin Ford

Kevin Ford, LPC

New Jersey

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Licensed Professional Counselor - Anger and Addictions

  • CBT methods
  • DBT skills
  • Motivational interviewing

About Kevin

Kevin Ford is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in New Jersey with 15 years of experience. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, mood disorders, grief, and career pressure. Kevin speaks English and draws on straightforward approaches to help people manage strong feelings and behaviors.

Kevin keeps sessions practical and action-focused. He uses strategies from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help people notice patterns, test new responses, and reduce harmful cycles. Motivational Interviewing is used to clarify what matters most and to build steady motivation for change.

People come to him for help with anger that shows up at work, at home, or in close relationships. He also supports those coping with bipolar disorder, panic, or addictions such as alcohol, drugs, or process behaviors. He works with issues around communication, isolation, and the life changes that follow separation or loss.

Sessions emphasize clear skills and short-term goals alongside longer-term problem solving. Kevin favors practical exercises, behavior experiments, and step-by-step plans people can use between sessions. He aims to make progress feel measurable and manageable.

Therapy begins by mapping the patterns that maintain the problem. From there he and the client pick techniques that fit the person and their daily life. Clients use a subscription that can be canceled at any time to pay for sessions, and session details are arranged through the platform intake process.

Approaches used online and what they do

Kevin commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot and change thought and behavior patterns that fuel anger or anxiety. CBT breaks issues into clear parts and teaches practical techniques people can practice between sessions.

He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer interpersonal communication. DBT exercises are helpful when strong feelings lead to impulsive actions or problems with relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Kevin will discuss goals and try methods that fit the client's needs and preferences. The process is collaborative and can shift as progress is made or new problems emerge.

Session format details should be confirmed before booking since the biography does not specify formats here. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow a shorter check-in when needed, and reduce travel time. Confirm the available session formats and scheduling options when you sign up so sessions fit your day-to-day life.

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

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he address?

He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, bipolar and depression, plus related issues like grief, career strain, and communication problems.

How would he approach anger issues?

He uses practical strategies from CBT and DBT to identify triggers, change unhelpful thoughts, and build new coping skills for managing anger.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 15 years of professional experience working with adults on mood, addiction, and behavior concerns.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, licensed in New Jersey and practices there.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the US work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

Cost varies with location and sessions are paid through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin a first session?

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