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Available both in-person and online
San Diego, CA 92103
Do you feel out of control in your relationship to food? Has it become obsessive? Maybe your eating disorder helped you feel calm and in control at first- but now it feels like it is running your life. You’re stuck in a loop of obsessive thoughts and behaviors, disconnected from yourself and your loved ones, and wondering if healing is even possible. I know what it is like to be in that place. You’re not alone. And you don’t have to keep living this way. Together, we’ll work to reconnect you to your authentic self, your values, and build a life of meaning outside of your Eating Disorder.
As an Eating Disorder therapist with lived experience, I know how daunting the recovery process can feel. While no two journeys are the same, my experience gives me deep empathy for anyone struggling. I take a psychodynamic, feminist and relational approach to help you find meaningful recovery. Above all, your self determination is a top priority to me.
Together, we’ll gently explore what’s beneath the surface of your eating disorder—the pain, patterns, and stories that deserve to be heard with compassion. In my experience, true healing begins when we address the roots of your suffering, not just the symptoms. I would be honored to walk alongside you- reach out today for a free consultation call.
Call or Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist now for a free 15 minute consultation - (619) 273-0636

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

San Diego, CA 92103

(619) 273-0636
Website
Sessions are either virtual on in person depending on needs, preference and availability!
I specialize in Eating Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) and Body Image 
$275 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  
I'm Allyson, a licensed therapist in California with a deep passion for helping clients heal from eating disorders, OCD, trauma and anxiety!
Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist
Let's Connect (619) 273-0636
Photo of Allyson Ford - Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

San Diego, CA 92103

(619) 273-0636
Website
Sessions are either virtual on in person depending on needs, preference and availability!
I specialize in Eating Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) and Body Image 
$275 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  
I'm Allyson, a licensed therapist in California with a deep passion for helping clients heal from eating disorders, OCD, trauma and anxiety!
Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $275
  • Couple Sessions $295
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Lyra Health
  • Out of Network
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I am out of network with most insurance, but can provide superbills for reimbursement. I am able to take HSA/FSA cards as well as Lyra Health. Sliding scale sessions are available. Additionally, I have associate therapists on my team who offer lower price points for sessions and are supervised by me
Photo of Allyson Ford - Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 273-0636
"
I am out of network with most insurance, but can provide superbills for reimbursement. I am able to take HSA/FSA cards as well as Lyra Health. Sliding scale sessions are available. Additionally, I have associate therapists on my team who offer lower price points for sessions and are supervised by me
Photo of Allyson Ford - Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 273-0636

Qualifications

    Licensed Professional Counselor: Allyson Ford

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 8880 Allyson Ford
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 9 years
  • Attended New Mexico State University, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2017
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: California Board of Behavioral Sciences LPCC / 2020
  • Membership with International OCD Foundation Professional Membership / 2021
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I have extensive professional training as well as personal experience with recovery to guide you on your path to healing.
Photo of Allyson Ford - Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 273-0636
"
I have extensive professional training as well as personal experience with recovery to guide you on your path to healing.
Photo of Allyson Ford - Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 273-0636

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Eating Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Body Image

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Emotional Abuse
  • Family Conflict
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Substance Use
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I help people find freedom from Eating Disorders, OCD and Trauma. I help you define what recovery means to you and draw from both professional and lived experience. We will start with a thorough assessment of your life, your struggles and co-create goals to help you create a life full of meaning, away from the constant stress and anxiety that Eating Disorders and OCD bring.
Photo of Allyson Ford - Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 273-0636
"
I help people find freedom from Eating Disorders, OCD and Trauma. I help you define what recovery means to you and draw from both professional and lived experience. We will start with a thorough assessment of your life, your struggles and co-create goals to help you create a life full of meaning, away from the constant stress and anxiety that Eating Disorders and OCD bring.
Photo of Allyson Ford - Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 273-0636

7 Endorsements

Gabrielle Alyse Morreale
Gabrielle Alyse Morreale
Licensed Professional CounselorMALPC DBT-C
Allyson is true expert in the eating disorder and OCD field. Allyson works from a social justice lenses filled with compassion and knowledge. She is one of the best! Highly recommend.
Priscilla Moore
Priscilla Moore
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSWMSW
Allyson is truly one-of-a-kind! Her practice expertise with eating disorders is incredibly inclusive to all needs. She is not the type of ED therapist that will sugarcoat recovery. She truly wants recovery to be YOURS! This is rare in the field!
Georgia Sinclair
Georgia Sinclair
Associate Clinical Social WorkerASW
I'm so grateful to work with and be supervised by Allyson. Her relational approach and commitment to social justice have profoundly shaped my own approach to this work, and I'm continually inspired by her as I learn, grow, and evolve as a therapist!
Parisa Bazaei - OCD & Anxiety Therapist
Parisa Bazaei - OCD & Anxiety Therapist
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFTMA
Allyson offers a genuine, empowering presence that I've had the honor of experiencing first hand. She is gentle and relational in her approach & I highly recommend her, particularly for those struggling with an eating disorder, body image distress, or OCD.
Reece Thomas
Reece Thomas
Mental Health CounselorLMHCCMHCLPCMHSP
Allyson is a very caring human, who is intentional about bringing principles of transformative justice + abolition into the therapeutic realm. She thoughtfully incorporates these values into each relationship, creating a nurturing environment for growth!
Ericka C Leonard
Ericka C Leonard
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW-CLICSWLCSW
I've been consistently impressed by Allyson's commitment to equity and community care. She brings a powerful blend of expertise, empathy, and advocacy to everything she does.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Communities

Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Communities

Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Coaching
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Feminist
  • Humanistic
  • Inference Based CBT (ICBT)
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal
  • Ketamine-Assisted
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Trauma Focused
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I use a unique blend of evidence based therapy modalities to individualize your treatment, recognizing no one's journey is identical. I am grounded in a relational and feminist framework in addition to using techniques from Internal Family Systems, Attachment Based Therapy, ERP and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I also provide ketamine assisted therapy.
Photo of Allyson Ford - Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 273-0636
"
I use a unique blend of evidence based therapy modalities to individualize your treatment, recognizing no one's journey is identical. I am grounded in a relational and feminist framework in addition to using techniques from Internal Family Systems, Attachment Based Therapy, ERP and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I also provide ketamine assisted therapy.
Photo of Allyson Ford - Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 273-0636

Groups


Location

Primary Location

San Diego, CA 92103

(619) 273-0636
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Sessions are either virtual on in person depending on needs, preference and availability!
Photo of Allyson Ford - Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Call for a free consultation now - (619) 273-0636
"
Sessions are either virtual on in person depending on needs, preference and availability!
Photo of Allyson Ford - Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Allyson Ford Eating Disorder & OCD Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Call for a free consultation now - (619) 273-0636