Dr. Leslie Ford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
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Bolingbrook, IL 60440
Let's Connect (331) 244-6085

We are so pleased that you have taken the first step in seeking support by connecting with our practice. Life challenges can sometimes be too painful and overwhelming to carry alone. We specialize in addressing personal challenges, relationships issues and providing support to manage mental health concerns. With evidence-based tools and caring professional support it is possible to feel happy, capable and fulfilled.
Our practice utilizes a strengths-based approach to aids clients in developing new insight and skills to navigate current life circumstances and future challenges as they arise. The first step in this process is to understand your immediate concerns and past experiences. Together we will then establish treatment goals to help you achieve desired outcomes.
Seeking professional support takes courage. Struggling with longstanding issues can leave you feeling confused, overwhelmed and without resolution. Our practice is a safe, supportive environment where you can feel comfortable sharing sensitive concerns. We look forward to helping you re-bound and take control of the direction of your life.
Call or Email Dr. Leslie Ford now for a free 15 minute consultation - (331) 244-6085
Let's Connect (331) 244-6085

Finances
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Optum
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Dr. Leslie Ford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (331) 244-6085
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 149.011528 Leslie Lewis Ford
- In Practice for 33 years
- Attended University of Illinois at Chicago, Graduated 2007
- Certificate from CCMC 4218589 / 2000
- Certificate from NASW 1992
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Dr. Leslie Ford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (331) 244-6085
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Child
- Relationship Issues
- Mood Disorders
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Antisocial Personality
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Career Counseling
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Impulsivity
- Chronic Pain
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Infidelity
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Racial Identity
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Dr. Leslie Ford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (331) 244-6085
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Religion
Christian
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Family Systems
- Humanistic
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Dr. Leslie Ford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (331) 244-6085
Location
Nearby Areas
Dr. Leslie Ford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (331) 244-6085