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Entry 152688North Carolina / United States

Syveria(Candy) Ford

Syveria(Candy) Ford, LCMHC

North Carolina 16 years in practice

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LCMHC in North Carolina - relationships and mood

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Parenting and family
  • CBT and EFT methods

About Syveria(Candy)

Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina with 16 years of experience, Syveria (Candy) Ford helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting concerns. She works with adults on issues like trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, career decisions, ADHD, and coping with life changes. Sessions are conducted in English and are aimed at practical problem solving and clearer communication.

Ford focuses on straightforward, person-centered work. She listens first, then helps clients name what matters most. Conversations often include skills from cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused techniques to manage mood and daily challenges. Emotion-focused ideas are used when relationships and intimacy are central concerns.

She also uses motivational interviewing to help people find internal reasons to change and keep moving forward. That approach can be helpful for career shifts, managing impulsivity, or sticking with new habits. Internal Family Systems ideas are sometimes part of sessions when clients want to understand different parts of themselves that drive behavior.

Practical issues such as blended family dynamics, communication problems, domestic violence history, and disruptive mood concerns are within her stated focus areas. She works with young adults and people navigating life transitions as well. Ford lists post-traumatic stress, mood disorders, and relationship intimacy among areas she addresses.

Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. International clients are not accepted.

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How her approaches translate to online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what the person says so they can clarify feelings and choices. Online sessions use that same emphasis on listening to help people name priorities and make decisions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) centers on noticing thoughts and testing small changes in behavior. In online sessions CBT tools might include tracking moods, practicing coping skills between meetings, and reviewing what worked or didn’t.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people identify patterns in close relationships and shift how they express feelings. When relationship or intimacy issues come up, sessions focus on noticing interaction patterns and trying new ways of communicating.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to identify goals and pick methods that fit the issue and the person’s preferences. That choice can change over time as needs evolve.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow short check-ins on tough days, or reduce travel time. These practical benefits help people integrate therapy into everyday life while working on mood, relationships, and behavior changes.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesDepression

Also works with

Trauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

16+ years

Listed in

North Carolina

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she work with?

She addresses stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting concerns, and related issues such as trauma, anger, self-esteem, ADHD, and life changes.

What is her therapeutic style?

Her work is person-centered and practical. She pairs listening with skills-based methods like CBT, solution-focused techniques, and emotion-focused work when relationships are central.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 16 years of professional experience working with people on a range of mental health and relationship concerns.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She is an LCMHC, Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, licensed in North Carolina.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she work with international clients?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.

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

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