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Laura Ford, MA, LPCC
Minnesota License #1805
(952) 831-2000 Ext. 714
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Cabot Psychological Services, PLLC
7400 Metro Boulevard #216, Edina, Minnesota 55439
Phone: 952.831.2000 Fax: 952.835.6134
info@cabotpsychologicalservices.com
While operating primarily from a psychodynamic orientation, Laura also draws upon a range of other complementary approaches, including existentialist and cognitive-behavioral techniques. Laura has a particular interest in depth-oriented approaches, and emphasizes development of client insight, self-integration and self-acceptance. She believes that in looking at the parts of ourselves we unknowingly seek to avoid, we can learn to engage in the world in a more authentic and fulfilling way.
Laura works with clients on a wide range of presenting concerns, including depression, anger, shame, grief and loss, anxiety, perfectionistic thinking, relationship difficulties and self-doubt. Laura is a Licensed Professional Counselor, and has worked with adults, couples, families and teens in a variety of settings for over ten years. Laura brings patience, open-mindedness and a sense of humor to the therapeutic relationship.
Education
- St. Mary’s University of Minnesota
- MA in Counseling and Psychological Services (2016)
- MA in Counseling and Psychological Services (2016)
- Bethel University
- BA in Education (2005)
- BA in Education (2005)
Training
- Master’s Practicum at Integral Psychotherapy and Family Counseling – private practice serving adults, couples and families
- Intern at LifeSpan’s Youth Transition Program – day treatment programming for teens
Experience
- Program Manager with Hennepin County’s Family Stabilization Services program, providing mental health case management services to families
- Mental Health Practitioner at Reach for Resources Inc, providing Adult Rehabilitative Mental Health Services (ARMHS)
The Noonday Demon: An Atlas of Depression by Andrew Solomon
The Chemistry of Calm: A Powerful, Drug-Free Plan to Quiet Your Fears and Overcome Your Anxiety by Henry Emmons, M.D.
Facing Codependence: What It Is, Where It Comes from, How It Sabotages Our Lives by Pia Mellody