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Percy Ford, LPC
Tennessee
LPC in Tennessee - Anxiety and Addictions
See online therapy options- CBT focused
- Mindfulness practice
- Motivational interviewing
About Percy
Percy Ford is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in Tennessee with 15 years of clinical experience. He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, coping with life changes, and depression. He also focuses on first responder issues, veteran and armed forces issues, personality disorders, seasonal affective disorder, self-harm, sex addiction, sexual assault and abuse, and sexual dysfunction.
He trained with a master's degree in Professional Counseling from Argosy University Nashville and holds an earlier degree in social work from Tuskegee University. He was first licensed in 2010 and has worked in inpatient treatment settings for adolescent sex offenders and for alcohol and drug addictions. He provided sex offender treatment therapy for ten years and has been in private practice work with individuals and families since 2012.
His approach blends several models. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a primary method he uses to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and to test small behavior changes. He also draws on psychodynamic ideas to look at patterns that repeat over time, and person-centered work to keep sessions straightforward and focused on the client's concerns.
Percy often combines brief, goal-focused techniques with longer-term insight work depending on the issue. He uses mindfulness skills for managing strong emotions and motivational interviewing when someone needs help finding reasons to change addictive behaviors. Sessions tend to be practical and exercise-based when appropriate.
Outside of practice he spends free time outdoors fishing, hunting, hiking, camping, gardening, and caring for his beagle hounds.
How CBT, mindfulness, and motivation work online
Percy uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts, test small behavior changes, and practice new responses. CBT sessions often include short exercises and homework aimed at specific symptoms like anxiety or depressive thinking.He also uses Mindfulness Therapy to teach simple attention and breathing practices that reduce reactivity and help manage strong feelings. Motivational Interviewing is used when someone is unsure about change; it focuses on clarifying personal reasons and building motivation without pressure.
Finding the best approach is a collaborative step. He will discuss goals and preferences and try methods that fit the client's needs. If one way of working doesn't help, adjustments are made so sessions stay practical and goal oriented.
Session formats are not listed in his biography, so confirm current online session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Therapists and licensed professionals commonly use these benefits to make sessions more convenient while focusing on concrete skills and measurable progress.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Tennessee, Oregon
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What problems does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, coping with life changes, and depression. He also focuses on issues like first responder and veteran concerns, personality disorders, SAD, self-harm, and sexual concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He blends practical, structured approaches with deeper exploration. CBT is used to spot unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors alongside psychodynamic work for recurring patterns.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 15 years of clinical experience and was first licensed in 2010. He has worked in inpatient addiction and adolescent treatment settings and in private practice since 2012.
What are his credentials and location?
He is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor, licensed in Tennessee. His training includes a master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Argosy University Nashville.
What languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing depends on the client's chosen location.
How do I begin the process?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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