Shaakira Ford(She/Her/Hers)
Doctor of Social Work, DSW•Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Georgia
Anger management- Anxiety - Couples counseling-Life coaching-Women's issues-Clinical supervision-
Shaakira Ford
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Professional statement
Dr. Shaakira Ford is a licensed mental health professional possessing 20 years of clinical experience supporting individuals and couples in creating authentic lives. Dr. Ford earned a bachelor's in social sciences from University of Alabama-Birmingham, a master's in clinical social work from Loyola University Chicago, and a doctorate in clinical social work from Aurora University. Dr. Ford is passionate about collaborating with clients in not only planting seeds for meaningful growth, but she is also dedicated to ensuring your goals bloom into a life you enjoy.
Work and Education
Years of Experience: 21 years
https://www.bloomcoachingllc.com/, Founder & Mental Health Therapist, 2022 - Present
Aurora University , Doctor of Clinical Social Work, 2020
Loyola University Chicago , Master of Clinical Social Work , 2005
University of Alabma-Birmingham , Bachelor of Social Sciences , 1998
Licensure
Georgia: CSW006444Languages
EnglishSpecialties
Anger management - Addressing sudden outbursts of anger or sustained resentment; developing healthy anger expression and outlets
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Couples counseling - Addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; strengthening communication and feelings of security, desire, connection, and love
Life coaching - Identifying intentions and implementing strategies to build resilience and work towards one’s personal, health, or career goals
Women's issues - Therapy tailored to common concerns among women; providing a safe and understanding space to address life challenges, stressors, and questions around identity as a woman
Clinical supervision - Offering professional supervision services for clinicians
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Couples
- Parents
- Seniors (65+)
- Young adults (18-24)
- Loveland Therapy Fund Clients
Locations & Hours
Insurance
- Aetna (in-network in GA)
- Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (in-network in GA)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (in-network in GA)
- Carelon (in-network in GA)
- Cigna (in-network in GA)
- Optum (in-network in GA)
- Oxford Health Plans (in-network in GA)
Out-of-pocket fees
- Individual sessions:$150 (60min)
- Sliding scale:$50 - $150
- Couples sessions:$300 (90min)
Additional session information
Out-of-network billing options
This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:
Payment options
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- Venmo
- Zelle
Session frequency
Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.
- Weekly
- Monthly
- Every other week
- Every other month
- Multiple times a week
- As needed
Publications
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