Psychologist and Therapist in Pasadena, California Lori Ford, Psychologist
Provider Gender: Female
Ages Served: 18-65+
Appointments: Telehealth only. In-office visits not available
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only

Lori Ford, PhD, MFT
Negative mood and anxiety can keep us from accomplishing our dreams and finding joy. My style is to work collaboratively with you to understand your perspective and challenges then help you develop motivation and tools to reach your goals. I have experience using evidence-based practices and research in my work. I also enjoy using creative skills that match my clients’ styles, hobbies, and values to ensure that these changes will last beyond your short time with me.
I have been helping individuals, couples, and families work through many different challenges since 1996. I previously specialized in substance abuse treatment, health psychology, and research. I have extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, and neurodiversity. I currently work with adults, couples, and families.
Life is an amazing journey, and I would love to help you meet your goals and experience this journey with happiness!
Expertise
- ADHD
- Alcohol and Drug Use Issues
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Childhood Behavior Issues
- Couple's Issues
- Depression
- Grief
- Later Life Transitions
- Medical Conditions/Health Psychology
- Midlife Transitions
- Postpartum Depression/Anxiety
- PTSD/Trauma
- School Avoidance
- Women's Issues
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Aetna-Medicare
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)
- Blue Shield of California
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Carelon (Beacon)-Medicare
- Centivo
- Central Health Plan of California-Medicare
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)-Medicare
- Elevance Health (Anthem Blue Cross)
- Elevance Health (Anthem Blue Cross)-Medicare
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Evernorth (Cigna)-Medicare
- Health Net (MHN)
- Health Net (MHN)-Medicare
- Humana-Medicare
- Kaiser Permanente (NorCal)
- Kaiser Permanente (NorCal)-Medicare
- Lucet (SCAN Health Plan)-Medicare
- Magellan
- Medicare
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare-Medicare
- Sana Benefits
- Sana Benefits-Medicare
- Tricare West (TriWest)
Interventions
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples/Marital Counseling
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Exposure Therapy
- Faith-Based Treatment
- Family Therapy
- Mindfulness
- Parenting Skills
Education
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Walden University
Graduate School | 2014
Minneapolis, MN, United States
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California Polytechnic State University
Graduate School | 1997
San Luis Obispo, CA
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University of California
Undergraduate | 1994
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
Languages
- English
FAQs
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Lori Ford. You can also call 925-282-1778 to have someone assist you.
Lori Ford generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 925-282-1778 to find out Lori Ford's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Lori Ford:
- Aetna
- Aetna-Medicare
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)
- Blue Shield of California
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Carelon (Beacon)-Medicare
- Centivo
- Central Health Plan of California-Medicare
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)-Medicare
- Elevance Health (Anthem Blue Cross)
- Elevance Health (Anthem Blue Cross)-Medicare
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Evernorth (Cigna)-Medicare
- Health Net (MHN)
- Health Net (MHN)-Medicare
- Humana-Medicare
- Kaiser Permanente (NorCal)
- Kaiser Permanente (NorCal)-Medicare
- Lucet (SCAN Health Plan)-Medicare
- Magellan
- Medicare
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare-Medicare
- Sana Benefits
- Sana Benefits-Medicare
- Tricare West (TriWest)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 925-282-1778 to see how we can help.
Lori Ford is a Psychologist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Yes, Lori Ford does offer online telehealth visits.
No, Lori Ford is not currently offering in-office visits. They are offering online telehealth appointments.