Carol Lynn Ford

One of my life's goals was to live in the mountains. I'm an Iowa gal who spent many summers touring the West. So, when given the chance, I moved to Southwest Colorado. I loved mountain life. My dogs and I spent many days hiking with some four-wheeling and fishing thrown in. I worked at a Durango women's shelter and then became a clinical supervisor at Peaceful Spirit Southern Ute Treatment Center in Ignacio. I worked there for ten years and became better acquainted with some of the Native spiritual practices.

Since graduating from college, I have made it my life's mission to help others improve their lives. It is rewarding for me to see clients grow in their ability to navigate life's challenges and succeed. I believe that clients seek treatment in order to be an actor and not a reactor in their lives. I provide the positive coping skills that clients can use to better shape their futures. Each client has different issues, needs, and learning patterns. It is important for me to shape …therapy sessions to fit the client. My strength is the ability to form a warm and trusting relationship with each person. I learn as much from my clients as they do from me.