Nichole Ford Essential Comforts
Licensed Therapist. Birth Doula. Photographer. Life Coach.
Licensed Therapist
Hey! I am so excited you found my website. Let me tell you a bit about myself. My name is Nichole Ford. I am a Licensed Therapist with a trauma informed training certification. I offer tele-therapy to clients in Pennsylvania, Vermont, Virginia, Delaware, South Carolina and Florida.
I am passionate about helping people during difficult times when hope feels so far away.
Birth Doula
I am a trauma informed birth doula and fell in love with it at my friends home birth. I love the education and encouragement I share with you and your loved ones. I would love to bring comfort measures such as counter pressures, massage therapy, affirming words and other ideas that make labor more bearable.
Photographer
I am a photographer that loves to capture every raw detail of labor and delivery. It’s amazing the feelings and vulnerabilities the camera can capture. i look forward to doing that with you.
Hello
Hey! I am so excited you landed on my page. Let me tell you a bit about myself. My name is Nichole Ford and I have 5 kids. The 3 girls are 15, and twins that are 13, after the girls I had 2 boys, 6 and 4. I love the science of mental illness and the power of talk therapy, the beauty of being a doula to empower women and the ability to capture the most meaningful moments by my camera.
I love all stages of life some which can be harder than others. Whether it’s young adulthood when the world seems unknown. To the person trying to manage it all. To the humans struggling with mental health concerns. To the person in deep grief and trauma on this life’s journey.
The Doula in me absolutely loves labor. It’s pure ecstasy. From the comfort measures, the encouragement and the ability to connect with the laboring mom are some of the many reasons I began this practice. Women are the STRONGEST AND THE BEST.
Being a photographer is one of my top 3 favorite things. I love seeing all of creation including people and nature through the eye of the camera.
My Passion as a Doula
I love working with women and moms on the everyday difficulties we face and the really big, hard, scary and sometimes pretty traumatic events we have endured. It is so special to be able to relay hope to another mom where hope has lost its way and fear has replaced it. Postpartum is such a big transition. I love when we call it the 4th trimester. It really helps capture the new role mom has to adjust too with baby and the outside world. It is DIFFICULT and do not let anyone tell you otherwise. I would enjoy being there for you in a helping position where hormones, lack of sleep, and new responsibilities can feel unachievable. We will assess together what you need during this time. Sometimes it’s just an ear and validation but at other times it could be talking more through this transition. We will do it together.
"Being a mother
is learning about strengths you
didn't know you
had and dealing
with fears you
didn't know
existed."
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THINGS MY CLIENTS ARE SAYING
Nichole was extremely patient and easy going during our time together. I felt completely safe and relaxed - it was such an intimate moment for me and my baby. She is incredibly kind hearted and considerate. Her heart shines through her work.
Nichole was such a joy and huge blessing at my birth. A true natural doula. She read the room. She read my needs. Whether I was deep in contractions, or quietly resting in between, Nichole knew what I needed without even speaking. A cool cloth for my forehead. Some hip pushes. A drink of water. A good suggestion for change of position. Pulling my hair back away from my face. She was the calm, yet strong force I needed in my birth. I am so thankful to God that I had her with and around me while I labored intensely. If I have another birth I will definitely be calling on her.
“Nichole is a wonderful therapist and I highly recommend her. She is very patient, understanding and comforting while also holding me accountable. I have felt such a change within myself and truly enjoy our sessions that have encouraged / guided / supported my growth.”
“Nichole is absolutely amazing. She’s caring and makes me feel heard. I highly recommend coming to her. She has a beautiful warm essence about her and is just very kind.”“Nichole is absolutely amazing. She’s caring and makes me feel heard. I highly recommend coming to her. She has a beautiful warm essence about her and is just very kind.”
“Nichole Ford creates a space that is relaxed and free from judgment. I would recommend her for anyone looking to improve the quality of their mental health!”