Based on the whole person, integrated therapy addresses the needs of individuals with Asperger’s and high functioning autism.  At Partners in Healing, Anne Ford, MSW, LICSW provides a treatment approach compatible with each individual’s ability, interests and goals.  She provides empathetic, upbeat therapeutic approaches and research-driven explanations of the inner world of individuals on the spectrum.  Anne Ford works to create new concepts and workable strategies for the individual to function and find sources of satisfaction in his or her life.

Individual, Couple, and Family Therapy
Individual, couple, and family therapy involve insights and new behaviors that empower individuals to explore their role in their relationships whether it is in their family, work setting, school setting or community. Anne and her clients identify strengths and build new skills to utilize effective strategies for responding to individuals needs. Parents, spouses, and family members may play a role in the treatment process to improve family relationships, support new learning, and create new templates for behavior.

Integrated Training and Consultation
Anne Ford also provides training and consultation for health care providers, parents, employers, teachers, professionals, and spouses who are involved with individuals on the autism spectrum.  This includes information on causes, symptoms, co-morbidity, and treatments for a whole range of often co-existing neuro-behavioral disorders in individuals.  Anne and her colleagues at Partners in Healing provide autism spectrum services throughout the life span:    

•    Neuropsychological evaluations for child, teens, and adults
•    Parent support for families with someone on the spectrum
•    Marital therapy when a spouse has Asperger’s/high functioning autism
•    Psychoeducation and support for siblings of a family member on the spectrum
•    Classroom skills necessary to navigate the school and social world
•    Workforce skills necessary to navigate the work and social world, to apply knowledge to real life situations, and aid in the development of a strong work ethic.
•    Naturopathic medicine and nutritional counseling for individuals on the spectrum

Treating Co-existing Conditions
Co-morbidity often accompanies Asperger’s/high functioning autism.  Anne Ford also treats a range of concerns with cognitive-behavior therapy and EMDR:

•    Mood Disorder, Depression and Bipolar Disorder
•    Anxiety Disorders, OCD, Panic Disorder and Social Anxiety
•    Adoption and Attachment Issues
•    Trauma/PTSD
•    Strained relationships with parents and authority figures
•    Decline in academic performance
•    ADD/ADHD issues
•    Anger Management
•    Thought Disorders
•    Personality Disorders
•    Negative peers
•    Somatoform Disorders
•    Eating disorders

We are very happy to welcome Anne J. Ford, MSW, LICSW, to Partners in Healing of Minneapolis.  Anne brings over 15 years of therapeutic experience working with children, teenagers, parents, adults, couples and groups.  She specializes in ADHD, High Functioning Autism and Asperger's syndrome.  To schedule with Anne J. Ford, please contact us at 763-546-5797 or info@pih-mpls.com.