Carissa Ford, L.C.S.W.

Carissa Ford provides counseling services for patients in the College of Medicine’s Green Family Foundation Neighborhood Health Education Program (NeighborhoodHELP).

Ford is a licensed clinical social worker with over 8 years of experience in behavioral health, working with patients of various ages in schools, private practice, treatment centers, and outpatient settings. She also has extensive experience working with patients and students encountering substance use disorders or difficulties.

Education

Fellowship, Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training, Florida International University, Miami, FL
Master of Social Work, Florida International University, Miami, FL
Bachelor of Science in Social Work, Florida International University, Miami, FL

Specialties

Anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment, substance use disorders

Awards

El Café del Futuro Scholarship, Café Bustelo, 2016