Sonya Ford
Dr. Ford earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Old Dominion University, her Master of Science in School Counseling from the Johns Hopkins University, and her Doctor of Education in Counseling Psychology from the American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University. She holds two Certificates of Advanced Graduate Studies from the Johns Hopkins University in Clinical Community Counseling and Teaching in Higher Education.
Dr. Ford is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), National Certified Counselor (NCC), National Certified School Counselor (NCSC), and Board Certified Telemental Health Provider (BC-TMH).
Dr. Ford has been a Contributing Faculty member in the School of Counseling at Walden University since 2011.
Courses Taught
COUN 6215 - Lifespan Development
COUN 6720 - Diagnosis and Assessment
COUN 6360 - Assessment in Counseling and Education
COUN 6111S - Introduction to School Counseling
COUN 6320S - Group Counseling & Guidance in Schools
Education
EdD, Argosy University
Post-master's Certificate, The Johns Hopkins University
MS, The Johns Hopkins University
Graduate Certificate, The Johns Hopkins University
BS, Old Dominion University
Public Service
Divine Nine Alliance, Member -
Lions Club of Antigua, Volunteer - St. Johns
Awards / Honors
ASCA School Counselor of the Year Semi-Finalist, American School Counselor Association, 2015
Maryland Middle School Counselor of the Year, Maryland School Counselor Association, 2014
ASCA School Counselor of the Year Nominee, American School Counselor Association, 2011
Chi Sigma Iota - Counseling Honor Society, Argosy University, 2006
Maryland Elementary School Counselor of the Year, Maryland School Counselor Association, 2004
Lion of the Year, Lions Club of Antigua, 2023
Publications
Ford, S. L. (2022). Back-to-School Blues: Helping Your Child Cope with School Anxiety. Antigua Observer Newspaper
Ford, S. L. (2022). Understanding Suicide: It’s Okay to Not Be Okay. Antigua Observer Newspaper
Ford, S. L. (2022). Back-to-School Blues: Helping Your Child Cope with School Anxiety. Antigua Observer Newspaper
Ford, S. (2018). The Journey to Step 1: A Preparation Mindset. The AUA Campus Update
Ford, S. (2015). Violence in the Lives of Students. MSCA Counselor
Ford, S. (2015). Back-to-School: Mental Health in Schools. MSCA Counselor
Ford, S. (2014). Back-to-School Strategies for You and Your Students. MSCA Counselor
Ford, S. (2014). And Another Thing – Inspire Yourself.
Ford, S. (2012). Dr. Sonya Says: Love Yourself First Everyday – 30 Days of Instant Inspiration and Other Thoughts. .
Ford, S. (2011). Strength in Numbers. MSCA Counselor
Ford, S. (2010). Being A Counselor. MSCA Counselor
Presentations
Ford, S. L. (2023). Understanding How Emotions Affect Behaviors. Antigua and Barbuda Ministry of Education
Ford, S. L. (2021). More Than Enough. Charles County Commission for Women
Ford, S. L. (2021). Snap Out of It. AUA American Women's Medical Association
Ford, S. L. (2020). Note to Self. Antigua and Barbuda Support and Referral Centre (SARC) and Gender-Based Violence (GBV)
Ford, S. L. (2020). Mental Health and Law Enforcement: Eliminating the Stigma of Mental Health. Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda
Ford, S. L. (2018). The Journey to STEP 1: A Preparation Mindset. Association for Medical Education in Europe (AMEE)
Ford, S. L. (2018). Managing Test Anxiety . Education Enhancement Department
Ford, S. L. (2015). The WOW Factor: How to Be a Star Candidate Using an Electronic Portfolio. Maryland School Counselor Association
Ford, S. (2015). There’s No Such Thing as a Guidance Counselor. the Maryland State Department of Education
Ford, S. (2015). School Counselors Rock! Showcasing Your Counseling Program in the 21st Century!. Maryland State Education Association
Ford, S. (2012). Mental Health Awareness Forum . The North Arundel County Alumnae Chapter (NACAC) of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, in conjunction with the Anne Arundel County Community Action Partnership Head Start Program
Ford, S. (2012). Investing in Education . The College Board
Ford, S., Clay, W. (2012). Working with African American Males. American School Counselor Association (ASCA)
Ford, S. (2010). College and career readiness: Where do I begin? . Maryland School Counselor Association