Neurodivergent and Queer Affirming therapy
Danny Ford, Senior Accredited Integrative Psychotherapist
Online • Wakefield • York
I'm Danny Ford (they/them), an NCPS Senior Accredited therapist specialising in gender, sexual, and relationship diversity (GSRD) therapy.
We can work together online wherever you are in the UK, at my office in Wakefield, or we can take therapy outdoors and go walking in beautiful nature reserves near York.
Hi, I’m Danny Ford.
(they/them)
I am a queer, non-binary, qualified Integrative Psychotherapist. I work with individuals (aged 18 and over) online, outdoors in nature reserves near York, and at my therapy room in Wakefield.
I’ve been in private practice since 2012. Over the last 14 years I've helped the people I work with to:
Shift from anxiety and overwhelm to having a more regulated nervous system and feeling safer in the world.
Truly know that they are lovable - transforming a lifelong belief that they are unworthy and unlovable.
Have more confidence in themselves.
Learn to speak up for themselves instead of staying silent.
Go from people pleasing and over-extending themselves, to having healthy boundaries and prioritising doing things they love and that they find fun, enriching and energising.
Feel more enjoyment and energy in their lives.
Issues I can help you with.
Neurodivergence
Gender identity
People pleasing
Setting healthy boundaries
Sexuality
Grief
Emotional or narcissistic abuse
Trauma
Anxiety
Something else on your mind?
People come to see me about all kinds of experiences beyond those above, from life transitions and reproductive choices to stress, and things that are harder to name.
If you're wondering whether I'd be a good fit, just ask
Gender, Sexual and Relationship Diversity
You deserve therapy where every bit of who you are is welcomed with open arms. I work with all sexualities, gender identities, and relationship styles - whether that's kink, open relationships, polyamory, monogamy, queerplatonic, or any other form of connection.
My Personal Journey
I know what it's like on your side of the therapy room. I've experienced the pain of being misgendered and having my identity questioned by therapists who should have created safety. These hurtful moments showed me exactly what not to do.
Later, working with therapists who truly accepted me, I felt the profound difference this makes. This contrast shapes how I practice - with a deep commitment that you'll never need to educate me or justify who you are to me.
How We'll Work Together
You're in the driver's seat. We'll focus on what matters to you, moving at your own pace. There's no script to follow - just the space to explore what you need to, with someone who's here to support you, not direct you.
I’ve completed Pink Therapy's GSRD Essentials certificate and the OpeningUp CPD, the UK's first in-depth, specialist training for therapists working with people in ENM, open and poly relationships. I’m currently undertaking further training with Pink Therapy in working with Intersex clients.
A space for everyone
While I specialise in working with the GSRD community - especially those who are non-binary, trans, or intersex - my door is open to anyone seeking a thoughtful, caring space.
People tell me they feel truly seen in our sessions. My aim is simple: to offer the same warm, open-minded listening to everyone who works with me.
A Space Where You Belong
Ready to take the next step?
If what you've read here resonates with you, I'd love to hear what's brought you to this point. Book a free introductory call and we can explore whether working together feels right for you.
No pressure, just a genuine conversation to sense together whether I’m a good fit to support you.