Melanie Ward

I’m LGBTQ+ and neurodivergence affirming, sex- and body-positive, kink aware, poly friendly, trauma informed, and social justice and liberation oriented.

Therapy is a collaborative journey of self-discovery and healing. I offer a diverse range of tools and approaches to help you explore your identity, cultivate self-compassion, and reframe limiting narratives. Together, we'll delve into the complexities of your inner world, exploring the different parts of yourself, how your nervous system responds to stress, and your patterns of connection with others.

Healing and finding purpose can be challenging in a world that expects us to think and behave in ways that prioritize others' comfort over our own well-being. I believe that true healing goes beyond simply "functioning better” and requires that we embrace our authentic selves, even in the face of adversity. We'll explore how systemic injustices impact your well-being and how trauma has shaped your responses to difficulties. When we embrace our strengths as they are instead of what we think they should be, magic happens. And when we have a better understanding of who we really are, we can shape lives that we love and don’t want to escape from.