Therapy for the Unconventional with Melanie Ward

Do you feel like the world was designed for one type of person, and that you didn’t get or don’t want to follow the rulebook? You’ve experienced rejection, discrimination, invalidation, or misunderstandings due to part of your identity. Hiding parts of yourself to survive leaves you disconnected from your authentic self and depressed, anxious, and ashamed. You’re not alone. I’ll help you learn coping skills and examine your story with self-compassion as you build a life you fit into perfectly.
In our work together, I’ll bring compassion, curiosity, and a dash of humor. I believe the therapeutic relationship provides a nurturing space to access our innate ability to grow and heal. Even though many of our difficulties stem from systemic inequalities that can’t be easily changed, we can cultivate resilience, find joy, and create authentic lives.