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Melinda Ward

LCSW · Montana · Online sessions

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About Melinda Ward

I am licensed in Montana with over 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I have a deep faith that I draw on to help others. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

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Languages Spoken

  • English

Melinda Ward is serving from:

Montana

Years in practice

8 years

NPI number

  • 1700434867

License Details

MT LCSW BBH-LCSW-LIC-38824

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