Melanie Chitwood

Melanie Chitwood is a compassionate counselor, dedicated to helping adults navigate the often daunting process of finding the right therapist. She understands that individuals may feel out of sorts, isolated, or misunderstood when facing relationship challenges, family stress, academic pressures, or trauma recovery. Whether someone is grappling with grief over a loss, the end of a significant relationship, or the cultural adjustments that come with relocating, Melanie is here to support them through it all. Her specialties encompass grief and loss, relationship dynamics, identity rebuilding post-divorce, healing from discrimination, and adjusting to culture shock. With over a decade of living in the Far East, Middle East, and the UK, Melanie brings a rich, global perspective to her practice. She has successfully counseled clients from 19 different countries, each with unique ethnic, socio-economic, and religious backgrounds. This diverse experience enables her to understand individuals within their own cultural contexts, making her a relatable ally in the journey toward healing and self-discovery. Melanie employs a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Positive Psychology, Trauma Focused, and Humanistic approaches, all tailored to honor the unique experiences of her clients, particularly those navigating neurodivergence and social mobility adjustments.