Kylara Ward

Clinical Social Work Associate

Kylara is a Clinical Social Work Associate (CSWA). She earned her Master’s in Clinical Social Work from Walla Walla University and her Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Philosophy from Oregon State University.

She works primarily with adolescents, adults, couples, and families navigating challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, psychosis, grief, identity exploration, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Her approach is integrative, collaborative, and trauma-informed, grounded in humanistic and existential principles and informed by evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), attachment-based and psychodynamic approaches, Internal Family Systems (IFS)-informed interventions, Narrative Therapy, and skills-based approaches. She strives to create a compassionate space where clients can better understand themselves, build insight, and develop meaningful tools for growth and change.

Her professional experience includes community mental health, including specialized work with the Early Assessment and Support Alliance (EASA) program supporting adolescents and young adults experiencing early psychosis, as well as correctional programs supporting individuals and families through psychoeducational and growth-focused interventions. Prior to entering the mental health field, she served in the military and worked in hospitality after earning an Associate of Applied Science in Hospitality and Tourism- experiences that strengthened her adaptability, resilience, creativity, and ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds.