Everything comes from a place of kindness and compassion.

Jody Ballard is not just a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Certified Wellness Coach; she’s a seasoned navigator of the human experience with over 40 years of deep, hands-on expertise. Her professional journey has taken her through the challenging landscapes of domestic violence shelters, the intense environments of inpatient adolescent psychiatric hospitals, and the crucial moments of community crisis intervention. From high school counseling and teaching to consulting and providing mental health support for Red Cross Disaster Relief, Jody’s influence has been felt in some of life’s most pivotal moments.

Her work has crossed continents, taking her from the mountainous beauty of her native Montana to the historic streets of Europe and the vibrant cultures of the Middle East. Since 2017, Jody has brought her rich experience to the tranquil shores of Honolulu, Hawaii, where she continues her private practice, teaching, and international speaking on Health and Wellness.

Driven by an unyielding passion for understanding human behavior, Jody’s career is defined by her ability to see people's inherent resilience and goodness, even in their darkest hours. Early on, she realized that many of her clients were reaching out on the worst days of their lives. This realization fueled her desire to create proactive educational programs designed to prevent crises before they occur.

Jody is not just a counselor; she’s a storyteller with a gift for crafting immersive, reflective narratives. Her writing draws readers in, inviting them to explore their own lives through the lens of her stories. Her novels are more than just books; they are journeys that embrace the beauty of human flaws and the lessons that come from them. Jody’s words resonate deeply, guiding readers toward more positive, fulfilling paths with graceful and profoundly insightful prose.