Mare Hiles

Have you spent your life feeling “too much,” “too different,” or like you never quite fit in? Maybe you’ve been told you’re too loud, too sensitive, too intense, too quirky, or too bold. Therapy can be a space where those parts of you are no longer treated like problems to fix — but strengths to understand and embrace.

I work with people who often feel like outsiders, creatives, deep feelers, neurodivergent individuals, LGBTQ+ clients, and anyone trying to reconnect with who they truly are underneath masking, shame, burnout, or self-doubt. Together, we’ll explore the parts of you that may have been misunderstood and help you build a life that feels more authentic, grounded, and joyful.

My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, creative, and deeply affirming. Sessions with me are not about becoming someone else — they’re about helping you feel more confident being yourself. We may laugh, cry, swear, process hard things, geek out over shared interests, or follow unexpected tangents that lead to important insights. Curiosity, creativity, special interests, and individuality are always welcome here.

As someone who grew up feeling different, I understand the desire to be accepted for who you are rather than pressured to shrink yourself to fit others’ expectations. My own therapy journey taught me that the qualities that once made me feel marginalized were also sources of resilience, connection, and strength. I believe the same can be true for you.

Whether you’re navigating anxiety, identity exploration, relationship challenges, burnout, self-esteem concerns, life transitions, or simply wanting to understand yourself more deeply, therapy can help you reconnect with your own unique strengths.

You do not have to become less yourself to feel worthy, connected, or successful.

Your differences may not be flaws at all. They may be your superpower.

Ready to get started? Reach out today to schedule a consultation or book your first therapy session.