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Practice Information
Summy is a Registered Clinical Counsellor and a Counselling Art Therapist who graduated with a Master of Counselling Psychology: Art Therapy from Adler University. Summy has experience providing individual and couple/relationship psychotherapy services and group art therapy for adults of all ages. She also has experience working with children and adolescents using art therapy interventions and assessments.
Summy’s own lived experience has given her a deep understanding of the systemic and relational challenges we often face and the importance of connecting with our inner strengths. As an immigrant, she also experienced the pain of separation from her family and friends and the challenges of adjusting to a new country. She deeply understands the importance of self-compassion, empowerment, relational support, and the resilience that arises from vulnerability.
Specialized Training
- Gottman Method Couples therapy- (level 1) / Trauma-informed care training (2022) / Positive Discipline for Parenting (2021)
- Trauma Focused CBT for all ages (level 1)
/ Trauma Focused CBT for all ages (level 2)
/ BC Concurrent Disorder Conference (2021) - Internal Family System (2022) / Advancing Perinatal Counselling (2023) / The Neurobiology of Attachment (2023)
- Battered Women Support Services – Crisis line training and volunteering / Neuroscience for Parents (2021) / Using Yoga in Counselling (2021)
- Summy is an approved ICBC and a CVAP counsellor. She would directly bill ICBC and CVAP for clients with approved sessions from these providers.