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Summer Carter

Therapist
1 year of experience
  • Virtual
  • Depression, Stress management, End of life care, Grief or loss, Women's issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Hello, my name is Summer Carter, LCSW, MBA, and I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with compassion, hope, and support. With experience in mental health, trauma-informed care, emotional wellness, grief support, and life transitions, I strive to create a safe and empowering space where clients feel heard, respected, and valued.

I believe that everyone’s story matters, and no one should have to face difficult seasons alone.

My approach to therapy

At Sunflower Journey to Hope, I provide person-centered telehealth counseling services for adults, families, and older adults from diverse backgrounds. My approach is empathetic, empowering, and supportive, helping clients build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, and move toward healing and personal growth.

What you can expect from me

During your first session, clients can expect a welcoming, supportive, and judgment-free environment where they can openly share their concerns, experiences, and goals at their own pace. We will discuss current challenges, emotional needs, and personal goals while creating a treatment approach that feels comfortable, empowering, and supportive. My goal is for clients to leave their first session feeling heard, validated, and hopeful about their path forward.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Warm, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    1 year of experience
  • Training
    Other at Columbia Southern University, MSW (Master of Social Work) at Arizona State University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Illinois)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Depression, Stress management, End of life care, Grief or loss, Women's issues
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Relationship issues
  • Therapy methods
    Strength-Based, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English