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Summyr Harris, LPCC
California
LPCC California - Stress and relationship concerns
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Emotion regulation skills
- Solution-focused steps
About Summyr
Summyr Harris is an LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in California with eight years of clinical experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression. Her work also addresses related issues such as abandonment, attachment struggles, codependency, and caregiver stress.
She uses straightforward conversation to identify what is causing distress. Sessions focus on noticing unhelpful thoughts and testing new ways of responding. Practical skills and short-term strategies are mixed with exploration of longer-standing patterns when that is useful.
Summyr draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to examine the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. She also uses Client-Centered methods to make space for a client's priorities, and elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy for emotion regulation skills. Solution-Focused and Psychodynamic ideas may appear when relevant to a problem.
People can expect clear goals and structured steps toward those goals. Sessions typically include exercises to practice between meetings and concrete strategies to try in everyday situations. Progress is reviewed regularly so plans can be adjusted.
Her approach is practical and goal-oriented, with attention to how past experiences shape current reactions. Summyr works in English and practices in California. Prospective clients are asked to confirm session options before booking to make sure the format fits their needs.
How her approaches translate to online work
Summyr frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice thought patterns and try new behaviors; this approach is practical and aimed at everyday problems like anxiety and low mood. She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy to keep the client's concerns and goals central, allowing sessions to follow what matters most to the person. Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques may be used to teach specific emotion regulation and distress-tolerance skills useful for managing strong feelings.Deciding which approach to use is collaborative. The therapist will review concerns, goals, and preferences, then recommend a mix of strategies to try. Plans are adjusted over time based on what helps and what doesn’t, so the client and therapist work together to find the best fit.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also let people practice skills in their usual routines, such as testing a communication strategy between sessions. Talk with the therapist about which setup would be most practical for daily life and goals.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with most often?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression, along with related concerns such as attachment or codependency.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
CBT is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and test different responses. Sessions include practical exercises to change thinking and behavior patterns.
What is her clinical background?
She has eight years of professional experience working with the listed concerns and integrates several therapeutic approaches based on client needs.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is an LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor practicing in California.
Which languages are services provided in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what is the cost structure?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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