Jennifer Sumner (RCC)

Major life events can have a profound impact on our mental and emotional well‑being. Even positive transitions can stir up feelings of anxiety, sadness, or isolation. My work is grounded in the belief that no one should have to navigate these moments alone. I am deeply committed to supporting women, children, youth, individuals, and families as they move through life’s challenges and toward a greater sense of security, clarity, and fulfillment.

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Because each person’s story is unique, I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Gestalt, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and Mindfulness for Addiction Therapy. This allows me to tailor our work together to what feels most supportive and effective for you.

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Finding a counsellor you feel comfortable with is an important part of the healing process. I want you to know that in our work together, you will be met with respect, compassion, and genuine care.

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I offer in‑person counselling on the Sunshine Coast and online services throughout BC. I also facilitate workshops for mothers returning to the workforce. For more than a decade, I’ve had the privilege of working closely with youth and families, and my work has been featured in Education Canada Magazine in an article exploring cultural identity and self‑expression through art and history.

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I hold a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of British Columbia and am a member of the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. I am actively involved in supporting the growth of fellow career practitioners, presenting for four consecutive years at British Columbia’s Career Educators Conference on trauma‑informed practices in career education. Alongside my counselling practice, I teach in the Career Development Practitioner Program at Douglas College and with Life Strategies, where I facilitate courses in areas such as assessments, program development, and work‑search strategies.

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Outside of my professional life, I am a wife, daughter, and proud mother of three young children. I find joy in running, dancing, reading, gardening, and creating art. Before becoming a counsellor, I trained as a competitive dancer and worked as a dance teacher, elementary school teacher, and high school Careers and History teacher—experiences that continue to shape my understanding of people and the many paths their lives can take.

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