Black / African American therapists in Summerland, BC
Browse Black / African American therapists in Summerland, British Columbia, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Serving Black / African American
Ida Uzelman
Counsellor/Therapist, MPCC-P, RTC
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally exhausted? You are not alone. Hi, I’m Ida. I offer trauma-informed counselling to help clients gain clarity, strengthen coping skills, and create meaningful change. Trained in Vancouver and based in Kelowna for 30 years, I support individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, loss, and life transitions. I foster resilience in a compassionate, confidential, and non-judgmental space. Research consistently shows that the therapeutic relationship between counsellor and client is one of the strongest predictors of positive outcomes.
It won’t always feel this painful. I would be honoured to walk alongside you on this important journey called life. A free 15-minute consultation is available if you have questions or would like to see if we are a good fit. Call now.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Summerland, BC
Online in Summerland, BC
Serving Black / African American
Karen Davaz
Counsellor/Therapist, Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTC)
I’m truly passionate about helping people create meaningful, lasting change in their lives. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just needing someone to talk to—you’re not alone.
As a Health & Wellness Coach, Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTC), and Counselling Hypnotherapist, I’m here to walk alongside you through life’s challenges. Together, we’ll focus on practical tools, supportive conversations, and approaches that care for your mind, body, and overall well-being.
My goal is to help you reconnect with your strengths, find a sense of balance, and move forward with more confidence and clarity—at your own pace, in a way that feels right for you.
4 Years Experience
Online in Summerland, BC (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Manisha Grewal
Counsellor/Therapist, BA (Hons), MA, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Do you tend to replay past events in your mind over and over, and spiral into worries about the future? Do you struggle with boundaries, people-pleasing, or relationships, causing you to "overgive" to others while abandoning your own needs? Many people describe feeling like they’re moving through life on autopilot — weighed down by overthinking, low mood, or the pressure to keep everyone else happy. You might notice people-pleasing tendencies, difficulty maintaining boundaries, or a pattern of overgiving that leaves you drained, ungrounded, and disconnected from yourself. Here, you’ll find a warm, calm space where your feelings are validated and your voice genuinely matters. Together, we’ll engage in meaningful, deep processing work, explore what's fuelling your distress, and gently uncover the deeper experiences and patterns shaping your emotional world. Alongside this, we’ll build practical tools to regulate your nervous system and ease your symptoms in the present, helping you reconnect with a more empowered, resilient, and self-aware version of yourself. I bring the richness of three cultures, four languages, and the lived experience of being both a first- and third-generation immigrant. My background in the medical field also allows me to integrate physiological and psychological insight. These parts of who I am allow me to deeply empathize with the immigrant journey across generations, as well as the ways culture, family expectations, and identity can shape mental health. No matter your background or story, I aim to meet you with genuine understanding, respect, and compassion. I am a proud ally to LGBTQIA2S+ and BIPOC communities and offer inclusive, compassionate care for all backgrounds and lived experiences. If what I’ve shared resonates, we may be a good fit. If you're curious about working together, let's start with a free, no-pressure 30-min video consultation, where we can connect and chat in a calm, relaxed space.
✨ Evening and weekend appointments available
✨ Free 30-minute consultation to get started
2 Years Experience
Online in Summerland, BC (Online Only)
Serving Black / African American
Suzanne St. John Smith
Counsellor/Therapist, M.A., M.A. (Psych.) FEA, C.C.C Relationship and Family Therapist; Life Coach
The reason clients return time after time, and year after year, is due to the fact that I've made it a priority to build a strong connection with them. I listen, I guide them when they ask, and I'm honest with my feedback. Simply, they trust me. and nothing could be more important to me or to them. And because my work has always felt like both an honour and a gift, I value the opportunity of being brought into the emotional lives of my clients where I can offer them the kind of safe space they may not have ever experienced previously.
22 Years Experience
Online in Summerland, BC
Serving Black / African American
Bonny Kaman Li
Counsellor/Therapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
I believe therapy should be a place where people feel safe enough to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with themselves—often for the first time in a long while. Many individuals come to therapy carrying invisible burdens: unprocessed trauma, chronic stress, cultural or family expectations, or the exhaustion of always having to hold it together.
My work is grounded in a trauma-informed, emotion-focused approach that honours each person's lived experience, cultural context, and nervous system. I integrate evidence-based modalities—including Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and somatic-based interventions—to help clients understand their emotional patterns, heal from past experiences, and develop practical strategies for daily life.
I value collaboration, transparency, and respect in the therapeutic relationship. Therapy isn't about fixing or forcing change; it's about creating the conditions for clarity, resilience, and self-trust to emerge. My goal is to help clients build a more grounded, compassionate relationship with themselves—and move forward with greater confidence and emotional balance.
12 Years Experience
Online in Summerland, BC
Black / African American therapists in Summerland, BC Statistics
Black / African American therapists in Summerland, BC average 13 years of experience and charge around $156 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (90%), Depression (85%), and Loss or Grief (79%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$156
Accept insurance
69%
Offer sliding scale
73%
Gender ID
| 77% |
Female |
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| 19% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 60% |
In Person and Online |
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| 40% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 90% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 85% | Depression |
| 79% | Loss or Grief |
| 79% | Stress |
| 75% | Self Esteem |
| 69% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 67% | Anger Management |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 79% | Senior |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 67% | Teen |
| 19% | Children |
Client Focus
| 100% | Black / African American |
| 94% | Women |
| 85% | LGBTQ+ |
| 79% | Christian |
| 77% | Asian |