At Summit, we believe that everyone is unique, bringing their own valuable set of experiences, skills, and perspectives to the collaborative process. That's why we are committed to offering personalized counselling services tailored to fit each individual.
Our approach integrates a variety of evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Gottman Therapy, Sex Therapy, Somatic Therapies, Mindfulness practices, and more! Our goal is to craft a counselling plan that truly resonates with you, guiding you toward the growth and healing you're seeking.
We are excited to work with you to uncover your strengths, skills, and potential! Our team is as diverse as our clients, so take your time exploring each clinician’s profile to find the one you feel most connected to. The right fit is essential, and we are dedicated to ensuring that there is someone at Summit who can support your unique goals and aspirations.
Not sure where to start? No problem! You can book a free phone consultation with several of our therapists before committing to a full session—giving you the opportunity to find the perfect match.
Feeling a bit overwhelmed by the choices? Want help finding a therapist who fits your needs? Simply click on the “Therapist Match Quiz” button to answer a few questions, and we’ll assist you in selecting the ideal therapist for you.
We can’t wait to start this journey with you!
MEET THE TEAM
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All Summit Therapists
Samantha Baira
Registered Provisional Psychologist
St. Albert, Edmonton & Virtual
Teens, Adults & Teams
Sport and Performance Psychology, ADHD Anxiety, Life Stressors, Relationships, Stress/Burnout & Grief/Loss, Multicultural Counselling
Josh Fritz,
MACP, Registered Provisional Psychologist
Edmonton, St.Albert & Virtual
Adults, Adolescents, and Children
First Responders, Men’s Mental Health, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Burnout and Stress, Grief and Relationships.
Madison Duncan,
MEd, Registered Provisional Psychologist
St. Albert & Virtual
Children, Teens, and Adults
Anxiety, Depression, Life Stressors, Communication, Relationships, Stress/Burnout, Grief/Loss, Trauma, Autism, ADHD, Canine Assisted Therapy
Becky Piggott,
MACP Registered Provisional Psychologist
Edmonton, St. Albert and Virtual
Children, Teens, Adults and Families
ADHD, Autism, Behavioural Issues, Communication, Co-Parenting, Depression,Emotional Regulation, Life Transitions, Personality and Mood Disorders, Parenting, Relationships, Self Compassion/Esteem, self harm, Stress/Burnout, 2SLGBTQ+ concerns
Sarah Mittelsteadt.
MACP, Registered Provisional Psychologist
Edmonton and Virtual
Children (10+), Teens, Adults, Couples and Families
Canine Assisted Therapy
First Responders, Depression, Trauma/PTSD, 2SLGBTQ+ folks, Sexuality & Gender, Anxiety, ADHD, Self Esteem, Self Harm, Behaviour Issues, Relationships, Infidelity, Life Transitions
Laura Brieva, MC, Registered Provisional Psychologist
Edmonton, St. Albert and Virtual
Adults, Teens & Couples
Languages Offered: English and Spanish
Communication, Depression, Grief, Infidelity, Life Transitions, Marriage Counselling, Relationships, Sex and Intimacy, Sleep and Insomnia, Trauma, Racial Identity Issues, Acculturation related issues
Elena Volk, Registered Provisional Psychologist
St. Albert & Virtual
Children (6+), Teens, Adults & Couples
Sex Therapy & Sexuality, Relationships, Attachment Work, Trauma, ADHD, Self-Esteem and Self Worth, Life Transitions, Depression, Anxiety, Communication & LGBTQIA2S+ concerns
Jody Cook, MSW
Registered Social Worker
Edmonton and Virtual
Adults and Couples
Perinatal Mental Health/Postpartum Disorders
Transition to Parenthood
Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Grief and Loss,
Oana Vonu-Boriceanu, MA
Registered Provisional Psychologist
St. Albert & Edmonton
Teens
Adults & Couples
Families
Attachment, Family of origin, dream analysis, trauma, Accelerated Resolution Therapy
Daniella Besirovic, MA
Registered Provisional Psychologist
St. Albert & Edmonton
Kids (6+), Teens & Adults
Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Self-esteem, self-harm, emotion dysregulation, bullying, behavioural challenges, divorce/separation, Infidelity, blended families, and trauma.
Animal-Assisted Therapy
Greg Hamilton, MSc.
Registered Psychologist
Edmonton and Virtual
Adults and Couples
Personality and mood disorders, depression/anxiety, communication, work/life balance, life transitions, veterans, couples therapy and trauma.
Tracy Vansickle, MSW
Registered Social Worker
Telehealth & Leduc Office
Children, Adolescents & Adults
Postpartum Disorders
Anxiety, depression, trauma, perinatal mood disorders, grief/loss and adjustment to new life circumstances.
Desiree Gagnon, MEd
Registered Provisional Psychologist
St. Albert & Riverfront Equestrian Centre
Adolescents (16+), Teens & Adults
Languages offered: French and English
Anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss, emotional regulation, first responders
Jaclyn Spooner, MC
Registered Provisional Psychologist
Edmonton and Virtual
Adolescents, Couples and Adults
Sex therapy
Anxiety, Depression, Stress and Burnout, Self-esteem, Sexual Dysfunctions, Life Transitions and Emotional Regulation.
Diamond Dunfield,
Registered Psychologist
St. Albert and Virtual
Adults
Domestic Abuse, Sexual Violence, First Responders, Stress/Burnout, Suicidal Ideation, Self Esteem/Compassion, Depression, Self Harm, Trauma/PTSD, Insomnia, Grief/Loss, Relationship Concerns
Stephen Tripodi, MC
Registered Psychologist
Edmonton and Virtual
Adults and Couples
Trauma/PTSD, depression/anxiety, stress/burnout, life transitions and relationships.
Sam Kriviak, MC
Registered Psychologist
Telehealth/Video Sessions Only
Teens & Adults
2SLGBTQ+ folks and those coping with emotional struggles like trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and overwhelm.
Kayla Rubis, BSc., OT, MC
Registered Psychologist
Edmonton and Virtual
Teens, Adults & Couples
Yoga trauma group
End of Life, Chronic illness, Borderline Personality Disorder, Grief/Loss, Trauma, Anxiety and Depression and Relationships
Our Mental Health Therapists
All of our mental health therapists are supervised by licensed psychologists or licensed masters of social work. They provide reduced rates for mental health services but these services are not covered by insurance.
Courtney Tosh
Mental Health Therapist
Edmonton and Virtual
Adults Children Teens Couples Families
Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, Eating Disorders, First Responders, Life Transitions, Relationships, Self Compassion/Esteem, Stress Burnout
Susan Given
Mental Health Therapist
Virtual
Adults, Adolescents and Couples
Anxiety, Behavioural Issues, Chronic Illness, Communication, Co-Parenting, Divorce, Grief, Life Transitions, Parenting, Post Partum and Perinatal, Relationships, Self Esteem, Sport Psychology, Stress/burnout, Trauma,
Maddy Killoh
Mental Health Therapist
Edmonton, St.Albert and Virtual
Adults, Adolescents and Couples
Anger Management, Anxiety, ADHD, 2SLGBTQ+ Concerns, Communication, Depression, Eating Disorders, Grief, Life Transitions, Marriage Counselling, Men's Mental Health, Relationships, Self Compassion, Self Harm, Sexuality, Gender and Intimacy, Stress/burnout
Blair Stobbe
Mental Health Therapist
Edmonton, St. Albert and Virtual
Adults Teens Couples Families
Anxiety, Behavioural Issues, Communication, Depression, Divorce, Eco Grief, Life Transitions, Mens Mental Health, Relationships, Self Compassion/Esteem, Sexuality, Gender, Intimacy, Sport Psych, Stress Burnout, 2SLGBTQ+ concerns
Our Administration Staff
Arden St. André, Clinic Manager, BA (she/her)
You can find me at our St. Albert location, in charge of digital media, marketing, community outreach, hiring and internship placement, plant watering (when I remember) and team building. When I’m not working I like to explore the great outdoors with my dogs or throw pottery.
Kayitesi Nyirarukundo, BA, Client Coordinator (she/her)
My role at Summit is to connect with new and existing clients, offer recommendations and answer any question you may have in regards to billing, booking or the therapeutic process. In my spare time I love to work on puzzles and play with my fur baby Leo!
Simon Goyeau, Client Care Coordinator (they/them)
You won’t see me in the office because I work virtually, but rest assured that I’m busy in the background providing accounts receivable, insurance, and client care support. When I’m not working, you can find me building obstacle courses for my small human and feline family members, camping, and playing board games with my spouse.
We know that finding the right information or knowing where to start can be daunting which is why we offer you the option to book a consult with one our client coordinators at a time that is convenient for you. Our experienced staff can answer any question you may have regarding, booking or claiming a session, or finding the a therapist who will be a good match for you. Click below to see our available times.
Lyndsay Wright, MC, CAATP
St. Albert, Edmonton & Riverfront Equestrian Centre
Owner/Director of Summit CS, Lyndsay is a Registered Psychologist and a Certified Animal-Assisted Therapy Professional. Lyndsay works with children, teens and adults. She specializes in trauma, depression/anxiety, relationships, grief/loss, life transitions, work/life balance, first responders, animal-assisted therapy and Sport/Performance Psychology. Click here to learn more about Lyndsay.