Summer Bowden
MA, AMFT
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Summer Bowden’s journey into the world of therapy began long before graduate school. As a teenager, the birth of her three younger sisters naturally led her into a nurturing, supportive role that would shape the rest of her life. Over the past 15 years, she has worked closely with individuals and families as a nanny, caregiver, and now as a therapist. Summer has supported people across all stages of life, from children and teens to older adults, and these experiences have deepened both her understanding and her compassion for the complexities of being human.
SERVICES
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Individual therapy for depression, anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, and relational challenges.
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Family and relational support, fostering communication, connection, and healthier dynamics.
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Strengths-based guidance for clients navigating neurodiversity, including autism spectrum presentations and executive functioning challenges.
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Collaborative, client-centered care focused on empowering clients to define and reach their personal goals.
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BACKGROUND
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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy – Pepperdine University.
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Bachelor of Arts in Child and Adolescent Development – California State University San Marcos.
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Over 15 years of experience working closely with children, teens, adults, and families as a nanny, caregiver, and therapist.
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Clinical training in a residential treatment facility supporting individuals with severe mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders.
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Experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum, using a neurodiversity-affirming approach.
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Passion for building strong therapeutic alliances that foster safety, understanding, and meaningful change.
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