Sunni Meador is an Associate Clinical Social Worker who specializes in working with adolescents, Transitional Age Youth (TAY), and LGBTQ+ clients. She especially enjoys supporting people as they navigate identity development, life transitions, trauma, and the work of building resilience, all within an affirming and client-centered environment. Her approach begins from the belief that healing happens through connection, and that people grow when they can be fully themselves without judgment.

Sunni's therapeutic approach incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and AFFIRM Youth, an evidence-based, CBT-informed intervention designed specifically to support LGBTQ+ young people. She is also expanding her clinical skills through training in EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS). Her hope is that clients leave therapy feeling more empowered and understood, with practical tools for life's challenges, a strengthened sense of self, and meaningful change that aligns with their own values.

Sunni holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) and brings more than ten years of experience in the nonprofit sector, where she provided HIV, housing, and mental health services. She has specialized clinical training in working with LGBTQ+ youth and has spent the past three years providing psychotherapy in private practice. Alongside anxiety, depression, and life transitions, she also supports clients working through trauma and PTSD.

Outside of work, Sunni enjoys time with friends, watching anime, crocheting, exploring tarot and astrology, and getting creative with pottery. She is also a firm believer in a good nap and in making time to relax, recharge, and stay connected to the things that bring her joy.

• Sunni is client-focused, tailoring therapy to each person's individual goals, experiences, strengths, and needs rather than working from a fixed template.

• She is resource-driven, helping clients identify practical tools, community supports, and strategies that extend well beyond the therapy room.

• She brings a genuine and authentic presence to her work, creating a space where clients feel seen, understood, and supported throughout their healing journey.

Supervised By: Kaitlyn Harrison, LMFT #123775, LPCC #10535