Psynergy Series: Courtney Materi…Healing is Universal

We are joined by Courtney Materi. We discuss what it means to heal and about our our journeys towards mental health and wellness. Courtney is in the final practicum of her Master of Arts in Counselling psychology , and has an undergraduate double major degree in Psychology and Philosophy (BASc). Courtney offers experience ranging from working with children with behavioural issues and as an educational assistant in school settings to volunteer experience as a University Peer Mentor, to Victim Assistance Services where she provided crisis, in-office, and court support to victims of crime and traumatic incidents. Courtney is currently working with the Community Assistance Response Team (CARe Team), in partnership with Canadian Mental Health Association and Medicine Hat Police Service responding to individuals in the community experiencing low to moderate risk mental health crises. Courtney aspires to offer a holistic person-centered therapeutic approach and is committed to meeting her client’s where they are in their unique healing journey. Courtney aims to integrate her passion for navigating trauma and cultivating holistic wellness, by creating a collaborative therapeutic environment with her clients. Courtney works with adults as individuals and in groups. She looks forward to the opportunity to practice in the capacity of a practicum student with Psynergy Centre from May to December 2023.