Meet Summit Wellness Program Coordinator

Sarah Swirsky is a Licensed Social Worker with diverse experiences in the mental health field, including counseling and advocacy. She believes that open and informed discussions about mental health are crucial in fostering understanding, reducing stigma, and promoting overall wellness. Born and raised in Akron, Sarah holds a Masters in Social Work from the University of Akron and a Bachelors' of Science in Community Health Education, from Kent State.

Arts and Music have always been an important part of Sarah's life, as she attended both Miller South and Firestone High School for Performing Arts. Sarah credits her father, beloved former Akron Councilmen Richard Swirsky, for introducing music to her at an early age, taking her to her first concert, Bob Dylan.

Sarah has also had specialized clinical training and experience working with traumatic stress, eating disorders, and substance abuse. She enjoys using creative methods in her work including expressive arts and is a certified trauma-sensitive yoga facilitator. 

Sarah is excited to start mental wellness discussions and bring awareness to the healing power of music. Sarah and the team at Summit Wellness need your feedback to make this program a success!What wellness programming would you like to see at The Summit? How has music impacted your mental health? What local artist(s) would you like to see highlighted or interviewed? Send an email to Sarah@thesummit.fm.