Julia Sibian
Toronto,ON
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) providing individual and couples psychotherapy to individuals experiencing anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, and relationship concerns. Utilizes evidence-based approaches, including CBT, ACT, DBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and the Gottman Method. Skilled in comprehensive assessment, risk evaluation, safety planning, and collaborative treatment planning with outcome monitoring. Maintains ethical, client-centred practice grounded in professionalism and a commitment to high-quality care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Evolution Psychotherapy
Toronto, ON
05.2025 - Current
- Provide individual and couples psychotherapy to adult clients presenting with anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, borderline personality disorder, trauma, relationship concerns, infidelity, low self-esteem, and life transitions.
- Deliver evidence-based treatment using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy.
- Integrate trauma-informed and attachment-based approaches to support emotional regulation and interpersonal functioning.
- Conduct couples counselling utilizing the Gottman Method to address communication challenges, conflict management, and relational repair.
- Complete comprehensive intake, risk, and psychosocial assessments to inform diagnosis, treatment planning, and risk management.
- Maintain a weekly caseload of approximately 10–12 clients, monitoring treatment outcomes using standardized measures to inform clinical decision-making.
- Participate in regular, weekly clinical supervision and consultation to support ethical practice, case formulation, and professional development.
- Develop and implement collaborative safety plans for clients experiencing suicidality, self-harm, or elevated risk.
- Apply culturally responsive and client-centered approaches tailored to diverse identities and lived experiences.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in Jane in accordance with CRPO standards and PHIPA requirements.
Communications and Media Relations Manager
Coding for Veterans
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Developed and maintained relationships with media outlets to enhance organizational visibility.
- Crafted press releases and media kits to communicate key initiatives effectively.
- Monitored media coverage and analyzed public perception of organization programs.
- Executed social media strategies to engage target audiences and increase outreach efforts.
- Leveraged social media platforms as an extension of traditional PR tactics for comprehensive engagement strategies.
- Developed content for press releases, websites and social media.
- Supported upcoming projects and promoted new product launches.
Technical Recruiter - Functional Applications
TEKsystems
04.2022 - 03.2023
- Collaborated with hiring managers to define job requirements and candidate profiles.
- Sourced and screened candidates using applicant tracking systems and social media platforms.
- Conducted in-depth interviews to assess technical skills and cultural fit for roles.
- Coordinated recruitment efforts through effective communication with candidates and stakeholders.
- Developed relationships with passive candidates to build talent pipelines for future needs.
- Evaluated candidate performance metrics to refine sourcing strategies and improve quality of hires.
- Provided training and mentorship to junior recruiters on best practices in sourcing and interviewing techniques.
- Successfully filled numerous hard-to-source roles by utilizing creative search methods and tapping into niche networks.
- Developed strong rapport with candidates, providing support during interviews, offer negotiations, and onboarding process.
Education
Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology
Yorkville University
12-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology, With A Minor in Psychology
Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto, ON04-2022
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Romanian
Professional Working
Certification
Gottman Method Couples Therapy – Level 1
Timeline
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Evolution Psychotherapy
05.2025 - Current
Communications and Media Relations Manager
Coding for Veterans
03.2023 - 10.2023
Technical Recruiter - Functional Applications
TEKsystems
04.2022 - 03.2023
Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology
Yorkville University
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology, With A Minor in Psychology
Toronto Metropolitan University