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Xavier Sawyers

Ottawa

Summary

Diligent psychotherapist with a comprehensive background in therapeutic settings. Successfully supported clients through various challenges, enhancing their well-being and progress. Demonstrated effective communication and empathetic listening skills.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Freelance
01.2025 - Current
  • Established a safe and supportive environment for clients, fostering open communication and trust during therapy sessions.
  • Utilized mindfulness techniques during sessions to help clients develop greater self-awareness and coping skills for managing stressors.
  • Built strong rapport with clients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their experiences, fostering lasting therapeutic relationships.
  • Developed personalized treatment plans to address each client''s specific needs, leading to improved mental health outcomes.
  • Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as necessary based on changing needs or circumstances.

Long-Term Care Client Engagement Associate

Accreditation Canada/Health Standards Organization
12.2022 - Current
  • Played an integral role in launching successful projects by coordinating tasks among team members while adhering closely to established timelines and budgets.
  • Facilitated training sessions for new employees, ensuring smooth onboarding process.
  • Delivered customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.

Therapist Intern

Alli Therapy
05.2024 - 12.2024
  • Contributed to a positive therapeutic environment through empathetic listening and non-judgmental support for clients' emotional experiences.
  • Developed rapport with diverse client populations, fostering trust and facilitating open communication during therapy sessions.
  • Maintained confidentiality and adhered to ethical guidelines, upholding the professional standards of the mental health field.
  • Enhanced client progress by implementing evidence-based therapeutic interventions and techniques.
  • Utilized cognitive-behavioral techniques to challenge negative thought patterns and promote adaptive thinking among clients.

Medical Office Assistant

Greenbelt Family Health Team
05.2022 - 12.2022
  • Greet and direct people to contacts or service areas
  • Operate switchboard or telephone system
  • Scheduling and confirming appointments
  • Perform clerical duties, such as filing, sorting, and distributing mail
  • Usher patients to exam rooms, take their measurements and assist the physician during a sensitive exam
  • Use of Electronic Medical Record (EMR), such as PS Suite

Supervisor

Appletree Medical Group
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Oversaw daily department operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
  • Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.

Medical Assistant

Appletree Medical Group
06.2021 - 05.2022
  • Obtained patient medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing examination room and sterilizing instruments.

Education

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

Yorkville University
Fredericton, NB
06-2025

Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience and Mental Health

Carleton University
Ottawa, None
04-2021

Skills

  • Hardworking
  • Communication skills
  • Psychoeducation skills
  • Multicultural experience
  • Adaptable
  • Flexible

Timeline

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Freelance
01.2025 - Current

Therapist Intern

Alli Therapy
05.2024 - 12.2024

Long-Term Care Client Engagement Associate

Accreditation Canada/Health Standards Organization
12.2022 - Current

Medical Office Assistant

Greenbelt Family Health Team
05.2022 - 12.2022

Supervisor

Appletree Medical Group
01.2022 - 05.2022

Medical Assistant

Appletree Medical Group
06.2021 - 05.2022

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

Yorkville University

Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience and Mental Health

Carleton University

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