Hi, I’m Sawyer
Welcome! My pronouns are He/Him. I am a licensed psychotherapist (LCSW #114862) who specializes in supporting the mental and behavioral health of youth, young adults, and their parents. Although I am experienced in treating many conditions, I specialize in:
Attention Difficulties and ADHD
Anxiety
Behavioral Challenges
Depression
Trauma
Supporting LGBTQ+ youth
EDUCATION
Master of Social Work, Mental Health Concentration - Washington University in St. Louis Brown School of Social Work
B.A. in Psychology - University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
select Experience
In addition to outpatient therapy experience, previous roles include providing psychotherapy through Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego and Valle Verde Pediatrics in Poway, as well as crisis intervention services at The Bridge for Youth and conducting in-home therapy at Washburn Center for Children, both located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. I have also facilitated various therapeutic and life skills groups for caregivers and youth in Minneapolis and St. Louis, Missouri.
TherapeutIc APproaches
I view treatment with my clients as a collaboration. When working with children, I incorporate parents and caregivers into sessions whenever appropriate. Leveraging parents’ insight and existing relationship with their child has a highly positive impact on treatment goals. Additionally, I can offer guidance to parents about how they can positively influence their child’s symptoms.
I incorporate several modalities and approaches into my work with clients and customize them in a way that supports them in improving their mental and behavioral health:
Behavior Management Training
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
First Approach Skills Training
Motivational Interviewing
Solution-Focused Therapy
Strengths-Based Therapy
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy