Garrett Sontag
Austin,TX
Summary
Results-driven psychology professional with expertise in performance enhancement, mental resilience, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Skilled in using mindfulness techniques to boost sales outcomes, improve client engagement, and enhance team performance. Proven ability to build strong client relationships and communicate complex ideas effectively. Seeking to transition into tech sales to leverage psychological insights and client-focused strategies for business growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Master Resilience Trainer
Magellan Health
02.2023 - Current
- Facilitated resilience training and mental health strategies to groups of 30-90 military personnel, enhancing psychological resilience and performance.
- Applied CBT techniques to help clients overcome limiting beliefs, fostering a growth mindset, resulting in a 25% improvement in stress management scores.
- Conducted over 100 individual and group sessions, leading to a 30% increase in focus and productivity among participants—key attributes in sales environments.
- Nurtured psychological resilience in military personnel through empathetic counseling and targeted interventions, resulting in notable improvements in overall well-being and operational readiness.
Sport Psychology Facilitator
Punt Factory
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Collaborated with coaches in a remote environment, to align mental training with performance goals, leading to a 25% improvement in athletes' performance metrics.
- Developed mindfulness and energy management techniques, supporting peak performance under pressure, contributing to a 20% reduction in performance anxiety among athletes.
Clinical Psychology Facilitator
Monument Impact
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Facilitated ESL courses, building confidence in 50+ diverse student populations, which resulted in a 30% improvement in language acquisition and job placement rates.
- Instructed individuals on job acquisition strategies, including the use of Microsoft Office tools, improving participants' job readiness by 40%.
Sport Psychology Facilitator
LEAP Program, John F. Kennedy University
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Implemented mindfulness and attention control strategies, improving participants' focus by 20% during high-stress scenarios.
- Provided one-on-one and group counseling sessions, focusing on emotional regulation and goal setting, leading to a 15% increase in goal achievement rates among participants.
Education
Master of Arts - Psychology
John F. Kennedy University
Pleasant Hill, CA05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN05.2016
Skills
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Problem-solving abilities
- Public speaking mastery
- Sales strategy development
- Sales psychology
- Customer Engagement
- Communication and Negotiation Skills
- Team Leadership and Mentoring
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Master Resilience Trainer
Magellan Health
02.2023 - Current
Sport Psychology Facilitator
Punt Factory
09.2020 - 01.2021
Clinical Psychology Facilitator
Monument Impact
10.2019 - 06.2020
Sport Psychology Facilitator
LEAP Program, John F. Kennedy University
07.2019 - 08.2019
Master of Arts - Psychology
John F. Kennedy University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Minnesota
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