Education & Experience

Professional Experience Feb 2020 – Present Licensed Clinical Psychologist & Therapist Trained in EMDR Part-time at Nawfal Clinics ● Conducting outpatient EMDR therapy for adults ● Leading clients in individual and family therapy sessions ● Guiding clients in understanding illnesses and treatment plans ● Conducting preliminary psychological assessment related to mental health issues like depression, anxiety, etc. ● Referring clients to other specialists according to the need September, 2016 – Present Licensed Clinical Psychologist & Therapist Trained in EMDR Private Practice (Manoug’s Clinic) (Lebanon) ● Conducting outpatient therapy for children, adolescents, adults, and families and providing parents and teachers with consultations. Leading clients in individual and family therapy sessions while teaching clients different skills such as but not limited to relaxation skills, impulse control, social skills, and anger management. Conducting preliminary psychological assessment related to mental health issues while applying NLP and TLT and EMDR therapy and referring clients to other specialists when needed. October, 2018 – Present Licensed Clinical Psychologist Part-time at Howard Karagheusian Commemorative Corporation- Center for Special Education (Lebanon) ● Conducting structured interviews and history taking and providing therapy to children, adolescents, and families after identifying and diagnosing the mental health and behavioral problems. Working with children with special needs (ASD, PTSD, etc.) September 7, 2020 – February 26, 2021 Licensed Clinical Psychologist & Therapist Trained in EMDR Six Months Contractual Job at Himaya ● Conducting a comprehensive primary assessment with the social worker on child and family’s condition and have a clear outcome on the needs submitting the relevant psychosocial file ● Elaborating with the case worker a personalized immediate action plan over 8 weeks for the child and parents. ● Providing appropriate mental health support through individual counseling ● Providing tailored group support for parent and children according to action plan ● Coordinating with the social worked on referrals to psychiatrists ● Submitting reports to Social Case Manager respecting deadlines and Resilience Program standards ● Conducting outpatient EMDR therapy for children ● Guiding clients in understanding illnesses and treatment plans October, 2019 – September, 2020 Licensed Clinical Psychologist (Middle & High School Students) Part-time at Armenian Evangelical Central High School ● Assessing learning and emotional needs by interviewing, observing, using test materials and consulting with teachers and parents/caregivers to advise on the best approaches and provisions to support learning and development of the student ● Formulating treatment plans to facilitate and optimize follow-up by educational staff, administration and family. ● Collaborating, communicating and formulating interventions with different stake holders such as the educational faculty, parents, Special Need Department and management to ensure best recommendations for the school program, dealing with student cases and raising awareness on how to deal with different mental health issues in the classroom environment. ● Diagnosing and clarifying problems through intake interviews, case discussion meetings and questionnaires ● Attending case meetings involving the principal and academic coordinators to decide on the best way of catering to the social, emotional, behavioral and learning needs of the students ● Developing, supporting and applying effective interventions mechanisms using different therapies to promote psychological, social, emotional and behavioral wellbeing and development ● Implementing an effective referral and follow-up process of students who are referred to the required professionals, like child/adolescent psychologist, or social NGOs, like Howard Karagheusian Foundation for Child Welfare and Special Needs and Himaya against child abuse ● Developing and conducting psycho-educational and social skill classes for adolescents. ● Supervising and conducting meetings with the elementary school counselor. May 2017 – May 2018 Workshop Instructor & Lecturer Part-time at Eduvision (Lebanon) ● Provided lectures on different topics related to mental health and educational topics such as Anti-Bullying and other mental health issues to different stakeholders such as students, educational personnel and health practitioners. October, 2016 – September, 2019 School Psychologist Armenian Evangelical P. & E. Torosian School, Lebanon ● Developed and managed the following elements of the Counseling program in Education: (1) Career Guidance, (2) Individual Student Planning, (3) Preventive and Response Services, (4) Consultation with Stakeholders, as needed, and (5) Group Counseling. ● Assessed learning and emotional needs. ● Diagnosed and clarified problems through intake interviews, case discussion meetings and questionnaires. ● Designed and developed social and educational projects involving students: like Harmony Day, Career Day, Community Service, etc. ● Worked with the teachers to help them to respond properly to the needs of the students by advising them regarding academic (teaching style), behavioral (classroom management), and mental health issues related to the student. ● Persuaded, supported and negotiated with parents and other education professionals about academic, behavioral, mental health issues related to the student. ● Formulated, developed, supported and applied effective interventions by mainly using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavior Therapy, Family Therapy, and Play Therapy that focus on applying knowledge (like psychoeducation in Test Anxiety), skills (like Time Management and Organization Skills), expertise (like Behavior Management) in treating depression, anxiety (Separation Anxiety, Test Anxiety), ADHD, divorce issues, etc. to promote psychological, social, emotional and behavioral wellbeing and development. ● Raised educational standards by improving the study habits and skills of the students. Implemented an effective referral and follow-up process of students who are referred to the required professionals, like child/adolescent psychologist, or social NGOs, like Howard Karagheusian Foundation for Child Welfare and Special Needs and Himaya against child abuse ● Developed lesson plans and implemented study methodologies to enhance students’ progress while teaching Biology for grades 7 to 9 and Chemistry for grade 7 ● Director of Science Laboratory October 2014 – Feb 2019 Clinical Psychologist Part-time at Hope: Elpis H.O.M.E. (Health Outreach to the Middle East) Clinic ● Assessed and planned treatments for refugees and local citizens and provided individual and family psychotherapy for those suffering from war trauma, anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Consulted with doctors and other health professionals regarding the clients who are in need of medical assistance October, 2014 – September, 2016 School Psychologist Beirut Baptist School ● Provided individual and group counseling for a student population of diverse cultural, religious, and ethnic backgrounds. Developed, implemented and evaluated comprehensive school guidance and counseling programs. Conducted lectures and workshops for teachers, parents, & students. Provided crisis intervention. Implemented effective referral and follow-up process AdvancED Accreditation Committee Gathering information and wrote reports on the resources at the school and the types of assessments used at the school 2012 – 2013 Evening Youth Center Project Director Union of Armenian Evangelical Churches in Near East Social Action Committee ● Managed the Youth Center and assisted leaders and staff in the areas of planning and execution. ● Developed and monitored programs, activities and special events. Assisted with fund development for the programs. ● Planned and executed orientation and training for staff. ● Provided the center with resources and support necessary for effective implementation of programs. ● Performed individual and group counseling to teens and youth attending the center. 2008 – 2011 Summer School Counselor Part-time at E.H.L.A.N. Entraide pour l’Habitat des Libanais Armeniens Necessiteux Summer School, Lebanon ● Implemented prevention programs through counseling curriculum. ● Provided intervention to the students who were having different psychological, social, and mental health issues. ● Trained teachers of summer school through workshops and lectures. 1998 – 2014 Armenian Evangelical P. & E. Torosian School, Lebanon 2011-2014 Psychologist ● Developed the following elements of the Counseling program in Education: (1) Individual Student Planning, (2) Preventive and Response Services, and (3) Group Counseling. Planning and implementing social and educational projects involving students: like Anti-Bullying Campaigns, Community Services, etc. ● Wrote reports and conducted faculty meetings. ● Worked with the teachers to help them to respond properly to the needs of the students by advising them regarding academic (teaching style), behavioral (classroom management), and mental health issues related to the student. ● Formulated interventions that focus on applying knowledge (like psychoeducation in Test Anxiety), skills (like Time Management and Organization Skills) and expertise (like Behavior Management) to support students, parents, and teachers. ● Developed, supported and applied effective interventions by mainly using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavior Therapy, Family Therapy, and Play Therapy in treating depression, anxiety (Separation Anxiety, Test Anxiety), ADHD, divorce issues, etc. to promote psychological, social, emotional and behavioral wellbeing and development. ● Provided crisis intervention in cases of terrorist attack trauma, bereavement, etc. ● Implemented an effective referral and follow-up process of students who are referred to Howard Karagheusian Foundation for Child Welfare and Special Needs Center 2005-2011 School Counselor ● Established & implemented prevention programs, lectures and counseling curriculum. ● Provided individual counseling services. ● Assisted students in achieving personal, educational and social development. ● Evaluated data to find out the causes of student problems and determine a proper method of counseling or referring to other specialists or institutions. ● Trained teachers and applied Honor’s Level disciplinary program and skills for Adolescence Curriculum. 1998 – 2014 Teacher and Director of Science Laboratory ● Developed lesson plans and implemented study methodologies to enhance children’s progress. Attended workshops and staff meetings. Teaching several subjects for different Grades (3 to 9) including: Sciences, Biology, Physics and Technology Education & Credentials 2015 M.A. in Clinical Psychology Haigazian University, Beirut, Lebanon 2011 B.A. in Psychology Haigazian University, Beirut, Lebanon 2000 B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Sciences (MLS) Haigazian University, Beirut, Lebanon