Aman Lil Afia Clinic

-Provide individual therapy using evidence-based modalities such as ACT and CBT.
-Actively contribute to school guidance initiatives, focusing on inclusion and developing plans for special needs.
-Support and collaborate with the schools’ inclusion teams to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for Students of Determination.
-Dedicate efforts to promoting mental health, growth, and resilience across diverse settings.

Licensed Psychologist

Lexicon Reading Center

-Administer and interpret standardized assessment tests.
-Participate in writing comprehensive psychological assessment which guides the development of appropriate remedial interventions and access arrangements.
-Participate in planning the needed accommodations for students who are diagnosed with DSM-V Learning Disabilities, leaning difficulties, attention difficulties (ADHD) and identification of support needs and other psychological issues (anxiety, trauma, etc.)

Assessment Specialist

Al Mawakeb School - Al Barsha

-Develop and oversee the implementation of the school's Special education needs (SEN) strategy and policy
-Lead a team of counselors to ensure the implementation of the SEN strategy and organize weekly meetings for consultations and follow up.
-Participate in writing comprehensive psychological assessment which guides the development of appropriate remedial interventions and access arrangements.
-Manage a caseload of special education students and ensure the implementation of the Individualized Educational Plans (IEP) in inclusive, self-contained, and pull-out settings
-Make referrals and liaise with professionals outside of the school

Head of Inclusion/ SenCo

St. George hospital 

-Conduct therapy sessions at the Department of Psychiatry and Clinical Psychology under supervision
-Apply Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) techniques and participate in continuing education classes for increased learning in different therapeutic modalities such as DBT and ACT.
-Assess, formulate, and diagnose a patient’s needs, abilities or behavior using a variety of methods, including psychometric tests, interviews, and direct observation of behavior
-Record patients’ medical histories and maintain thorough medical records.
-Organize and attend monthly meetings, and present workshops, conferences, and training seminars.

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

American University of Beirut

Graduate Student Assistant

Licensed Clinical Psychologist & Inclusion Specialist

🔹Psychologist and Licensed Professional:

- Adolescent and adult psychologist licensed in both UAE and Lebanon.
- Member of the American Psychological Association (APA) and the Lebanese Psychological Association (LPA).

🔹Educational Background:

- Holds a MA in Clinical Psychology from the American University of Beirut.
- Conducted a study on the influence of psychological flexibility on post-traumatic growth and stress in Lebanon.

🔹Therapeutic Approaches:

- Trained in applying Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
- Certified in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
- Integrates strategies from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and mindfulness-based techniques in both online and face-to-face therapy sessions.

🔹Diverse Clientele and Settings:

- Worked with clients in various settings, including refugee camps, psychiatric units, and educational institutions.
- Addresses a range of disorders and challenges, such as trauma, mood and anxiety, personality and neurodevelopmental disorders, as well as self-esteem, relationship, and career problems.

🔹Author/writer:

- Writes weekly articles on overcoming anxiety and processing trauma on the blog, Kind Mind by Dana. 

🔹Professional values and perspective:

- Goal-oriented therapist, dedicated to helping clients process feelings, enhance psychological flexibility, challenge maladaptive beliefs, and reframe thoughts for a value-based life.
-As a licensed psychologist and trauma-informed therapist, I am dedicated to sharing that trauma is real and healing is possible.
    
🔹Assessment and Special Needs Expert:

- Experienced Assessment and Special Needs Specialist collaborating with school counselors and educators.
- Focuses on developing individualized plans prioritizing mental health and ensuring inclusion.

🔹What’s next?
    
- If you or someone you know is seeking a trauma-informed approach to therapy, I'm here to provide compassionate support.
- Check out my blog (KindMind by Dana) for in-depth articles where we will delve into these topics and explore practical ways to navigate through.
- Send me a message if you'd like to chat, or share your thoughts!

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