HALIMA Said
Dubai
Summary
Experienced psychotherapist (LPCC) in assessing, diagnosing and treating patients/clients with mental health issues. Successful at maintaining current knowledge of illness and treatment protocols to provide high-quality care. 6+ years experience in conducting individual psychotherapy, group therapy, healing circles, family/couples therapy, workshops, clinical assessments, case management, and mental health consultations for teens, young adults, and seniors.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Co-Founder and CEO, Clinical Therapist
AMALY
05.2020 - Current
- Co-Founded Non-Profit Mental Health Organization
- Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by team members
- Spearheaded initiatives to increase mental health awareness in Arab and Muslim local and National Communities
- Guided clients in development of skills and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
- Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans, and treatment reports.
- Conducted National and International eating disorder support groups for Muslim populations
- Facilitated healing circles for diverse populations
M.S Clincial Counseling Program, Lecturer
San Diego State University
08.2020 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with Program Director to create dynamic and ongoing curriculum development
- Arranged syllabus, developed schedule, and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
Assistant Clinical Supervisor
Center For Community Counseling & Engagement
08.2020 - Current
- Assist program Clinical Supervisor in supervising Masters level counseling students weekly
- Monitored students sessions, evaluated results, and recommended further courses of treatment to quickly improve patient outcomes
- Responded to crisis situations with calm and professional approach to optimize support.
Therapist
Center For Discovery - Eating Disorder Treatment
03.2021 - 10.2022
- Counseled individuals, groups, and families to bring awareness of eating disorder issues, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.
- Developed and implemented intensive individualized treatment plans addressing family relationship problems, destructive patterns of behavior and other psychosocial issues.
- Provided tools for clients and families to communicate better and negotiate issues for improved family relationships.
Bilingual Clinician
Heartland Wellness Recovery Center
07.2020 - 03.2021
- Conducted full behavioral health assessments in Arabic
- Conducted in person and telehealth psychotherapy sessions
- Collaborated with clinical treatment team and psychiatrist to evaluate client data and determine client care plans
Counselor Intern
Cuyamaca Community College
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Conducted individual therapy sessions for college students
- Guided women's group therapy with focus on self-advocacy, self-healing and empowerment
- Led educational workshops to expand awareness of mental health issues in diverse populations
Therapist Trainee
Community Counseling And Engagment
09.2018 - 05.2020
- Counseled patients weekly with issues such as mood disorders, PTSD and anxiety.
- Introduced meditation, guided imagery, and breathing techniques to clients
- Worked with clinical supervisor to review patient progress and update treatment plans
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Counseling and Social Justice Education
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05.2017
Skills
- Family Therapy
- Couples Counseling
- Mood Disorders
- Eating Disorders
- Sexual Disorders
- Clinical Supervision
- Community Mental Health Programs
- Crisis Evaluation and Intervention
- Exposure Response Therapy
Certification
AASECT sex therapy certification through the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (In the Process)
Affiliations
- Asian American Psychological Association
- American Arab Middle Eastern, and North African Psychological Associaton
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Professional Working
Timeline
Therapist
Center For Discovery - Eating Disorder Treatment
03.2021 - 10.2022
M.S Clincial Counseling Program, Lecturer
San Diego State University
08.2020 - 05.2024
Assistant Clinical Supervisor
Center For Community Counseling & Engagement
08.2020 - Current
Bilingual Clinician
Heartland Wellness Recovery Center
07.2020 - 03.2021
Co-Founder and CEO, Clinical Therapist
AMALY
05.2020 - Current
Counselor Intern
Cuyamaca Community College
07.2019 - 05.2020
Therapist Trainee
Community Counseling And Engagment
09.2018 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Clinical Counseling and Social Justice Education
San Diego State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Diego State University
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