Shaimaa Ghazaly
Giza
Summary
Passionate mental health counselor with several years of comprehensive experience delivering inpatient and outpatient services for optimum treatment. Well-rounded and respectful professional possessing critical understanding of complex, personalized diagnoses and treatment roadmaps. Familiar with community based education programs and initiatives to improve situational understanding and overall patient health.
Licensed mental health counselor adept in evaluating patients' mental conditions to formulate holistic treatment plans. Skilled in providing patient advocacy services to assist patients in emergency situations. Ready to apply several years of expertise to dynamic new position.
Compassionate Mental Health Counselor with experience in both one-on-one and group therapy settings. Possess strong skills in cognitive behavioral therapy, crisis intervention, and developing individualized treatment plans. Noted for ability to build rapport with clients and contribute positively to multidisciplinary teams. Effectively facilitated improved mental wellness and coping strategies for diverse client base in previous roles.
Compassionate Mental Health Counselor recognized for productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in cognitive behavioral therapy, crisis intervention, and group counseling, which allows for effective client support. Excel at empathy, active listening, and communication to foster trust and growth with clients.
Knowledgeable professional possesses detailed understanding of principles, methods and procedures. Develops custom treatment plans to assist diagnosis and treatment. Detail-oriented approach to assessing patient need to present problem resolution aims.
Compassionate professional in mental health care known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in cognitive behavioral therapy, crisis intervention, and group therapy facilitation. Excel at empathy, active listening, and communication, ensuring effective support and positive outcomes for clients.
Compassionate Counselor focused on helping patients overcome personal obstacles. Diligent and resourceful professional with several years of hands-on experience diagnosing issues and cultivating personalized treatment plans. Comfortable working either autonomously or in team-based setting to resolve issues.
Versatile mental health counselor offers mental and emotional disorder, patient treatment and resource referral expertise paired with outstanding communication and recordkeeping abilities. Goal-oriented and detailed professional with several years of extensive experience advising, counseling and guiding patients with mental disorders.
Empathetic mental health counselor proficient in applying various methodology skills to facilitate client mental health. Bilingual with expertise in applying therapeutic approaches to promote patient health and growth. Offering several years' experience the field field.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Positive Psychologist
Freelance
Cairo
05.2024 - Current
Mental Health Counselor
Freelance
Cairo
04.2024 - Current
- Attended continuing education courses related to current trends in the field of mental health counseling.
- Facilitated psychoeducation groups on topics such as stress management, coping skills, and relapse prevention.
- Assisted in crisis intervention when needed to provide immediate support for clients in distress.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss client cases and review treatment plans.
- Conducted initial assessments of clients to diagnose mental health disorders and develop treatment plans.
- Provided individual and group counseling to clients struggling with mental health issues.
- Developed therapeutic relationships with clients and their families to ensure effective communication.
- Led workshops focused on developing healthy coping strategies for managing stress.
- Conferred with clients to discuss treatment options and therapy goals.
- Organized treatment projects that focused on problem solving skills and creative thinking.
- Applied advanced counseling techniques to define patient and family issues.
- Diagnosed mental health, emotional and substance abuse disorders.
- Provided individual and group mental health counseling in alignment with evidence-based practice and clinical models.
- Assisted clients with identifying feelings and behaviors by asking open-ended questions.
- Provided counseling for relapse prevention, social issues and mental health problems.
- Documented service plans, treatment reports and progress notes.
- Encouraged clients to express feelings and discuss happenings in life to help develop insight into themselves or relationships.
- Assisted individuals with stress management, self-esteem and issues associated with emotional and mental health.
- Counseled family members to assist in understanding, dealing with or supporting clients or patients.
- Collected information about clients through interviews, observation, or tests.
- Counseled clients or patients individually or in group sessions to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life or making changes.
Parent Coach
American & Egyptian Positive Discipline Association
Cairo
05.2023 - Current
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed in order for clients to address urgent matters quickly.
- Assisted families in developing positive discipline strategies for their children.
- Cultivated relationships with local schools or daycare centers where applicable in order to coordinate services for client families.
- Participated in professional development activities such as conferences, webinars, or trainings relevant to parent coaching.
- Analyzed data from surveys or questionnaires administered during sessions in order to gain insight into client's experiences.
- Facilitated communication between parents and their children to help build strong relationships.
- Maintained case records for all clients according to agency policy and procedures.
- Researched new methods of parent coaching that could be used within the agency's program offerings.
- Organized group workshops and seminars focused on various parenting topics including effective communication techniques, conflict resolution, behavior management.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals related to parenting concerns or issues they are facing.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions used by assessing changes in parent-child interactions over time.
- Conducted assessments to determine the best courses of action for each family situation.
- Monitored client progress over time by conducting follow-up meetings or phone calls.
- Developed educational materials such as handouts, brochures, and presentations to support clients' understanding of parenting topics.
- Provided support and guidance to parents in need of assistance with parenting challenges.
- Created individualized coaching plans for each family based on their unique needs and goals.
- Encouraged open dialogue between parents and children while providing a safe, non-judgmental environment.
- Advised parents on how to create a nurturing home environment conducive to learning.
- Provided resources and referrals to community organizations that can provide additional support services.
- Collaborated with other professionals such as psychologists and social workers when necessary to ensure client's receive comprehensive care.
- Worked with community resources to engage youth in pro-social activities and help families access services.
- Built trust and rapport with victims of violent crimes by remaining calm and compassionate in variety of situations.
- Identified appropriate community resources and provided referrals for services.
- Participated in ongoing training to maintain license and enhance knowledge of relevant mental health topics.
- Interviewed clients individually and in groups to assess situations, capabilities and problems.
- Supported individuals by facilitating weekly group sessions.
- Managed parent support groups addressing topics such as positive discipline and parenting styles.
- Established behavioral modification goals and assessed progress toward goals.
- Investigated reports or indications of abuse, neglect or exploitation of at-risk adults, adolescents and children.
- Facilitated parental workshops and classes to provide support to children in achieving school and academic success.
- Attended hearings with victims to provide emotional support.
Child/Adolescent Therapist
Freelance
Cairo
04.2020 - Current
- Adhered to ethical standards of practice established by professional organizations such as the American Psychological Association.
- Provided individual and family therapy to children and adolescents with a range of mental health issues.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, including diagnoses, treatments, goals achieved and future objectives.
- Educated families about their child's condition and recommended strategies to support the child’s development at home.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for clients dealing with anxiety, depression, and other behavioral issues.
- Participated in case reviews with multidisciplinary teams to discuss client progress toward treatment goals.
- Applied motivational interviewing techniques during sessions to promote insight into underlying causes of maladaptive behaviors.
- Encouraged parental involvement throughout the therapeutic process while promoting autonomy among adolescents.
- Created positive relationships with clients through active listening, empathy and respect.
- Coordinated care between parents and guardians and outside providers to ensure continuity of services.
- Implemented play therapy activities designed to help children process emotions more effectively.
- Developed age-appropriate treatment plans based on client needs, utilizing evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
- Conducted diagnostic assessments to accurately diagnose mental health disorders in young people.
- Assisted in developing individualized behavior management plans that incorporated cognitive restructuring techniques.
- Engaged in ongoing training related to adolescent mental health topics such as trauma-informed care, mindfulness practice.
- Incorporated different treatment methodologies and evidence-based practices to meet clients' specific needs.
- Consulted on outside cases using personal expertise in diagnoses.
- Counseled clients physical, mental factors impacting personal success.
- Referred individuals to outside resources and services for additional support.
- Collaborated to set goals and outline steps to achieve objectives.
- Listened to personal stories, asked probing questions and offered knowledgeable advice for different situations.
- Offered advanced counseling in institutional setting following correct procedures and aligning with required standards.
- Followed appropriate methodology to deliver optimum counseling meeting individual needs.
- Met with clients to understand individual needs and develop personalized counseling plans.
- Directed, coordinated and evaluated activities of staff and interns engaged in patient assessment and treatment.
- Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
- Compiled personal information and compared against professional knowledge to determine needs and optimum strategies for success.
- Encouraged development of relevant skills to help overcome specific concerns.
- Assisted clients with developing relevant skills to improve functionality in social, educational and vocational situations.
- Kept pace with changes in research on diagnostic and treatment protocols to give best possible support to clients.
- Completed detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
- Coordinated resources to support clients and help each achieve targets.
- Helped couples work through serious issues and restore relationships or part amicably.
TV Presenter
AlShams Channel
Giza
02.2023 - 03.2024
- Ensured compliance with industry standards when producing programs for broadcast.
- Arranged interviews with witnesses and bystanders, providing first-hand accounts of stories.
- Analyzed and interpreted news and information received from various sources to broadcast information.
- Hosted and produced engaging programming on parenting and child topics for a global audience.
- Conducted interviews, facilitated discussions, and delivered compelling content on relevant issues.
TV Presenter
AlHadath Channel
Giza
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Ensured compliance with industry standards when producing programs for broadcast.
- Arranged interviews with witnesses and bystanders, providing first-hand accounts of stories.
- Analyzed and interpreted news and information received from various sources to broadcast information.
- Hosted and produced engaging programming on parenting and child topics for a global audience.
- Conducted interviews, facilitated discussions, and delivered compelling content on relevant issues.
Assistant Professor of Computer Science
Modern Academy
Cairo, CA
07.2011 - 08.2018
- Trained and developed students' skills in word-processing, spreadsheet and database programs.
- Tested and evaluated student progress to determine effectiveness and impact of teaching methods, materials and projects.
- Processed software and hardware by coordinating user setups, installations and upgrades.
- Attended professional development technology courses to increase knowledge base and learn new information.
- Used lectures, demonstrations and discussions to instruct students individually and in small groups.
- Managed and maintained computer systems, equipment and mobile devices by troubleshooting hardware and software issues, cleaning out keyboards and wiping down computer surfaces.
- Maintained orderly classroom stocked with appropriate supplies.
- Planned and implemented curriculum to teach up-to-date technology to 1000 students.
- Invigilated and graded projects, quizzes and examinations.
- Communicated with students to discuss progress and need for tutoring and extra assistance.
- Implemented projects to enhance computer science subject matter and help students grasp concepts.
- Designed appropriate and specialized lesson plans for computer science students.
- Arranged and scheduled guest lecturers to enrich classroom learning.
- Compiled, administered and graded examinations or assigned work to others.
- Advised students on matters regarding academic performance and careers in computer science.
- Set up computers and networking systems, delivering step-by-step instructions on basic use.
- Coordinated classroom lectures with laboratory assignments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Organized professional with expertise in managing resources and optimizing performance. Proficient in providing valuable insights and supporting decision-making processes. Committed to enhancing productivity and contributing to overall success.
Head of the Department Assistant
Modern Academy For Computer Science And Management
Cairo, CA
07.2012 - 06.2014
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
- Assisted manager in all aspects of business operations.
- Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
Education
Ph.D. - Computational Science
09-2021
M.D. - Computational Science
06-2019
- Thesis or Dissertation Title: On Near-Infrared/Thermal to Visible Face Matching. In ICCI, the Second International Conference for Computing and Informatics (ICCI 17), August 1-3, 2017, Cairo, Egypt (2017)
- Thesis or Dissertation Title: Face Spoofing Detection Based on Texture Descriptors. In the Journal of Advanced Research in Dynamical and Control Systems, Vol 10, 10, Special Issue, 2018. (2018)
- Thesis or Dissertation Title: Visible/Infrared Face Spoofing Detection Using Texture Descriptors. Submitted to the 23rd International Conference on Circuits, Systems, Communications, and Computers (CSCC-19) (2019)
- Ranked in Top 10% of class
- Major in: Artificial Intelligence
Bachelor -
06-2011
- Ranked in Top 10% of class
- Participated in the (list the event, workshop, or seminar, etc. here)
- Academic Achievements and Honors:
- Honor Roll (list what semester and year you made the honor roll)
Skills
- Behavioral assessment
- Individual counseling
- Group therapy
- Therapeutic relationship
- Treatment planning
- Evidence-based practice
- Parent coaching
- Stress management
- Communication techniques
- Conflict resolution
- Team collaboration
- Client advocacy
- Emotional support
- Workshop facilitation
- Family systems theory
- Therapeutic alliance building
- Substance abuse counseling
- Crisis prevention intervention (CPI)
- Empathy development
- Self motivation
- Mental health advocacy
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Mindfulness practices
- Learning disability awareness
- Psychological assessment
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Adept at conflict resolution
- Post-traumatic stress disorder support
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Readjustment counseling
- Specialized training in grief counseling
- Individual and group counseling
- Substance abuse treatment
- Residential treatment plans
- Suicide prevention
- Skill building
- Safety and risk assessments
- Patient evaluation
- Board eligible in child and adolescent psychiatry
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Building rapport
- Clinical documentation
- Depression Disorder Management
- Suicide risk assessments
- Process monitoring
- Community resources specialist
- Social skills teacher
- Interpersonal skills
- Nonviolent crisis intervention (NVCI)
- Professional demeanor
- Family therapy background
- Narrative therapy
- Team leadership
- Substance abuse disorders
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Flexible schedule
- Analytical skills
- Treatment planning and implementation
- Behavior modification techniques
- Daily living activities educator
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Extracurricular Activities
- Volunteer Tutor at Marshmallow Development Child Center, CairoProvided Academic and Learning support. (2022-2023)
Achievements
- Positive Discipline is Islamic in origin. International Conference on Women in Leadership - The mental health of women and children and its impact on empowering women in all aspects of society (2024)
- Islam is a science of psychology. International Conference on Mental Health - The mental health of women and children and its impact on empowering women in all aspects of society (2025)
- Obtaining an honorary doctorate at the Mental Health Conference, Ministry of Youth and Sports (2025)
- Release of the first book (Me and My Feelings) for children (2025)
Hobbies
- Reading
- Writing Stories
- Yoga or Meditation
- Photography
- Travelling
- Gardening
- DIY Projects
- Volunteer Work
- Outdoor Activities
Signature
Shaimaa Ghazaly
Timeline
Positive Psychologist - Freelance
05.2024 - Current
Mental Health Counselor - Freelance
04.2024 - Current
Parent Coach - American & Egyptian Positive Discipline Association
05.2023 - Current
TV Presenter - AlShams Channel
02.2023 - 03.2024
TV Presenter - AlHadath Channel
05.2022 - 04.2023
Child/Adolescent Therapist - Freelance
04.2020 - Current
Head of the Department Assistant - Modern Academy For Computer Science And Management
07.2012 - 06.2014
Assistant Professor of Computer Science - Modern Academy
07.2011 - 08.2018
Helwan University - Ph.D., Computational Science
Helwan University - M.D., Computational Science
Modern Academy For Computer Science And Management - Bachelor,
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