Amal Alhamad
Qatar
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Offering solid foundation in psychology with passion for learning and development in clinical setting. Brings understanding of psychological principles and ability to quickly grasp therapeutic techniques. Ready to use and develop strong analytical and communication skills in Associate Psychologist role.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Psychologist
Sidra Medicine
05.2024 - Current
- Consulted with school staff and parents on strategies for supporting the mental health of students in educational settings.
- Delivered high-quality group therapy sessions that facilitated peer support and promoted skill development among participants.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of best practices in psychology through regular participation in continuing education opportunities.
- Enhanced patient well-being by conducting thorough psychological assessments and formulating individualized treatment plans.
Youth Support Worker
REIN (Rights & Equalities In Newham)
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Able to recognize the signs, communicating with the person considering suicide and getting help or resources for the person considering suicide
- Established a positive rapport with participants by maintaining open lines of communication and actively listening to their concerns.
- Managed crisis interventions when required by assessing risks while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams.
- Enhanced youth development by implementing engaging and interactive activities tailored to individual needs.
- Reduced behavioral issues by establishing clear expectations and consistent consequences for actions.
- Empowered youth by fostering a sense of self-worth and confidence, ultimately equipping them for future success.
Student Researcher | Internship
Sidra Medical And Research Center
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Provided in-service training as well as hands-on experience
- I gained valuable work experience that prepared me for a future in clinical psychology
- Offered me the chance to learn from and work with assigned doctors and experienced staff
Leadership Trainee Participant
Georgetown University in Qatar
10.2017 - 03.2018
- Learned about the importance of time management by session
- Extensive knowledge on leadership by participating in different events such as team based exercises with a project and attending workshop about leadership
Volunteer Worker
Hamad Hospital
12.2017 - 01.2018
- Physiotherapy and Speech therapy exposure, learned the basic knowledge of multiple physical and speech therapy practices such as special therapeutic exercises and general after care for patients
Education
Master of Science - Mental Health: Psychological Therapies
Queen Mary University of London
12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology (Hons)
Swansea University
Swansea, Wales06.2022
Certificate of Higher Education -
Al Bayan Independent School for Girls
05.2018
Skills
- Early intervention techniques
- Student engagement techniques
- Psychotherapy techniques
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
Languages
Arabic
English
Tagalog
Certification
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Certification – Academy of Cognitive & Behavioral Therapies.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Suicide Training Course safeTALK 02/2022
Timeline
Associate Psychologist
Sidra Medicine
05.2024 - Current
Youth Support Worker
REIN (Rights & Equalities In Newham)
09.2023 - 01.2024
Student Researcher | Internship
Sidra Medical And Research Center
08.2021 - 09.2021
Volunteer Worker
Hamad Hospital
12.2017 - 01.2018
Leadership Trainee Participant
Georgetown University in Qatar
10.2017 - 03.2018
Certificate of Higher Education -
Al Bayan Independent School for Girls
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Certification – Academy of Cognitive & Behavioral Therapies.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Suicide Training Course safeTALK 02/2022
Master of Science - Mental Health: Psychological Therapies
Queen Mary University of London
Bachelor of Science - Psychology (Hons)
Swansea University
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