Haya Kouli
Irvine,CA
Summary
With years of experience in substance abuse and mental health, I have developed a comprehensive wellness program that integrates yoga, meditation, sound healing, and breathwork to support clients on their recovery journey. As a Group Facilitator, I design and lead transformative sessions that foster holistic healing, emotional resilience, and long-term well-being. My approach equips clients with practical, sustainable wellness tools they can incorporate into their daily lives, empowering them to maintain balance and self-regulation beyond treatment. I am RADT certified and proficient in writing client notes on KIPU, ensuring thorough documentation of progress and care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Group Facilitator | Yoga, Breathwork, Soundbath
Pacific Beach Recovery
Huntington Beach, CA
10.2024 - Current
- Led group sessions and provided individual counseling to address concerns and devise targeted solutions.
- Conducted associate focus groups to gather personnel feedback, address concerns and establish rapport across team members and leadership.
- Trained to properly and compassionately interact with clients coming from all walks of life and all life situations.
- Welcomed new members to group and provided orientation on both group operations and self-help services.
- Encouraged participation and provided focus and guidance for discussions within group.
- KIPU
Group Facilitator
Recovery beach treatment center
Garden Grove, CA
01.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented group activities to encourage team building and communication skills.
- Conducted group meetings to discuss progress, ideas and challenges faced by the team.
- Facilitated discussions on current issues and topics of interest among members of the group.
- Provided guidance in problem-solving techniques to help the group reach consensus on decisions.
- Organized events such as workshops, seminars and conferences to promote collaboration among members of the group.
- Created an environment that is conducive to open dialogue between all members of the group.
- Encouraged participation from all members through effective facilitation techniques.
- Assisted with conflict resolution within the group by providing constructive criticism when needed.
- Supported individuals within the group who were struggling emotionally or psychologically.
Support Group Facilitator (yoga and Meditation)
Zoe behavioral health
Lake Forest, CA
01.2020 - Current
- Led group sessions and provided individual counseling to address concerns and devise targeted solutions.
- Conducted associate focus groups to gather personnel feedback, address concerns and establish rapport across team members and leadership.
- Trained to properly and compassionately interact with clients coming from all walks of life and all life situations.
- Welcomed new members to group and provided orientation on both group operations and self-help services.
- Encouraged participation and provided focus and guidance for discussions within group.
Yoga Therapist
Triumph mental health/substance abuse
Laguna Niguel, CA
01.2020 - Current
- Assessed client nutrition goals, progress and challenges to offer further assistance in meeting personal goals.
- Cultivated and maintained strong member relationships by providing individualized service.
- Created curriculums for different skill levels to offer exceptional service to students.
- Improved health and well-being of class participants by instructing on healthy lifestyles, food choices, proper movement and posture.
- Created inviting fitness spaces that welcomed and included people with diverse backgrounds, abilities and orientations.
- Coached and encouraged participants during exercises and routines.
- Invited individuals of all ages and fitness levels to participate in classes.
- Built and continually expanded knowledge and expertise on latest fitness trends and programs and kept class content fresh and interesting.
Support Group Facilitator (breathwork &meditation)
Stillwater Wellness Group
Lake Forest, CA
01.2020 - Current
- Counseled clients physical, mental factors impacting personal success.
- Assisted clients with developing relevant skills to improve functionality in social, educational and vocational situations.
- Guided yoga sessions and visualization meditation to improve client functionality and environmental adjustments
- Completed detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
- Listened to personal stories, asked probing questions and offered knowledgeable advice for different situations.
- Updated attendance records of participants in group sessions and workshops.
Support Group Facilitator (yoga Therapist)
Treehouse recovery centers
Costa Mesa, CA
12.2022 - Current
- Conducted associate focus groups to gather personnel feedback, address concerns and establish rapport across team members and leadership.
- Trained to properly and compassionately interact with clients coming from all walks of life and all life situations.
- Discussed diverse yoga disciplines and specific poses with students.
- Created curriculums for different skill levels to offer exceptional service to students.
- Improved health and well-being of class participants by instructing on healthy lifestyles, food choices, proper movement and posture.
- Upheld safety standards, adhered to compliance requirements and attended continuing education courses to maintain credentials.
Support Group Facilitator
alter health
Dana Point, CA
01.2021 - Current
- Provided emotional support to participants of the group.
- Facilitated weekly meetings and kept track of attendance.
- Created an environment that was safe and supportive for members to share their experiences.
- Encouraged participation in discussions, activities, and exercises.
- Educated members on various topics related to their individual needs.
- Assisted in developing strategies for managing difficult emotions or situations.
- Maintained records of progress for each member in the group.
- Organized group outings as a way of providing socialization opportunities for members.
- Developed resources such as books, handouts, and other materials to help further support group members' growth.
- Coordinated with community organizations to provide additional services or referrals when necessary.
Support Group Facilitator
The House of the Rising Son
San Clemente, CA
01.2023 - Current
- Led group sessions (yoga, meditation and breathwork) and provided individual counseling to address concerns and devise targeted solutions.
- Provided case management services and referrals to individuals requiring additional assistance.
- Encouraged members to get involved in new hobbies and activities to improve mental health.
- Provided advocacy specified by program and contract guidelines.
- Met with clients to understand individual needs and develop personalized counseling plans.
General Manager
Yoga Six
Irvine, CA
02.2020 - 03.2022
- Delivered exceptional client experiences through hands-on leadership of associates and managers.
- Designed sales and service strategies to improve revenue and retention.
- Managed inventory levels and conducted corrective action planning to minimize long-term costs.
- Complied with company policies and government regulations to prevent and detect rule violations and protect organization from fines and lawsuits.
- Created schedules and monitored payroll to remain within budget.
- Supervised employees through planning, assignments and direction.
- Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
- Led employee evaluations with constructive feedback to boost performance.
Nutritionist
Ideal Protein
Orange, CA
12.2017 - 02.2020
- Running and managing the weightloss clinic at St. Joseph hospital.
- Reviewed records and assessed nutritional condition of at-risk patients, including individuals with unplanned weight changes to keep tabs on potential issues.
- Hosted weekly educational nutrition seminars to educate our the clinics leads on how to live a healthy lifestyle
- Assessed clients' overall physical health with body composition scale measurements.
- Compiled, recorded and maintained data pertaining to nutritional assessments, diet charts, health progress and therapeutic diet plans using Wylie Softwear
- Created new recipes based on organic, local food sources and promoted low-fat and low-sodium diets.
- Consulted regularly with physicians on patients' health issues and weight control measures.
- Analyzed clients' eating habits, outlined areas for improvement and developed goal plans with ideal life changes to support wellness.
- Created and managed social media accounts for the company.
Yoga Instructor
Private Yoga Instructor
Irvine, CA
01.2016 - Current
- Collaborated with local businesses to offer mobile classes.
- Discussed diverse yoga disciplines and specific poses with students.
- Guided clients in safe practice, taking into account individualized physical limitations.
- Improved health and well-being of class participants by instructing on healthy lifestyles, including food choices and proper movement and posture.
- Led exercise routines remotely via pre-recorded videos and conferencing software.
- Developed routines to avoid injuries, maximize effort and facilitate client attainment of personal fitness goals.
- Educated students about proper form to maintain safety and maximize benefits of different positions.
- Cultivated and maintained strong member relationships by providing individualized service.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA06.2019
Skills
- Speak English, Arabic& French
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability
- Instructional skills
- Human anatomy understanding
- Team management
- Group and individual instruction
- Multitasking
- Leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Mentoring
- CPR, First aid
- Creativity
- Physical assessments
- People skills
Certification
- RYT 200 Yoga Certified
- CCAPP (Certified Alcohol Drug Counselor)
- RADT certification (Registered Alcohol/Drug Technician)
- Yoga Alliance Registered
- CPR Certified
- First Aid Certified
- Certified Ideal Protein Nutrition coach
Timeline
Group Facilitator | Yoga, Breathwork, Soundbath
Pacific Beach Recovery
10.2024 - Current
Support Group Facilitator
The House of the Rising Son
01.2023 - Current
Support Group Facilitator (yoga Therapist)
Treehouse recovery centers
12.2022 - Current
Group Facilitator
Recovery beach treatment center
01.2022 - Current
Support Group Facilitator
alter health
01.2021 - Current
General Manager
Yoga Six
02.2020 - 03.2022
Support Group Facilitator (yoga and Meditation)
Zoe behavioral health
01.2020 - Current
Yoga Therapist
Triumph mental health/substance abuse
01.2020 - Current
Support Group Facilitator (breathwork &meditation)
Stillwater Wellness Group
01.2020 - Current
Nutritionist
Ideal Protein
12.2017 - 02.2020
Yoga Instructor
Private Yoga Instructor
01.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition
University of California, Irvine
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