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Osama Saada
Psychotherapist
Amman
Summary
Osama Saada is an Applied Psychologist and Certified Psychotherapist specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and integrative performance coaching. With a background in psychosocial support and community engagement, Osama has led initiatives promoting mental health awareness, gender equality, and safe work environments. He has extensive experience in conducting assessments, providing counseling, and facilitating workshops on topics like neuroplasticity and emotional intelligence, equipping individuals with the tools to navigate life's challenges effectively. Fluent in Arabic and English, with proficiency in other languages, Osama brings a global perspective to his work, aiming to empower individuals from diverse backgrounds and drive positive social change. His dedication to continuous learning and staying updated with the latest research ensures that he delivers evidence-based and personalized interventions to help clients achieve their goals and enhance their well-being.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Psychologist
National Center for Addiction Rehabilitatin
12.2023 - 1 2024
- During my internship at an addiction rehab center, I conducted psychological assessments, provided psychosocial support, and led workshops on topics like neuroplasticity and emotional intelligence
- I collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop tailored treatment plans and gained valuable insights into addiction counseling and education.
Psychologist
Fuheis Psychiatric Hospital
10.2023 - 01.2024
- During my internship at a psychiatric hospital, I engaged in a range of activities aimed at supporting patients and contributing to their psychological wellbeing
- This included conducting psychological assessments utilizing various tools such as the MMPI, depression scales, and the SCL-90
- Additionally, I provided psychosocial support to patients, assisting them in coping with their mental health challenges
- I also had the opportunity to conduct case studies, allowing for a deeper understanding of individual patient needs and treatment approaches
- Furthermore, I actively participated in the clinic's operations and collaborated with the pharmacy, gaining valuable insights into the holistic management of mental health disorders
- Through these experiences, I developed a comprehensive understanding of psychiatric care and enhanced my clinical skills in assessment, support, and treatment planning.
Psychosocial Support Program Coordinator
Ruwwad
09.2022 - 12.2023
- As the coordinator of the Psychosocial Support Program at Ruwwad, I oversaw a comprehensive initiative aimed at empowering adolescents through self-reflection, critical thinking, and emotional resilience
- Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other interventions, we equipped youth with strategies to navigate difficult emotions and cultivate shame resilience, fostering their self-awareness and societal impact
- In my role, I managed community service and volunteering opportunities, ensuring meaningful engagement and knowledge transfer among participants
- I also liaised with neighboring schools to extend psychosocial support sessions, designed assessment tools to measure program impact, and maintained regular communication with parents/guardians to ensure holistic support for beneficiaries
- Through meticulous reporting and evaluation, I monitored program progress and documented outcomes to inform future initiatives and foster continuous improvement.
Team Coordinator
Youth for Gender Equality
05.2022 - 05.2023
- As a Team Coordinator for the "Youth for Gender Equality" campaign, I led a team of passionate youth changemakers dedicated to promoting gender equality and fostering safe work environments
- Our campaign aimed to raise awareness about the importance of gender equality and advocate for inclusive and supportive workplaces
- My role involved collaborating with business owners, lawmakers, and working women to create initiatives that promote gender equality, safe work environments, and a healthy work culture
- I spearheaded efforts to spread awareness, take proactive steps, and initiate discussions to address gender-related challenges in various workplace settings.
Freelance Translator
Ureed.com
03.2022 - 03.2023
- As a freelance translator and localizer specializing in English-Arabic language pairs on Ureed.com, I provide top-notch translation and localization services
- I am responsible for accurately translating written content from English to Arabic and vice versa while preserving the original meaning and tone
- Collaboration with clients and project managers is crucial to ensure timely delivery and exceed expectations
- Attention to detail, language proficiency, and cultural sensitivity are key attributes that I bring to every project
- I also possess the ability to adapt content to the target audience and optimize it for different platforms
- Being a part of Ureed.com as a freelance translator and localizer allows me to work flexibly, manage my schedule, and contribute to diverse and impactful projects.
Research Intern
07.2021 - 02.2023
- I played a main role in ethnographic action research conducted about gender roles in Eastern Amman Jordan, observing and interacting with individuals to understand their culture, practices, and social dynamics, conducting structured or semi-structured interviews with community members, Gathering various forms of data, such as field notes, audio or video recordings, photographs, and documents, to document and analyze the social context and phenomena under study, Analyzing the collected data using qualitative research methods, such as thematic analysis, discourse analysis, or content analysis, to identify patterns, themes, and meanings that emerge from the data, Engaging in ongoing reflection, feedback, and evaluation of the research process and interventions, and making adjustments as needed based on the evolving understanding and feedback from the community, and documenting the research process, findings, and outcomes in a comprehensive report or publication to share insights, recommendations, and lessons learned with relevant stakeholders
Seraj Campaign Team Coordinator
Ruwwad
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Provided proactive support to the beneficiaries by referring them to partners who can support them in each case based on case management.
- Trained a group of 50 youth and women to use art as a medium for revealing and
- change through producing three artistic performances using the co-authoring methodology.
- facilitated learning sessions related to protection from abuse.
Coordinator for the Mental Health Department
Asluha Thabet
09.2019 - 09.2020
- During my tenure at the social development center, I provided psychosocial support to more than 100 children and adolescents, offering individual counseling sessions and conducting life skills workshops tailored to their needs
- Additionally, I collaborated with teachers and parents to ensure holistic support for the beneficiaries, contributing to their overall development and wellbeing.
Education
Applied psychology -
Jami'at Al-Balqa Al-Tatbiqiyya
01.2019 - 04.2023
Course - Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy (CBT)
German Jordanian University
05.2023 - 05.2023
Skills
Volunteering
Activities Coordinator
Ruwwad
Mar 2021 - Mar 2022 · 1 yr 1 mo
- Spearheading workshops for over 500 children about emotional intelligence, neuroplasticity, environment, gender, and diversity, as well as working with the local schools and community on subjects related to children, and providing academic support to the children, totaling over 350 volunteering hours.
Activities Coordinator
Ruwwad
Mar 2022 - Sep 2022 · 7 mos
- Facilitating workshops for over 50 adolescents about gender, diversity, pluralism, diversity, human rights, neuroplasticity, and emotional intelligence, as well as collecting feedback from the beneficiaries and their families, documenting, analyzing, and reporting the results, and working with over 500 adolescents in collaboration with local schools, totaling over 180 volunteering hours.
Survey Researcher
رواد المستقبل - Future pioneers
Nov 2019 - Jan 2020 · 3 mos
• Door to Door household awareness about waste management and sorting.
• Interviewing people, taking feedback, and filling out surveys with them.
• Analyzing and Documenting the data.
Certification
International Computer Drivers License - Level One (ICDL)
Honors & Awards
Scholarship Awardee:
Mousab-Khorma Scholarship Fund (MKYEF)
Ashoka Virtual Young Changemakers 2021 Finalist:
Ashoka Young Changemakers are a carefully selected network of young people who have found their power to create change for the good of all around them. They engage their peers and societies in realizing a world where everyone is a changemaker.
Software
Google Workspace
R Programming and Statistical Computation
Visual Studio
SPSS Skills
SQL
Publications
More Than an Instrument (Book)
Hobbies
- Drawing and Painting
- Writing
- BasketBall
- Photography
- Language Learning
- Playing the Violin
- Volunteering
Timeline
Psychologist
National Center for Addiction Rehabilitatin
12.2023 - 1 2024
Psychologist
Fuheis Psychiatric Hospital
10.2023 - 01.2024
Course - Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy (CBT)
German Jordanian University
05.2023 - 05.2023
Psychosocial Support Program Coordinator
Ruwwad
09.2022 - 12.2023
Team Coordinator
Youth for Gender Equality
05.2022 - 05.2023
Freelance Translator
Ureed.com
03.2022 - 03.2023
Seraj Campaign Team Coordinator
Ruwwad
11.2021 - 09.2022
Research Intern
07.2021 - 02.2023
Coordinator for the Mental Health Department
Asluha Thabet
09.2019 - 09.2020
Applied psychology -
Jami'at Al-Balqa Al-Tatbiqiyya
01.2019 - 04.2023
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