Our Team
Abu Dhabi Campus
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Dr. Manal Salih Manal holds a Ph.D. in health psychology, a master’s in psychology, and a Master of Public Health from the University of Missouri, US, and is certified and licensed as a psychologist. As an approved master trainer by the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC), she conducts mental health facilitator training. Her education, training, and experience with diverse clients have shaped her into a multicultural counselor. She has worked alongside competent, experienced specialists in the field, who have provided her with a solid foundation and supervision upon which to build a career in counseling psychology. In her five-year tenure as a senior student counselor at Zayed University, Manal has found great meaning in assisting and empowering young students. She focuses on helping them develop a positive self-concept, coping skills, and encourages them to leverage their strengths. Manal strives to create a safe environment where students feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to achieve their personal and academic goals. Actively seeking innovative approaches in clinical settings, she continually pushes the boundaries of her practice. Currently serving as the Acting Director of the Student Counseling Center, Manal provides visionary leadership. She sets goals aligned with Zayed University's mission and values, aiming to cultivate a positive and inclusive work environment that encourages collaboration and professional development among team members. Student Affairs Deanship – Student Counseling Center |
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Ayesha AlJaberi Ayesha is a psychology graduate from Zayed University, she's passionate about making a positive impact on student life. With her strong research and psychology background, she's equipped with the knowledge and skills to make a difference. Ayesha began her professional journey in the provost's office before finding her calling in the innovation and entrepreneurship center. Now, she is pursuing her passion for helping others as a member of the counseling center. She plays a key role in planning and executing major university events, and collaborating with internal and external partners. Ayesha works closely with faculty and student communities, spreading awareness and encouraging the use of the center's services. If you want to connect with Ayesha and tap into her passion and expertise, don't hesitate to reach out. She's ready to make a difference. Student Affairs Deanship – Student Counseling Center |
Dubai Campus
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Nourhan Mohamed Nourhan Mohamed is a Senior Student Counselor with a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology and a Bachelor's Degree in Philosophy from Egypt to be a part of our ZU Student Counseling Center in Dubai Campus. She is also a licensed psychologist from Dubai Community Development Authority (CDA). She obtained her Master’s degree from The American University in Cairo (AUC) in 2017. She has excellent experience working as an At-Risk Counselor at the Center for Student Well-being at AUC. Her experiences cover both academic and psychological areas. In addition, Nourhan was exposed to clinical settings for two years while pursuing her MA degree. She will help you look into your experiences with no judgment, understand the circumstances and the reasons behind the action, and then employ the changes that fit your goals. Nourhan uses an eclectic approach tailored to meet the client’s needs in a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental environment that consists of Psychodynamic, Humanistic, Interpersonal, and other evidence-based treatments. The primary approach she uses is the Humanistic approach that allows the individual to play an active role in their treatment, while the therapist acts as a knowledgeable, trusted guide. Throughout her journey, she found out that people are more resilient than we think of them. Therefore, her role is to help you find out your inner strength, believe in yourself, and develop new skills to improve the quality of your life. Student Affairs Deanship - Student Counseling Centre |
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Farida El Ghandour MSc in Mental Health and Clinical Psychology from London South Bank University in the UK and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the American University in Cairo. She is also an international affiliate member of the American Psychological Association. In England, Farida received training at Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust in London as part of her program. She has experience working with young adults from different backgrounds and cultures. She implements an eclectic approach which helps her tailor her therapeutic process to every person’s needs and unique experiences. Her Techniques include but are not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, psychodynamic approaches, narrative therapy as well as motivational interviewing.Farida is particularly trained to help clients work on understanding and expressing their emotions, self-esteem issues, anger problems, relationship problems as well as depressive symptoms and anxiety. Due to her extensive training and work with addictions, Farida is specialized in substance abuse problems. Miss El Ghandour is comfortable conducting sessions in both Arabic and English. Student Affairs Deanship - Student Counseling Centre |
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Shaikha Alhemeiri Ms. Shaikha Alhemeiri is a licensed psychologist by Dubai Healthcare Authority (DHA) and currently is working as a senior student counselor at Zayed University – Dubai campus. She obtained her master’s degree in clinical psychology from UAE University after completing her Bachelors in Psychology and Human Services from Zayed University. Ms. Alhemeiri is a compassionate psychologist with 6 years’ experience working with children, adolescent and young adults in mental health settings. She worked with various conditions, from anxiety, depression, OCD, first episode psychosis and adjustment with chronic and medical conditions. With her experience in clinical and hospital settings, she’s equipped with tools to help you feel listened to and understood in a non-judgmental manner. She will also help you navigate your current difficulties by using different tools including developing your own coping strategies in order to improve your overall wellbeing. Ms. Alhemeiri has a strong interest in working with first episode psychosis and at-risk populations. She is a trained CBT for psychosis provider as well as a certified SIPS (Structured Interview for Psychosis-Risk) assessor from Yale University, trained under Dr. Barbara Walsh. Ms. Alhemeiri research interest areas are: early interventions for psychosis, cultural adaptation of CBTp, understanding risk factors of psychosis, all within the Arab population. She has published in various peer reviewed journals. Ms. Alhemeiri is keen in developing early intervention services for psychosis in the United Arab Emirates. She also hopes that this would serve an opportunity to further understand at-the risk youth in the Arab population to develop culturally appropriate interventions and treatment. Student Affairs Deanship - Student Counseling Centre |
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Sara Al Marzooqi Sara is an Administrative Officer at the Student Counseling Center at Zayed University. She received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology and Human Services from Zayed University in 2017. Sara’s work experience was as an intern with the Community Development Authority, and as a volunteer at Senses Care Center for people of determination. Sara would be more than glad to introduce you to staff members at the Student Counseling Center. Student Affairs Deanship - Student Counseling Centre |
