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Merna Tawfik

Merna Tawfik

Mississauga,ON

Summary

Positive, empathetic, and dedicated, with solid understanding of therapeutic interventions, ADHD, and developmental psychology. Knowledge of developmental disorders and skilled in creating individualized treatment plans. Committed to improving client outcomes and fostering supportive, nurturing environment.


Work History

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) Internship

Healing Roots Therapy
01.2025 - Current
  • Established a safe and supportive environment for clients, fostering open communication and trust during therapy sessions.
  • Utilized different therapeutic interventions during sessions to help clients develop greater self-awareness and coping skills for managing stressors.
  • Maintained detailed clinical records and documentation, ensuring accurate tracking of client progress and adherence to legal requirements.
  • Built strong rapport with clients through active listening skills and empathic understanding of their experiences, fostering lasting therapeutic relationships.
  • Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as necessary based on changing needs or circumstances.

Instructor Therapist

Spectacokids
09.2024 - Current
  • Strengthened parent involvement in therapeutic processes by providing regular updates on student progress and suggesting at-home strategies for improvement.
  • Evaluated student performance regularly using various assessment tools to adjust therapy plans accordingly for optimal growth.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams of professionals to ensure a comprehensive approach to student development and success.
  • Improved student progress by developing individualized therapy plans tailored to their specific needs.

Psychometrist

New Leaf Psychology
10.2023 - 05.2024
  • Experience in Jane system for booking and charting system.
  • Participated in WSIB and MVA assessments with psychologists to assist in the completion of forms.
  • Conducted psychoeducational assessments to individuals with ADHD (WISC-V, WAIS-IV, WIAT-III, PPVT-5, EVT-3, CTOPP, CELF, WRAML, RCFT, VMI, CPT-3, KCPT-2, CATA, LEITER), including test administration, scoring, and comprehensive report writing (case conceptualization, test results summary and interpretations, diagnoses, and recommendations).
  • Provided perceptive behavioural and test setting observations.
  • Ensured reliable test results by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of psychometric tools and best practices.
  • Documented as necessary according to professional standards and clinic policies.

Research Assistant

Toronto Metropolitan Univeristy
06.2022 - 06.2023
  • Co-authored a published research article entitled "Record, Recall, Reflect: A Qualitative Examination of Compassion Fatigue in Toronto Zoo Staff" and a knowledge mobilization.
  • Participate in data transcription.
  • Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
  • Reviewed documents and data to identify trends and patterns.

Developmental Therapist

Oakwood Academy
03.2022 - 05.2023
  • Administered and scored the ABLLS-R, AFLS, NDCR, and Denver model assessments to children and youth with neurodevelopmental disorders (ADHD and ASD).
  • Developed an individualized treatment plan using the principles of Developmental, Individual-differences, and Relationship-based model for clients with developmental and mental
    disorders, resulting in improved functioning and quality of life.
  • Collaborated with clients and families to develop realistic goals and objectives that focused
    on increasing self-efficacy and autonomy.
  • Established trust and rapport with clients, creating an environment that allowed for open
    and honest communication.
  • Maintained accurate client records, documenting progress toward goals, and providing essential information for team collaboration.

Therapist

Shining Stars
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Implemented the principles of Applied Behaviour Therapy to teach children with ADHD and ASD positive behaviours.
  • Developed and implemented evidence-based interventions that improved clients’ overall
    mental health and well-being.
  • Evaluated clients’ progress through in-person and virtual sessions, providing feedback and
    making necessary adjustments to treatment plans

Education

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

Yorkville University
Ontario
07.2025

Developmental Studies

The International Council On Development &Learning
09-2022

Certificate, Neuro Change Method Practitioner

Neuro Change Institute
05-2022

Certificate, Applied Behaviour Analysis

Autism Partnership Foundation
07-2021

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Guelph
04.2021

Skills

  • Behavioral observation
  • Multicultural Competence
  • Research design
  • Child Development
  • Psychological Assessment
  • Clinical interviewing
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Assessment
  • Learning Disabilities Assessment
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder Assessment
  • Active Listening
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Client confidentiality

Languages

Arabic
Native or Bilingual

Affiliations

  • College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) Registration (Licemse # 18461)

Timeline

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) Internship

Healing Roots Therapy
01.2025 - Current

Instructor Therapist

Spectacokids
09.2024 - Current

Psychometrist

New Leaf Psychology
10.2023 - 05.2024

Research Assistant

Toronto Metropolitan Univeristy
06.2022 - 06.2023

Developmental Therapist

Oakwood Academy
03.2022 - 05.2023

Therapist

Shining Stars
01.2022 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Guelph

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

Yorkville University

Developmental Studies

The International Council On Development &Learning

Certificate, Neuro Change Method Practitioner

Neuro Change Institute

Certificate, Applied Behaviour Analysis

Autism Partnership Foundation

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