Maryana Gaed

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) offering person-centred, integrative therapy in English and Arabic, drawing on CBT and SFBT. Supervised clinical experience with adults and older adults presenting with anxiety, depression, burnout, emotional regulation, caregiver stress, immigrant experiences, life transitions, including intake, risk assessment, safety planning, case conceptualization, and collaborative goal setting. Strong healthcare background in pharmacy and medical representation, with strengths in multidisciplinary collaboration, communication, documentation, organization, problem-solving, and managing multiple priorities in fast-paced healthcare environments.

Counselling Practicum Student - Wong Counselling - Toronto, ON

(2026-01 - 2026-08)

• Provided individual therapy to adult and older adult clients virtually, completing 218 direct client contact hours under clinical supervision.
• Conducted 60 client intakes and initial assessments, identifying presenting concerns and appropriate next steps.
• Completed brief risk assessments at every intake and conducted further risk assessments and collaborative safety planning when clinically indicated.
• Provided counselling in Arabic, including with an Arabic-speaking client, attending to cultural and resettlement-related considerations.
• Supported clients presenting with depression, anxiety, stress, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, emotional dysregulation, life transitions, caregiver stress, and neurodivergence.
• Collaboratively established goals and supported clients in identifying strengths, coping strategies, and practical steps toward change.
• Applied Person-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), adapting interventions to case conceptualization, client feedback, and progress toward goals.
• Maintained timely, accurate clinical documentation using Jane app, in keeping with CRPO Professional Practice Standards and PHIPA, while upholding confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Engaged in weekly clinical supervision, integrating feedback into ongoing practice

Pharmacy Assistant - Cims Pharmacy - Oakville, Ontario

(2024 - 2025)

• Provided compassionate, respectful support to patients, listening to their concerns and communicating clearly in a busy healthcare environment.

Career break – family responsibilities

(2020 - 2024)

Pharmacy Assistant - Urgent Care Pharmacy - Acton, Ontario

(2018 - 2020)

• Collaborated effectively with pharmacists and healthcare team members to support patient needs and contribute to a positive care environment.

Career break – family responsibilities

(2016 - 2018)

Medical Representative - Al Maseela Company - Kuwait City, Kuwait

(2013 - 2016)

• Promoted dental healthcare products to healthcare professionals, delivered product presentations in dental clinics, and built professional relationships through ongoing client engagement.

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology (MACP) - Yorkville University (2026)

Bachelor - Pharmacy - Assiut University (2004)