Ansila Rahman

Dedicated and empathetic Counseling Psychologist with over 5 years of experience providing psychological assessment, counseling, and behavioral interventions. Strong background in emotional and behavioral counseling, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), child and adolescent mental health, school counseling, and adult support. Experienced in working with individuals presenting anxiety, emotional dysregulation, behavioral concerns, ASD, ADHD, and learning difficulties.

Skilled in evidence-based interventions, parent counseling, multidisciplinary collaboration, and safeguarding practices across school and clinical settings.

Whole School Counselor | Counseling Psychologist | Wellbeing Lead - GEMS Winchester School - Fujairah, UAE

(2020-01 - 2025-12)

• Provided individual and group counseling sessions for students aged 3–18 years addressing emotional, behavioral, and social concerns
• Conducted psychological observations, behavioral assessments, and functional behavior analyses
• Designed and implemented individualized intervention plans for students with anxiety, emotional dysregulation, ASD, ADHD, and behavioral challenges
• Utilized play therapy and art therapy techniques to enhance emotional expression, coping strategies, and self-regulation
• Delivered parent counseling and guidance sessions to support consistent behavior and emotional support at home
• Collaborated with teachers, SEN coordinators, school leadership, and external professionals for holistic student care
• Led school-wide mental health and wellbeing programs, promoting resilience and emotional literacy
• Served as Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring adherence to child protection policies and early intervention protocols
• Maintained confidential case notes, progress reports, intervention reviews, and safeguarding documentation
• Contributed to achieving the Wellbeing Award (Optimus Education, UK)

Special Needs Counselor / Counseling Psychologist - Crescent English High School - Dubai

(2019-01 - 2020-12)

• Provided counseling and behavioral support to students with ASD, ADHD, and emotional-behavioral difficulties
• Conducted classroom and playground observations to assess emotional regulation, peer interaction, and behavioral patterns
• Developed and implemented individual counseling and behavior support plans
• Applied ABA-informed strategies to reduce maladaptive behaviors and promote adaptive functioning
• Supported inclusive education and rehabilitation programs
• Worked closely with parents and educators to ensure continuity of counseling strategies
• Documented progress using structured behavioral and counseling reports

M.Sc. - Psychology - Mahatma Gandhi University, India (2017-01 - 2019-12)

B.Sc. - Psychology - Mahatma Gandhi University, India (2014-01 - 2017-12)