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Hi, I’m Zahraa Kamal Akanan, a dedicated Speech-Language Therapist based in Doha, Qatar. I recently completed a Bachelor of Arts in Speech Therapy from Phoenicia University in Lebanon and have been delivering evidence-based interventions for children and young adults with diverse communication needs. I thrive in multidisciplinary teams, tailor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and work with families to support progress at home and school.
Beyond my clinical work, I am committed to ongoing professional development, community outreach, and mentoring teachers and parents to empower communication for all.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Work Experience
Speech Language Therapist at Step by Step Centre for Persons with Disabilities – Doha
September 1, 2024 - PresentAssessed and provided interventions for children aged 3 to 25 with diverse needs; Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team; Conducted awareness sessions for parents; Implemented evidence-based practices; Developed and tailored IEPs; Participated in community outreach; Engaged in continuous professional development.
Speech Language Pathologist at ISF Derdghaya Medical Center – South, Lebanon
May 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024Evaluated, intervened, and interacted with children presenting learning disabilities, ASD, SSD, and DLD; engaged with family members and other professionals; Implemented evidence-based practices.
Speech Language Pathologist at Imam Sadr Foundation – Tyre, Lebanon (ADIS Center)
August 1, 2023 - August 1, 2024Evaluated, intervened, and interacted with children with LD, ASD, SSD, and DLD; collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team; conducted awareness sessions for parents; conducted workshops for teachers; implemented evidence-based practices; tailored IEPs.
Speech Language Pathologist (intern and volunteer) at Beit Atfal Alsomoud – Tyre, Lebanon
October 1, 2022 - January 31, 2024Evaluated, intervened, and interacted with children and adults with communication disorders; implemented joint sessions with other professionals; practiced evidence-based interventions; tailored IEPs.
Private Teacher at Private Tutoring - Tyre, Lebanon
September 1, 2016 - PresentEnhanced literacy, reading comprehension, and writing in Arabic and English; strengthened mathematics, science concepts; fostered confidence, motivation, and better study habits.
Rainbow Center Speech Language Pathologist intern (intervention) at Al Hanan School for Special Needs – Abbasieh, Lebanon
October 1, 2022 - May 1, 2023Evaluated, intervened, and interacted with children and adults with communication disorders (including ASD, Down syndrome, and intellectual disabilities); integrated AAC devices; collaborated with family and professionals.
Speech Language Pathologist intern (intervention) at Imam Sadr Foundation – Tyre, Lebanon
October 1, 2021 - May 1, 2022Evaluated, intervened, and interacted with children with learning disabilities; collaborated with teachers and professionals; participated in multi-disciplinary teams.
Speech and Language Pathology Intern (observation) at Elite MediCare Group - Tyre, Lebanon
March 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021Collected information, screened, assessed, and treated speech-language disorders; collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team.
Speech and Language Pathology Intern (observation) at ELD Center - Abbasieh, Lebanon
March 1, 2021 - October 1, 2021Collected information, screened, assessed, and treated speech-language disorders; collaborated with a multi-disciplinary team.
Speech and Language Pathology Intern (observation) at Duckling’s Nursery - Abbasieh, Lebanon
October 1, 2020 - March 1, 2021Observed and identified cultural and linguistic differences in a child’s educational values, familial and community characteristics.
Speech Language Pathology Intern (observation) at Medical Cabinet (E.N.T) - Tyre, Lebanon
October 1, 2019 - March 1, 2020Gained knowledge about the EAR-NOSE-THROAT area, especially cases related to speech therapy.
Speech Language Pathology Intern (observation) at Cherri Hearing Center - Tyre, Lebanon
October 1, 2019 - March 1, 2020Gained knowledge about hearing loss, audiograms, and hearing aids.
Speech Language Pathology Intern (observation) at Dr. Mohammad Bittar’s Clinic (Pediatric Neurologist) - Saida, Lebanon
October 1, 2019 - March 1, 2020Observed diagnosis and treatment of cases related to brain, spinal cord and nerves; gained insight into tests such as EEG and MRI.
Speech Language Pathology Intern (observation) at Rihab AlZahraa School (Imam Sader Foundation) - Tyre, Lebanon
October 1, 2019 - March 1, 2020Observed typical acquisition of oral language and literacy skills.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Speech Therapy at Phoenicia University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023Lebanese Baccalaureate in Life Sciences at Tyre Public Highschool
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018Qualifications
Picture Exchange Communication System Course (PECS)
September 1, 2024 - March 20, 2026SOUZAN Psychological First Aid Training - The National Mental Health Programme
December 1, 2023 - March 20, 2026First Aid in the Workplace Training – Tyre
November 1, 2023 - March 20, 2026SHE LEADS MENTORSHIP Program - Amel Association International
September 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022Gestalt Language Processing (adapted to Arabic Language)
December 1, 2023 - March 20, 2026Teletherapy Workshop by Rayan Kassir
January 1, 2022 - March 20, 2026Feedback and Therapy Outcomes for articulation and Phonological Processes
July 1, 2022 - March 20, 2026Non-speech Oral Motor Exercises
August 1, 2021 - March 20, 2026Montessori Workshop for Professionals
July 1, 2021 - March 20, 2026Written Language Therapy Techniques
December 1, 2021 - March 20, 2026Overcoming Behavioral Challenges
September 1, 2022 - March 20, 2026Feeding and Swallowing Workshop
October 1, 2022 - March 20, 2026English Access Microscholarship Program
January 1, 2020 - March 20, 2026Industry Experience
Healthcare, Education, Life Sciences, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
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Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
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