YOUSSEF HESHAM ESSMAT

Psychologist and Addiction Specialist - Religious and Psychological Guidance
Giza, EG.

About

Highly experienced Psychologist and Addiction Specialist with 14 years of proven success in delivering comprehensive religious and psychological guidance. Expertly integrates NA/12-step programs with Islamic concepts to foster holistic recovery from addiction, OCD, reactive depression, and pornography addiction. Adept at leading impactful counseling groups and applying diverse therapeutic modalities to achieve measurable patient outcomes.

Work

Eshraq Center for Psychiatry and Addiction Treatment
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Psychologist and Addiction Specialist

Giza, Giza, Egypt

Summary

Provided advanced psychological and addiction treatment services, specializing in complex mental health conditions and recovery strategies.

Highlights

Delivered comprehensive psychological and addiction treatment, contributing to improved patient mental health and sustained recovery outcomes.

Facilitated religious and psychological counseling groups, guiding individuals through recovery journeys and personal development.

Implemented specialized therapeutic interventions for obsessive-compulsive disorder, reactive depression, and pornography addiction.

Integrated NA program principles with religious concepts, enhancing patient engagement and spiritual recovery pathways.

Relife Hospital for Psychiatry and Addiction Treatment
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Psychologist and Addiction Specialist

Giza, Giza, Egypt

Summary

Managed diverse caseloads of patients with addiction and mental health challenges, applying tailored therapeutic approaches.

Highlights

Provided expert psychological and addiction treatment, supporting patients through critical stages of recovery and rehabilitation.

Led group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for individuals to share experiences and develop coping mechanisms.

Applied Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques to address maladaptive behaviors and emotional dysregulation.

Conducted thorough psychological assessments to inform individualized treatment plans, tracking patient progress and adjusting interventions as needed.

FORSA GADEDA CENTER
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Psychologist and Addiction Specialist

Giza, Giza, Egypt

Summary

Offered specialized guidance and treatment for individuals struggling with addiction and related psychological issues.

Highlights

Delivered religious and psychological guidance to individuals and groups, fostering resilience and promoting mental well-being.

Developed and implemented treatment plans for patients with various addictions, integrating 12-step methodologies with spiritual support.

Facilitated family therapy sessions, improving communication dynamics and strengthening support networks for patients.

Utilized behavior analysis to identify triggers and develop effective strategies for relapse prevention, achieving sustained patient sobriety.

Hayat Nakia Hospital
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Psychologist and Addiction Specialist

Giza, Giza, Egypt

Summary

Contributed to patient care through psychological assessment, counseling, and addiction treatment programs.

Highlights

Provided direct psychological counseling to patients undergoing addiction treatment, addressing underlying trauma and psychological distress.

Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic patient care, integrating psychological, medical, and social support services.

Conducted initial psychological assessments for new admissions, informing diagnostic processes and treatment plan development.

Supported patients in developing emotional awareness and healthy coping mechanisms to manage stress and prevent relapse.

Rivera Hospital
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Psychologist and Addiction Specialist

Giza, Giza, Egypt

Summary

Applied foundational psychological principles to support patients in recovery from addiction and mental health challenges.

Highlights

Assisted in the delivery of addiction treatment programs, focusing on individual counseling and crisis intervention.

Participated in group therapy sessions, helping patients build peer support and develop social skills essential for recovery.

Utilized basic psychological assessment tools to monitor patient progress and identify areas requiring further intervention.

Engaged in social work aspects of patient care, connecting individuals with community resources and support systems.

Safe House Center
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Psychologist and Addiction Specialist

Giza, Giza, Egypt

Summary

Initiated career in addiction and psychological guidance, developing foundational skills in patient support and therapeutic interventions.

Highlights

Gained initial experience in addiction treatment settings, supporting patients through their early stages of recovery.

Assisted senior psychologists in facilitating counseling sessions, observing and learning effective therapeutic techniques.

Contributed to the development of patient care plans, focusing on creating a safe and supportive environment for recovery.

Engaged in continuous learning and professional development to build expertise in psychological assessment and intervention.

Education

Cairo University
Giza, Giza, Egypt

International Diploma

Addictive Behaviors

Helwan University
Giza, Giza, Egypt

Bachelor of Social Service

Social Service

Cairo University
Giza, Giza, Egypt

Bachelor of Arts

Psychology

Languages

Arabic

Certificates

Acceptance Therapy School

Issued By

Acceptance Therapy School

Logotherapy School

Issued By

Logotherapy School

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) School

Issued By

DBT School

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) School

Issued By

CBT School

Psychiatry and Addiction Treatment Course

Issued By

Abu Al-Azaem Hospital

Studies in Islamic Jurisprudence and Exegesis

Issued By

Religious Institutions

Certification in Quranic Recitation

Issued By

Religious Institutions

Skills

Therapeutic Modalities

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Logotherapy, Acceptance Therapy, Group Therapy, Family Therapy.

Clinical Skills

Psychological Assessment, Behavior Analysis, Addiction Treatment, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Treatment, Reactive Depression Treatment, Pornography Addiction Treatment.

Counseling & Guidance

Religious Counseling, Psychological Guidance, NA Program Integration, 12-Steps Facilitation, Emotional Awareness.

Foundational Skills

Analytical Thinking, Social Work, Islamic Jurisprudence, Quranic Recitation.