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Buran Saada

Shaab Al-Jalil Village

Summary

Dynamic music therapy specialist with extensive experience at the Ministry of Education, adept in crisis intervention and therapeutic supervision. Proven leadership in facilitating group therapy and training teams, enhancing emotional support for individuals with special needs. Recognized for creating impactful psycho-educational materials and fostering collaborative environments.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Expressive Art Therapy Supervision

Sama organization for children and adults with autism
Jerusalem
09.2023 - Current
  • Professional supervision for therapies that work with children with autism spectrum.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.

Music Therapy Consultent

world & local foundations
Palestine ,europe & Arab Countries
06.2019 - Current
  • Provided counseling services for those dealing with grief, loss, depression or anxiety.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
  • Attended professional conferences and workshops regarding current trends in therapy practices.
  • Created psycho-educational materials to educate clients on topics such as stress management and coping skills.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions for individuals struggling with addiction recovery.
  • Conducted family therapy sessions to address relational issues and provide support.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
  • Educated parents on ways they can better support their children's emotional needs.

Music Therapy Specialist

The Ministry of Education
Jerusalem
01.2019 - Current

Working within the “containment” project in Jerusalem schools, where the project aims to enhance the ability of professional staff in schools as well as students to deal with differences in the classroom fabric, and work on the ability to contain behavioral, mental and emotional differences.

Psycho-emotional Therapy Supervisor

Freelance
Jerusalem & Palestinian Teritories
01.2019 - Current

Work as a supervisor in the field of psycho-emotional art therapy for university students in master's programs for these disciplines.

Music Therapy Specialist

The Ministry of Education
Jerusalem
01.2016 - Current

Working within the educational support staff in the Ministry of Education in Jerusalem as a music therapist, guiding parents, and treating autism cases within the integration plans and special needs of their groups available in schools. In addition to guiding crews working with vision difficulties and complex cases.

Senior Music Therapy Supervisor & Trainer

Freelance
Palestine, Europe & Arab Countries
01.2010 - Current

Work as an independent specialist in the field of training, supervising, and accompanying teams of specialists in the therapeutic and educational fields. In the focus of the topic of integrating techniques in music therapy, art, and psycho-emotional therapy in therapeutic and educational work, in addition to building workshops and strengthening teamwork in various institutions, most notably schools.

Music Therapist

Freelance
Jerusalem & Palestinian Teritories
01.2010 - Current
  • Individual and group sessions are conducted independently with children with special needs, most notably cases of autism, behavioral difficulties, and learning difficulties. Organizing these meetings is done through the direction of the parents or associations.

Music Teacher

"El wardia" Primary School
Beit Hanina
01.2008 - Current

Teaching music at El Wardia Primary School

Music and Art Therapy Mentor

kvinna till kvinna foundation
Palestine ,europe & Arab Countries
04.2024 - 10.2024
  • Designed resource materials and tools to assist mentees in achieving their personal and professional goals.
  • Training and follow-up fieldwork with women who have experienced sexual and physical abuse.
  • Mentoring and supervision with mentees who work with people in crisis.

Music Therapist

Arfad Foundation
Jerusalem
01.2015 - 06.2022

Work within the therapeutic staff at the Arfad Foundation (a therapeutic and rehabilitative internal framework for children in distress up to the age of 18 years) as a specialist in the field of psycho-emotional therapy, with music and expressive arts.

  • Led team of staff, practicum students, and interns in music therapy tasks.

Student Music Therapist

Carob Institute at the Hebrew University
Jerusalem
01.2020 - 12.2020

Specialized in the treatment of victims of violence and sexual assault by the Karoub Institute at the Hebrew University - Jerusalem.

Music Therapist

Helen Keeler School
Beit-Hanina
01.2017 - 12.2019

Work at Helen Keller School for people with visual impairments in Jerusalem, Beit Hanina.

Music Therapist & Trainer

Al Mada Foundation for Development through the Arts
Jerusalem
01.2009 - 12.2018
  • Collaborated on training techniques in music therapy and psychological intervention for mental health and education specialists across multiple Palestinian institutions.
  • Collaborated with other members of multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services for clients.
  • Provided individual and group music therapy sessions to clients with a variety of mental health issues.

Music Therapist

Al Basma school for autistic children
Jerusalem
01.2010 - 12.2012

Work within the therapeutic staff at the “Al Basma” School for Autistic Children in Shuafat, Jerusalem, as a music therapist, organized by the “ALOT” Association for Autism.

Music Therapist

Sabreen Foundation
Jerusalem
01.2008 - 01.2009

Work in the Sabreen Foundation within the projects of music education and music therapy with students from UNRWA schools, and school students in Jerusalem.

Student Trainee

Spafford Children's Center
Jerusalem
01.2007 - 01.2009

Work as an intern student in music therapy at Spafford Children's Center.

Student Trainee

Al Shorouk Kindergarten
Jerusalem
01.2008 - 12.2008

I worked as a trainee student in the field of music therapy at Al Shorouk Kindergarten.

Sheltered Housing Supervisor and Music Therapy

"Shekel" Association for People with Special Needs
Jerusalem
01.2007 - 01.2008

Work in the field of special education, Supervisor of sheltered housing, and music therapy at the "Shekel" Association for people with special needs in East Jerusalem.

Music Teacher

(Micah) Jerusalem Nursery for children with hearing and speech difficulties.
Jerusalem
01.2006 - 01.2007

Teaching music at Micah Nursery in Jerusalem for children with hearing and speech difficulties.

A Nanny for Children With Cancer

Cancer Patients Syndicate
East Jerusalem
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • Work in the Syndicate of Cancer Patients as a nanny for the children of cancer patients in East Jerusalem.
  • Adapted care and activities to meet the needs of children with special requirements.
  • Communicated regularly with families regarding daily events and any concerns that may arise.

Music Therapy Consultent & Trainer

world & local foundations
Palestine ,europe & Arab Countries
01.2010 - Current

Long- and short-term training and follow-up projects with local and world foundations:

GIZ, UNRWA, World Vision, Palestinian Vision, SCD, Tamer Foundation, Health Ministry of Palestine, Kvinna till Kvinna, YMCA, Alkmnjati Institute, etc.

Palestinian Singer

band
Palestine ,europe & Arab Countries
01.2003 - Current
  • Participated in and performed in front of live audiences at folkloric music concerts.

Education

Bachelor - Education And Musicology

The Hebrew University
Jerusalem

Master's - Specialisation "Music Therapy And Expressive Arts"

David Yellen College
Jerusalem

Skills

  • Music therapist specialist
  • Musical theory understanding
  • Depression and anxiety specialist
  • Supervisory skills
  • Presentation and lecturing skills
  • Training skills
  • Leadership and teamwork
  • Computer Skills
  • Psychotherapy experience
  • Counseling techniques
  • Crisis intervention
  • Group therapy facilitation
  • Therapeutic supervision
  • Family therapy
  • Public speaking

Languages

  • Arabic
  • English
  • Hebrew

Languages

Excellent,5,Very Good,4,Excellent,5

Personal Information

Title: Music Therapy Specialist

Languages

Arabic
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hebrew
Advanced (C1)
C1

Timeline

Music and Art Therapy Mentor

kvinna till kvinna foundation
04.2024 - 10.2024

Expressive Art Therapy Supervision

Sama organization for children and adults with autism
09.2023 - Current

Student Music Therapist

Carob Institute at the Hebrew University
01.2020 - 12.2020

Music Therapy Consultent

world & local foundations
06.2019 - Current

Music Therapy Specialist

The Ministry of Education
01.2019 - Current

Psycho-emotional Therapy Supervisor

Freelance
01.2019 - Current

Music Therapist

Helen Keeler School
01.2017 - 12.2019

Music Therapy Specialist

The Ministry of Education
01.2016 - Current

Music Therapist

Arfad Foundation
01.2015 - 06.2022

Music Therapy Consultent & Trainer

world & local foundations
01.2010 - Current

Senior Music Therapy Supervisor & Trainer

Freelance
01.2010 - Current

Music Therapist

Freelance
01.2010 - Current

Music Therapist

Al Basma school for autistic children
01.2010 - 12.2012

Music Therapist & Trainer

Al Mada Foundation for Development through the Arts
01.2009 - 12.2018

Music Teacher

"El wardia" Primary School
01.2008 - Current

Music Therapist

Sabreen Foundation
01.2008 - 01.2009

Student Trainee

Al Shorouk Kindergarten
01.2008 - 12.2008

Student Trainee

Spafford Children's Center
01.2007 - 01.2009

Sheltered Housing Supervisor and Music Therapy

"Shekel" Association for People with Special Needs
01.2007 - 01.2008

Music Teacher

(Micah) Jerusalem Nursery for children with hearing and speech difficulties.
01.2006 - 01.2007

A Nanny for Children With Cancer

Cancer Patients Syndicate
01.2006 - 01.2007

Palestinian Singer

band
01.2003 - Current

Bachelor - Education And Musicology

The Hebrew University

Master's - Specialisation "Music Therapy And Expressive Arts"

David Yellen College
Buran Saada