Zeina MEHANNA MARTELLONI

Enseignant Cadré - Vacataire - PhD in Psychology

(+961) 1 421 000 ext zeina.mehanna@usj.edu.lb

I am a talented polyvalent professional, with 30 years of circular experience in academic field work. I hold a Ph.D. in Psychology, high educational qualifications with strong assets in Clinical Psychology and Social Work area, also in Academic, Training and Research field. I developed a long practice as a university professor and head of department in a highly ranked university of Beirut (Saint-Joseph University), I work as a Clinical Psychologist and Psychotherapist, along with a direct involvement in Community Development, Social Policies and Prevention, in collaboration with national and international organizations. I treat many important topics related to psychological and social development, vulnerable groups, youth and women, sexual exploitation and abuse, ethical issues, multimedia risks and other. Being a globetrotter for many years now, gave me high capacity to adapt and cope with new situations and cultures and allowed me the mastery of four languages (Arabic, English, French and Italian). My Lebanese roots and experience taught me to work in emergency situations and to be resilient in difficult times. My key skills: Critical and analytical thinking, adaptability and problem solving. Leadership and responsibility, strategic decision making. Management and organizational development. Engineering of personalized programs and training. Learning needs analysis and assessment processes. Adult teaching methods, interactive pedagogy, online and face-to-face. Research, scientific rigor, data analysis and editorial skills. Intellectual curiosity and continuous learning. Oral and written communications, digital skills. Strong listening, observation, rapid reading of behavioral traits, profiling. Consulting and coaching, teamwork, interpersonal skills and empathy. Cross-cultural experience, openness to working with internationally oriented people. Independent, systematic and precise attitude. I believe in fundamental humanist values ​​and human rights, and I adhere to high standards of ethics, confidentiality, professionalism, honesty, justice and professional conduct.