NATALIE BESHARAT

CURRICULUM.VITAE

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****-**** ******** ********* *** Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Diploma of Education Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy 2020- 2022 Master of Science in Child Life and Pediatric Psychosocial Care McMaster University Hamilton, ON Department of Pediatrics 2012-2017 Bachelors of Arts (Honours) in Psychology Toronto Metropolitan University, Toronto, ON, Department of Psychology Professional Memberships & Certifications

Research Certificates

Good Clinical Practice (GCP)- Researchers. CITI Program. Winter 2020

Responsible Conduct for Research (RCR)- Researchers. CITI Program. Fall 2019

Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans. Summer 2017

Professional Memberships

Ontario Association for Mental Health Professionals. 2022

Canadian Association for Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytic Child Therapists. 2022 Professional Certificates

Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy Facilitator Certificate. The Centre for Mindfulness Studies. Date of issue: September 2021

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Facilitator Certificate. The Centre for Mindfulness Studies. July 2019

Certificate of Completion Course Credit

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Depression. The Beck Institute. 2020 Academic contributions

Sibalis, A., Sack, L., Besharat, N., & Milligan, K (2019). Experiential avoidance in youth with learning disabilities and co occurring mental health challenges: Where does it exist and how can we help? Talk presented at the 2019 Oslo, Norway [It Takes A Village International Conference] Irwin, A., Besharat, N., McKeough, T., & Milligan, K. (2017). Self-Monitoring Moderates the Impact of Mindfulness in Youth with Learning and Mental Health Challenges. Poster presented at: Association for Behaviour and Cognitive Therapies: 2017 November 16-17; San Diego, CA. [Association for Behaviour and Cognitive Therapies ABCT 51st Annual Convention]

Besharat, N., Irwin, A., Milligan, K., & McKeough, T. (2016). The Impact of Integra’s Mindfulness Martial Arts ®

(MMA®) Treatment on attributions in youth with Learning Disabilities with Mental Health Challenges. Poster presented at: Annual Ontario Psychology Undergraduate Honours Thesis Conference: 2016 March Ottawa, ON. [46th Annual Ontario Psychology Undergraduate Honours Thesis Conference] 2

Qualification Summary

• Proficient ability to conduct research and manage study data, knowledge of research policies, procedures and ethical standards, and with a demonstrated history to work in health science field

• Proficient assessment skills and knowledge of the Diagnostic Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders (DSM-5)

• Demonstrated ability to work with varying clinical groups (and their families)

• Proficient ability to facilitate mindfulness group psychotherapy

• Sedulous attention to detail and knowledge of common coding schemes that accompany various questionnaires

• Proficient ability to develop manuscripts, conduct literature reviews and systematic literature searches

• Proficient in data-base creation related to the psychometric scoring of tests and quantitative questionnaires CLINICAL RESEARCH POSITIONS

RESEARCH ASSISTANT HOLLAND BLOORVIEW KIDS REHABILITATION HOSPITAL March 2019- March 2020 PEDIATRIC REHABILITATION INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS MULTIDISCIPLINARY

• Recruit and screen eligible study participants for an assistive technology implementation trial.

• Responsible for recruiting participants, conducting consent and screening procedures, coordinating research visits, collecting

• data and upholding limits of confidentiality.

• Managed recruitment by liaising with external bodies

• Create and deliver oral presentation of research proposal and design to clinicians at various hospitals.

• Develop manuscripts in preparation for publication.

• Received training in electroencephalogram (EEG) to assist other researchers in data collection. CLINICAL TRIAL ASSISTANT RYERSON UNIVERSITY

Spring 2017- March 2019 SLEEP AND DEPRESSION LAB

• Administered two psychiatric assessment tools, namely, the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM Disorders (SCID-IV/5) and the Duke Structured Interview for Sleep Disorders (DSISD).

• Administer paper-and-pencil questionnaires and cognitive computer tasks (e.g., STROOP test).

• Scored data and assisted with related data entry using SPSS.

• Contacted participants for monthly follow up - administer the Insomnia Severity Index (ISI).

• Train and supervise new clinical volunteers on consent procedures and administration of the SCID and DSISD.

RESEARCH TRAINEE CENTRE FOR ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH (CAMH) Summer 2017- Winter 2018 INSTITUTE FOR PUBLIC HEALTH POLICY RESEARCH

• Conduct literature searches using main databases (e.g., PsycINFO, Ovid, PubMed, MedLine).

• Investigated predictors of drug-caused or opioid-related population mortality rates and the impact of immigration on risk for alcohol abuse and dependence.

• Develop manuscripts in preparation for publication.

• Collaborate with outside healthcare agencies and research professionals (e.g., University Health Network). RESEARCH ASSISTANT / THESIS STUDENT RYERSON UNIVERSITY June 2016- June 2018 CHILD SELF-REGULATION LAB

• Managed a study on the impact of mindfulness martial arts therapy (MMA) in youth with learning disabilities and mental health disorders.

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• Recruited participants, obtained consent (from youth and families)

• Coordinated data collection sessions and managed all data.

• Prepared spreadsheets and databases and performed statistical analysis using SPSS and excel.

• Developed written manuscript of study objectives and findings (introduction, methods, results and discussion).

RESEARCH ASSISTANT RYERSON UNIVERSITY

Summer 2014- July 2016 COGNITION AND PSYCHOPATHOLOGY LAB

• Managed the data of a cognitively enhanced written- exposure study for individuals with probable Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).

• Responsible for all data entry and coding using SPSS.

• Assisted MA and PhD students with dissertation related data entry and coding using SPSS and ePrime. CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

CHILD AND YOUTH COUNSELOUR ERNESTEINS WOMENS SHELTER Winter 2023- Present

• Instruct facilitate group counseling and programs

• Conduct pre-screening intake/ psychological assessment

• Facilitate gaming, play and arts and crafts with traumatized children and youth

• Engage in trauma informed one on one counseling with children youth and families in shelter.

• Receive clinical supervision

CERTIFIED MINDFULNESS TEACHER MINDFUL STRESS REDUCTION & THERAPY SERVICES Summer 2020- Present

• Instruct virtual guided meditation and MBSR/MBCT classes

• Conduct pre-screening psychological assessment

• Receive clinical supervision

CRISIS TELEPHONE RESPONDER DISTRESS CENTRES

Summer 2020- Summer 2022

• Receive training in crisis intervention and suicide prevention

• Employ problem solving and solution focused counseling to distressed callers

• Compose call reports

MBSR FACILITATOR NORTH YORK SENIORS CENTRE

Winter 2018- Fall 2019

• Facilitate 8-week mindfulness-based stress reduction course to seniors.

• Maintain group cohesion allow for group processes and outline confidentiality.

• Deliver psycho-education sessions on the hyper- pituitary adrenal axis and stress reactivity. MBSR/MBCT INTERNSHIP THE CENTRE FOR MINDFULNESS STUDIES Winter 2018- Summer 2022

• Administer pre-screening assessments to participants and obtain informed consent.

• Ensure participant confidentiality and outline limits of confidentiality.

• Co-facilitate an 8-week mindfulness-based stress reduction and cognitive therapy course.

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• Attend silent retreats and training/clinical seminars. PLAY THERAPIST PRIVATE RESIDENCE

April 2013- May 2015 Toronto, ON

• Private play therapist for a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) (high spectrum, none verbal) eight hours per-week for two-years to encourage eye contact and communication. GROUP FACILITATOR BELLWOOD HEALTH SERVICES

April 2014- May 2015

• Facilitated a weekly 20 min. guided meditation session with new clients and co-facilitated groups sessions based on the 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous.

• Facilitated weekly check-in and goals; created and distributed handouts on coping with cravings.

• Attended regular staff meetings and training seminars.

• Practiced effective communication skills while working collaboratively amongst a team of clinicians

(nurses, physicians, councilors, volunteers) regarding client’s emotional needs. GROUP FACILITATOR/ SUPPORT WORKER WILLOW DALE RETIREMENT RESIDENCE Summer 2013 Boca Raton, FL

• Facilitated yoga classes mindful breathing meditation and arts and crafts.

• Took detailed notes at the end of each shift.

• Assisted nursing staff in meal preparation and distribution; ensured all residents received their specific meal plan

• Room checks (ensured cleanliness, and safety- ensured call alarms were working properly).

• Provided support to residents (e.g., listened and addressed any concerns, encouraged residents to come out of their rooms, accompanied them outdoors for walks, playing cards etc.). ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE (COMPREHENSIVE EMPLOYMENT SUMMARY) SALES OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR TRIDEL CORPORATION

Winter 2013-Present Toronto, ON

• Enter sale data and preparing legal agreement of purchase and sale, including addendums.

• Maintain confidentiality; ensuring that all client information indicated on cheques, mail and agreements are kept secure.

• Answer telephones, track incoming and outgoing correspondence, respond to voice mail messages and email inquiries.

ADMINISTRATOR SHELL LAWYERS

September 2012-2013 Toronto, ON

• Conducted semi-structural interviews and recorded data and

• Managed incoming and outgoing mail and email correspondence

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