Nora N. Jaffal
Oak Forest
Summary
Licensed Professional Counselor and doctoral student in Clinical Psychology with extensive experience providing psychotherapy, psychoeducation, assessment, and integrative behavioral health services across outpatient, community, faith-based, and medical settings. Strong background in culturally responsive care, social justice–informed practice, and evidence-based interventions with children, adolescents, adults, and families.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychoeducation Facilitator
Palos Masjid
Palos Park
2025 - Current
- Facilitated community workshops to increase member engagement and participation.
- Coordinated events to promote interfaith dialogue and community service initiatives.
- Organized volunteer training sessions, equipping participants with effective facilitation skills.
- Led discussions on social issues to encourage respectful dialogue among participants.
- Supported volunteers, fostering teamwork and a positive atmosphere during events.
Licensed Professional Counselor
Power of Words Counseling Center
01.2023 - Current
- Conducted individual therapy sessions for diverse client populations to address unique needs.
- Developed tailored treatment plans based on thorough client assessments.
- Provided crisis intervention services during urgent mental health situations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive client care.
- Maintained accurate, confidential client records in compliance with regulations.
- Educated clients on effective coping strategies and available mental health resources.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to refine counseling skills.
Mental Health Therapist & Clinical Consultant
ARCD Weight Loss Clinic
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Formulated personalized treatment plans aligned with client needs and objectives.
- Employed evidence-based therapeutic techniques to drive client progress.
- Collaborated with medical staff to incorporate mental health care into weight loss programs.
- Delivered crisis intervention and support during high-stress situations for clients.
- Educated clients on coping strategies and mental wellness practices for lasting change.
- Documented client interactions and treatment progress accurately.
- Participated in team meetings to review client cases and exchange best practices.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Adler University
Chicago, IL06-2025
Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) - Clinical Psychology
Adler University
Chicago, IL06-2023
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Adler University
Chicago, IL06-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Community Psychology, Spanish
DePaul University
Chicago, IL05-2020
Skills
- Individual psychotherapy
- Family psychotherapy
- Child psychotherapy
- Adolescent psychotherapy
- CBT
- Adlerian therapy
- ACT-informed interventions
- Trauma-informed care
- Culturally responsive care
- Assessment
- Diagnosis
- Treatment planning
- Psychoeducation
- Group facilitation
- Integrated behavioral health collaboration
- Telehealth service delivery
- EMR documentation
Affiliations
- American Counseling Association (ACA)
- American Psychological Association (APA)
- Society for Community Research and Action (SCRA)
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Illinois
- National Certified Counselor (NCC)
Clinical And Practicum Experience
- Doctoral Therapy Practicum, Khalil Center, Lombard, IL
- Master’s Therapy & Assessment Practicum, NIA Integrative Healing
- Community Internship, Elevated Groups Counseling, Chicago Ridge, IL
Psychoeducation And Community Mental Health
Psychoeducation Facilitator, Palos Masjid
Teaching And Training Experience
Guest lectures, psychoeducational workshops, and group facilitation within clinical, community, and faith-based settings.
Honors Awards And Scholarships
University-awarded academic scholarships, Service-based grants and leadership recognition.
Clinical And Professional Skills
- Individual, family, child, and adolescent psychotherapy
- CBT, Adlerian, ACT-informed interventions
- Trauma-informed and culturally responsive care
- Assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning
- Psychoeducation and group facilitation
- Integrated behavioral health collaboration
- Telehealth service delivery and EMR documentation
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Arabic, Fluent
- Spanish, Intermediate
Publications
Manuscripts and conference presentations in preparation.
References
Available upon request
Leadership Experience
- Community Outreach Partner, Lead With Love
- University service and social justice practicum involvement
Research
Qualitative and applied clinical research through graduate and doctoral coursework, including program evaluation, qualitative methods, and community-based research initiatives.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Licensed Professional Counselor
Power of Words Counseling Center
01.2023 - Current
Mental Health Therapist & Clinical Consultant
ARCD Weight Loss Clinic
01.2023 - 01.2024
Psychoeducation Facilitator
Palos Masjid
2025 - Current
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Adler University
Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) - Clinical Psychology
Adler University
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Adler University
Bachelor of Arts - Community Psychology, Spanish
DePaul University