Haya Zaid-Alkailani, M.A.
Supervised Student Clinician
Background
Haya completed her MA in Clinical Psychology (Child Track) at Simon Fraser University in 2023 and is currently completing her PhD in Clinical Psychology at the same university. Haya’s training has focused on psychoeducational assessment and evidence-based therapy for children and youth. Her work at our clinic is currently supervised by Dr. Arnold and is offered at a reduced rate. In addition to her current work, Haya has completed two practicums at Dr. Sharon Arnold and Associates and one practicum at Cornerstone Child and Family Psychology Clinic. She is currently completing a practicum in assessment at Maples Adolescent Treatment Centre and a practicum in intervention at Child and Youth Mental Health. She has been providing therapy to adults at Simon Fraser University’s clinic since 2021.
Areas of Speciality
Haya specializes in providing assessment and treatment to children and adolescents using a collaborative and strength-focused approach. She primarily uses a Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy framework, while also integrating Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy when appropriate for her clients. With experience in helping youth navigate a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, and selective mutism, Haya works to create a safe, engaging, and supportive environment that is guided by the needs and goals of each client.
Believing in the essential role of family, Haya actively involves parents in the therapy process, recognizing that they are uniquely positioned to support lasting positive change in their child’s life.
In her assessment work, Haya has assisted children, adolescents, and young adults in identifying both strengths and challenges across a variety of areas, including cognition, learning, attention, as well as executive, social, and emotional functioning.