Tara Barakat

Senior Consultant | People Consulting @ Ernst & Young Global Consulting Services

About

Passionate about the intricate workings of the human mind and psychology. Where it has been the driving force behind my journey. With a solid foundation in clinical psychology and a commitment to fostering well-being, I've now set my sights on the corporate world, embarking on an exciting chapter with Ernst & Young. My career is a testament to my unwavering pursuit of prosperous opportunities that lay the foundation for an abundant future. I embody self-drive and diligence, demonstrated by completing my bachelor's degree in an ambitious three years, achieving an outstanding GPA along the way.

Country

Jordan

City

Amman

Industry

Management Consulting

Skill

Mental Health Counseling, Mental Health Treatment, Child Mental Health, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), HR Consulting, HR Transformation, Professional Services, Teamwork, Mental Health Advocacy, Psychological Assessment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Assessment and diagnosis, Therapy techniques, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, Medical Case Management

Experience

Senior Consultant | People Consulting

Ernst & Young Global Consulting Services

2025-10 - Present · 1 yr

Consultant 2 | People Consulting

Ernst & Young Global Consulting Services

2024-10 - 2025-9 · 1 yr

MENA

Consultant 1 | People Consulting

Ernst & Young Global Consulting Services

2023-7 - 2024-9 · 1 yr 3 mos

MENA

Collaboratively working within a team on projects regarding Human Capital Development, focusing on strategic talent management initiatives and HR related consulting services across MENA. • Talent Development and Development Programs • Operating Models assessment and Organizational Development • Employees Competencies assessment • Learning and Development • Compensation and Benefits and Salary Benchmarking • Data-Driven Analysis • Strategic Planning • Change Management

Mental Health Ambassador

University of Bradford

2023-2 - 2023-5 · 4 mos

• Promoted mental health awareness and providing support to students & participated in events aimed at promoting mental well-being and resilience.

Intern Psychologist

JORDAN UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL

2022-9 - 2023-1 · 5 mos

• Observed therapy sessions and conducted interviews with patients from diverse backgrounds, including both outpatients and inpatients at the department of psychiatry. • Assisted in treating various mental health conditions, including OCD, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, and others. • Worked closely with doctors on specific cases, providing support and contributing to the development of treatment plans.

Intern Psychologist

Private Psychiatric Clinic

2021-1 - 2021-7 · 7 mos

• Observed therapy sessions and provided interventions as needed. • Contributed to a Phase III clinical trial of Intranasal Esketamine (SpravatoTM) for Treatment-Resistant Depression, (by Janssen Pharmaceuticals).