This document provides a summary of Mahasin Mekani-Tatone's education and professional experience. She holds a PhD in Counselor Supervision and MA in Counseling. Her teaching experience includes adjunct professor roles teaching courses on counseling theories, human development, and case management. She has worked as a parenting educational consultant, family support specialist, and currently as a substance abuse therapist. Her research has focused on supervisor/trainee learning styles, eating disorders, and play therapy for abused children.

1. 1Mahasin Mekani-Tatone
E-mail:mtaton01@baker.edu
Cell Phone: (586)292-1234
Education
1996-2002 Wayne State University, Detroit, MI
Doctorate of Philosophy in Counselor Supervision with Cognate in Educational Psychology
Date of Graduation: December 2002
1994.1996 202Wayne State University, Detroit, MI
Master of Arts Degree in Counseling with a specialization in Community and Agency
Date of Graduation: August 1996
1991-1993 University of Michigan, Dearborn, MI
Bachelor in General Studies with Areas of focus in Psychology, Sociology, and Political Science
Date of Graduation: August 1993
Teaching Experience
2003 to current
Baker College of Auburn Hills/ Baker College of Clinton Township/ Madonna University
Adjunct Professor
Educational Psychology
EDU 312- This course is designed to expose students to psychological theories of learning,
development, and motivation.
Theories of Counseling
PSY 241- Provide a foundation for understanding the field of counseling. This course covers the
qualities of effective counseling; basic concepts of the most influential theories of modern
counseling, considering strengths and weaknesses of each. It also examines legal, ethical and
cross-cultural issues.
Human Development I and II
PSY 332- Both of these courses are designed to acquaint students with the theories and research
in human development from conception to old age and death. Topic covered are language,
physical, intellectual, moral, cognitive, personality, and socio-emotional development, including
identity, delinquency, drug use, career, relationships, retirement, and health care.
Case Management I
HUS 221- This course exposes students to prevention and intervention strategies for less severe
cases in human services. The student will learn parenting skills, listening skills, planning,
assessment of community resources, and referral procedures, general crisis intervention, and
setting appropriate boundaries in his or her role as a case manager.
Human Relations
PSY101- This course is designed to expose students to explore the aspects of personality and
human interactions to both personal and professional growth. Topics include self-awareness,
motivation, goal-setting, values, problem-solving, communication skills, and stress management.
Human Service Resources
HUS 131- Acquaints students with available human service resources including those that are
governmentally based, private sector based, and community service affiliated. Particular
emphasis will be placed on client definition, needs assessment, eligibility requirements, and the
referral process.

2. Assessment, Recording, and Reporting
HUS 211- Teaches the students how to conduct a client assessment, including
interviewing and appropriate manual and computer-based recoding and reporting of
client records.
Crisis Intervention
HUS 231- Emphasizes the assessment of diverse crisis situations with emphasis on the use of
short-term intervention and problem-solving techniques to help individuals and families de-
escalate crisis situations and develop appropriate coping techniques.
Rochester College 2003 to 2006
Adjunct Professor
Intro to Psychotherapy & Counseling
PSY 3403- The course is designed to expose students to theories and techniques used in
counseling and psychotherapy.
Introduction to Career Development and Guidance
PSY 4403- This course is designed to expose students to research methods, test, theories,
counseling techniques, and cross-cultural/special population issues for career guidance.
Wayne State University, Detroit Michigan
August, 1999- Summer Semester
College of Education
Early Childhood Development
ELE 6060- Community Contacts: Working with Families in Urban Settings – The course is designed to
assist students to develop an understanding of the conceptual approaches in family study. Students will
develop and understanding of the diversity in American families in the 1990,s. Students will develop an
awareness of the resources available to families.
June, 1997 - Summer Semester
Graduate Teaching Assistant with Arnold Coven, Ph.D.
Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan
College of Education
CED 700- Intro to Group Work and CED 701- Group Counseling Participation
September, 1996 – May 1999
Wayne State University Masters of Guidance and Counseling Program
Director John J. Pietrofesa, Ed.D.
Co-Teaching as a Group Facilitator of Substance Abuse and Human Sexuality Workshops.
Employment Experience
Michigan Detox Specialist, Southfield, MI January 2013-current
Assess patients addicted to opiates and provide therapy that address any psychological and social issues
that led patient to current addiction.
Wayne State University, Center for Urban Studies, July 1997-2000
Parenting Educational Consultant- Provided technical assistance to community based organizations
within the framework of family support programming, planed and implemented Parent Facilitator
Training Workshops and presented parent education curricula to parenting groups. Provided counseling
session to court mandated clients in the area of substance abuse and family issues.
City of Detroit Department of Health May 1996-1998
Family Support Specialist- Conducted curriculum training sessions for community agencies and other
programs. Submitted program evaluation and monthly reports. Planed and implemented parenting
sessions at three Detroit Health Clinics in areas including Parenting Skills, Substance Abuse, Teen

3. Parenting, Sexual Responsibility, Conflict Resolution and Employability Skills. Conducted Counseling
sessions and disseminate information for other resources.
Wayne State University, Center for Urban Studies & Grace Ross Health
Clinic August 1995- May,1996Family Support Specialist- Provided parenting education sessions which
guided families in areas including: Behavior Management, Pregnancy/Infancy, Substance Abuse, Choices
and Consequences and School Success. Conducted individual and family counseling. Facilitated referrals
to community agencies. Developed session plans, Handouts, and informational flyers. Maintained
records, submitted evaluation and program reports, and supervised an assistant.
Center for Urban Studies & Emmanuel Community Center July 1994-August 1995Graduate
Research Assistant- Planed and facilitated parenting workshops in a culturally diverse community.
Drafted letters, flyers, and personally contacted parents to participate in workshops. Developed relevant
handouts and craft activities to conduct the parenting workshops. Assisted parents in guiding their
children to cope with their environmental needs. Counsel children with disciplinary and educational
problems and/or needs. Translated parenting information from English to Arabic and Chaldean.
Publications and Research
September 2001-2002 – Dissertation Research
“ The Effects of Supervisor Instructional and Trainee Learning Styles in Counselor Education”
Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan
September, 1998 – June 1999 - Research
Biological basis of eating disorders
Professional Paper: The biological basis of Eating Disorders
Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan
December, 1996 - August, 1996 - Thesis Research
Thesis: The Effects of Play Therapy on Sexually Abused Children
Submitted as Master's Degree Thesis
Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan
Speak both Arabic and Chaldean fluently