Founder Message


Our unique model for delivering behavioral, educational and inclusion support services will meet the requirements of children and young adults with specific learning difficulties. Including Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as well as cognitive disorders and other developmental delays and learning difficulties that may be affecting their academic performance, and inclusion into society.

Company foundation year 2008
Companies Owned 3
Franchise launch year 2022
Branches 2

Maharat Moments

Years of experience

Children Diagnosed

Children on Remedial Therapy

Therapy Hours

Supervision Hours

Children on Inclusion in Mainstream Schools

Schools in Collaboration

Professionals

Leadership

We have a dedicated multi-cultural team of professionals who are experts in child development and the support of families & educators.

Nicola O'Reilly

Occupational Therapist & Clinical Director M.Sc B.Sc

Our Medical Director, Ms. Nicola O’Reilly is a licensed Occupational Therapy Specialist with over 10 years work experience across Ireland, the UK, and the UAE. Ms. Nicola holds a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy and a Master’s Degree in Psychology. Ms. Nicola is registered with HCPC in the UK and is a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT).

Christine Der Sarkissian

Behavioural Supervisor M.S.

Our Behavioural Supervisor Ms. Christine Sarkissian, former president of the Association for Behavior Analysis (Lebanon), obtained a Master’s in Psychology – Applied Behavior Analysis from Capella University. She is the Co-Founder of Karim-Early Behavioral Intervention Specialized, trainer of the Autism Technician Development Program (Jordan), and consulting supervisor at Maharat Arabia (Riyadh).

Reham Ghazi Meer

Clinical Psychologist

A licensed senior psychologist from the the Saudi commission for health specialities with a master’s degree in mental health counseling from Nova Southeastern University in the USA. Experienced clinical mental health therapist with a demonstrated history of working in the mental health care industry. Skilled in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychotherapy, case management, mental health, and autism therapy. Experience in applying assessments and mental health evaluations.

Speech Therapist

The Speech Therapist team is highly educated, aligned and committed to create a culture of excellence in management and quality care.

Ghada Mrabet

Educational M.Sc B.Sc.

Our Senior Speech Therapist, Ms. Ghada Mrabet has a vast experience of 11 years dealing with a variety of speech and language conditions. Including but not limited to - Expressive/Receptive Language, Articulation, Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity, Intellectual disabilities. Ms. Ghada has a Bachelor’s in Communication Sciences and Disorders, and is experienced in preschool speech & language and phonological disorders, and issues with developmental delays.

Roqiya Karroute

Educational M.Sc B.Sc.

Our Speech Therapist, Ms. Roqiya Karroute, completed her Master's in Speech and Language Pathology, and has expertise diagnosing and dealing with conditions including receptive/expressive language disorder, aural rehabilitation, articulation, phonological processing, oral-motor functioning, swallowing, voice, fluency, pragmatic language, etc. She is also proficient in working with pre-school and school-aged children with learning disabilities like dyslexia, dyscalculia and dysgraphia.


BRAND PURPOSE

and PROMISE

Our Vision

Our Vision is to become the leading technology-driven Educational Institute that empowers and enables individuals with variable degrees of learning difficulties, cognitive challenges and other developmental delays

Our Mission

Our Mission is to provide an enabling environment for individuals facing various challenges and support them with the necessary life skills, academics, technology skills, vocational training, job placement and coaching for successful inclusion.

Our Mission is achieved through the continuous learning and development of professionals using best-researched teaching methods and technology tools for learning and communication.

Our Values

At MLC we pride ourselves on our values and we continuously strive to live by them as best as we can. These values guide the way we operate and conduct ourselves with our team members, our client and the community at large. Our values are:

  • Passion – is at the heart of what we do. We inspire others with our thirst for excellence.
  • Integrity – We are honest, open, ethical, and fair. We always do the right thing.
  • Ownership – We deliver our very best in all we do, we hold ourselves accountable for results.
  • Respect – We treat people with courtesy and connect with dignity and respect.
  • Humility – We are caring, kind and humble; we live with gratitude.
  • Diversity & Inclusion – We appreciate and acknowledge our differences. We take pride in and celebrate diversity. We help to create a culture of warmth and belonging, where everyone is welcome.
  • Collaboration – We are one team and one family. We work together for the common good.
  • Innovation – We are continuously moving forward, innovating, and improving. We are tenacious.
  • Contribution – We contribute positively to our communities and our environment.
  • Above & Beyond – We deliver what we promise and exceed expectations.

Our Promise

  • Practicing an integrated model using technology for learning, promoting life skills for living and academic tutoring for success.
  • Complete confidentiality, and to create a safe and protective environment for learning.
  • Integrity, honesty and professionalism, respecting culture, traditions, family and community.
  • A Multi-disciplinary personalized approach and individualized programs tailored to each and every individual’s needs.
  • To provide advocacy for those we serve; at the individual, family or community level.
  • To increase independence, adaptive skills and overall functioning.
  • To create a dynamic and smart environment through engaged and highly trained professionals.
  • If you follow the recommended strategies, hours and techniques set by your team, the goals shall be achieved.
  • To help individuals reach their full potential by promoting functional and meaningful skills.