Our Team

Hiba Bahsoun

Hiba Bahsoun General Manager, Director of Inclusion

Hi there, I’m Hiba! currently navigating the beautiful chaos of motherhood with my two little ones, Noah and Julia.  Aside from perfecting the art of balancing nap times and snack attacks, I’m a full time manager and a full time coffee- addict. With a Bachelors in Psychology, and a Masters in Early Childhood Special Education from Columbia University, I’ve spent the last 14 years working in the field of special education and clinical management, and I have made it my mission to create spaces where every child can shine.

Hala Mahrous

Hala Mahrous Early Intervention Program Director, Head of ABA

Hi there! I’m Hala, your friendly neighborhood ABA guru and momma bear. With over 18 years of experience, I’ve been on a mission to make learning fun and engaging for kids. After earning a Bachelor’s in Psychology from the UK and a Master’s in Special Education from the US, I started my journey in Kuwait, where I was one of the first to introduce ABA therapy and became the first bilingual BCBA.

Mohammed Faiz Ali

Mohammed Faiz Ali Head of Corporate Relations and Business Development

Mohammed Faiz Ali is Head of Corporate Relations and Business Development at Pulse Therapy and Learning Center. He holds an MBA from EHSAL Management School, Brussels and also holds professional marketing certifications from Google Digital Garage and American Marketing Association.

 

Blessing Donna Jacob

Blessing Donna Jacob Speech and Language Therapist

Hi, I’m Donna!! For the past 13 years, I’ve been passionately dedicated to making communication both fun and effective for my wonderful kiddos. I hold a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and am certified in the SCERTS model, Hanen, the Lidcombe Program for Early Stuttering, and Makaton – Foundation Stage. My interests include language and literacy intervention, speech sound disorders, gestalt language processing, and empowering parents and teachers to support their children’s communication styles and needs beyond the therapy room.

Jannzil Klein Carub

Jannzil Klein Carub Speech and Language Therapist

Hi there! I’m Jannzil (but everyone just calls me Ja) 😊 After completing my Bachelors Degree in Speech Pathology, I have been passionately helping kiddos find their "voice" for 5 years. My speechie special interests include language, apraxia, and literacy. I’ve also been trained in the PROMPT Technique Level 1!

 

Santiago Zamora

Santiago Zamora Occupational Therapist

Hey there! I’m Santi, your go-to guru for making everyday tasks feel like a walk in the park (or a dance in the rain, if you prefer). With a Bachelor’s in Occupational Therapy and 19 years of hands-on experience, as well as getting certified in sensory integration, I specialize in turning the ordinary into the extraordinary.

 

My mission? To help kiddos master life skills with a smile. Whether it’s making buttoning as thrilling as a treasure hunt or turning handwriting practice into a blockbuster movie scene, I’ve got it covered.

 

Abeer Moustafa

Abeer Moustafa ABA Therapist

Hello everyone! I'm Abeer. Well what can I say about myself- I’m quite a cheerful and happy person, and I enjoy a good laugh (who doesn’t’?). I love working with kids and creating a fun and engaging environment for learning and growth. With a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and 6 years of experience as a Registered Behavior Technician and Early Intervention Specialist, I am passionate about utilizing behavior analysis to promote positive change.

Afsana Cheruvangote

Afsana Cheruvangote ABA Therapist

Hello,

My name is Afsana , and I’m one of the ABA therapists at Pulse. I have been working as an RBT for over two years. I hold a master’s degree in social work and am currently pursuing a master’s degree in Special Education (ABA) from Arizona State University.

 

Ayesha Ahmed

Ayesha Ahmed ABA Therapist

Hi I’m Ayesha and I’m an ABA therapist. I’ve always loved the idea of working with children and I am deeply passionate about helping a child succeed and find their happiness. I graduated with a degree in Psychology and did my RBT training in 2017, and have been working in this field for the past 7 years. The most important thing to me is making a positive impact on the lives of the children and families we work with by providing a nurturing, empathic, creative and fun environment for our kiddos to thrive in!

 

Jill Fermilan

Jill Fermilan ABA Therapist

Ola! I’m Jill, a registered behavior therapist with a Bachelor’s in Psychology. Over the past 9 years,  I’ve dedicated myself to helping children enhance their communication and social skills, empowering them to reach their full potential. My areas of expertise include early intervention and play therapy. Currently, I’m pursuing a Master of Arts in Education with Early Childhood and Special Education.

Khaled Mousa

Khaled Mousa ABA Therapist

Hey everyone, it's Khaled, the Balloon Guy (yes, I love making balloons of all shapes and characters for the kids)!

I'm a Registered Behavior Technician who has been making magic happen with kids for the past 6 years. My background in accounting might surprise you, but my true passion is working with children and helping them discover their own unique skills. There's nothing more amazing than seeing a child's face light up with a smile – it's pure magic! ✨.

Melani Jimenez

Melani Jimenez ABA Therapist

Hello, I’m Mel! I’m a Behavioral Therapist with over 8 years of experience, and I absolutely love what I do! I specialize in applying evidence-based behavioral therapy techniques, the famous ABA techniques, to support children with diverse needs. I am passionate about working with kids and being part of their milestones and development. I have become an expert in decoding the mysteries of childhood behavior; whether it’s outsmarting a three-year-old’s tantrum or figuring out why crayons taste so appealing.

Nikitha Ann Alexander

Nikitha Ann Alexander ABA Therapist

Hi there! I'm Nikitha( but everyone knows me as Nikki).

I've always had a passion for working with children of determination, so, after completing my Master's in Social Work, I did my RBT in 2018. Ever since then, I have been graciously let into a world that is so much more colorful and brighter!

I am strong believer of "learning through play" and that's exactly what we do on a daily basis.

Zenab Habibullah

Zenab Habibullah ABA Therapist

Hello! My name's Zenab and I'm passionate about children and all things ABA 😊

After Graduating with a B.A in Psychology in the year 2020; I went on to pursue a career in the field of ABA and attained both my Registered Behavior Technician License as well as my International Behavior Therapist license shortly after.

Samar Lameh

Samar Lameh Inclusion Teacher

Hi, I’m Samar, and I’ve been a special education teacher for 12 years. I absolutely love what I do — helping my students thrive and creating inclusive learning environments is my passion. When I’m not teaching, you’ll probably find me doing Pilates, rescuing all sorts of animals, or planning a party—because, honestly, I believe everything deserves a celebration, and who doesn’t love a good decoration set up?

Francisca Cendreda

Francisca Cendreda Lead Class Assistant

Hello, My name is Francisca but everyone calls me Francis at work. I have been part of the Inclusion Program for nearly 12 years now. I have a deep passion for working with children with special needs, and this has motivated me to pursue additional training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Becoming a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) has greatly enhanced my understanding of the behavioral, social, and educational skills our students need. Working with students of determination can be challenging sometimes, but I absolutely love it! It is exceptionally rewarding and fulfilling to witness our kids’ success.

 

Liezel Marzan

Liezel Marzan Class Assistant

Hello there! I'm Liezel. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. For the past 10 years, I have been working with students of determination, and I absolutely love it! I have been working in the inclusion program, where I provide one to one sessions, and small group instruction sessions. I support children with their behavioral, social, and cognitive development, and I work on improving their overall education skill set.  I've also been trained in ABA and hence I use behavioral principles and strategies in my approach with the kids.

 

Mahroo Maqsood

Mahroo Maqsood Class Assistant

Cheryll Garay

Cheryll Garay Class Assistant

Rina Matados

Rina Matados Class Assistant

Cynthia Centino

Cynthia Centino HR and Administration Coordinator

Hello there! I'm Cynthia. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy, but I decided to take a different path and work in administration. I mainly work behind the scenes - organizing company documents, maintaining personnel records, managing finances, supporting the staff and the management; and always making sure office operations run smoothly. I have been at Pulse doing admin work since the start; at this point I can’t believe how many years I’ve been working at Pulse for. 

 

Manolo Sumilang Jr.

Manolo Sumilang Jr. Accounts and Insurance Officer

Mr. Manolo Sumilang Jr. is Accounts and Insurance Coordinator at Pulse Therapy and Learning Center. Mr. Manolo has over 10 years of experience in Dubai working in the billing and insurance departments in healthcare firms

Bella Redondo

Bella Redondo Receptionist/Scheduler

Hello there! I'm Bella.  I am the first person you greet when you enter Pulse; I’m right there waiting for all the lovely kids and families to walk in, and start their wonderful journey with us. I have been working as a Receptionist and Scheduler at Pulse for more than 5 years; however, I've been a scheduler for more than 10 years now!

Jo-Ann Manuel

Jo-Ann Manuel Office Support

Hi there! I’m Jo-Ann, the clinic support staff. At Pulse Center, I assist therapists in their sessions, ensuring that every child receives personalized and attentive care.

 

When I'm not working, I love cooking delicious meals that bring joy to my family and friends, spending quality time with my pets, nurturing my plants, and singing along to my favorite tunes.

 

Florencia Espinosa

Florencia Espinosa Office Support

Hi there! I’m Espi, and I am one of the support staff at Pulse Center, where I assist therapists in their sessions. I have an undergraduate degree in Computer Science , but my passion for helping children has led me to this fulfilling path. I’m artistic and love to cook, listen to music.

 

Ma. Angelita Sayaman

Ma. Angelita Sayaman Office Support

Hi there! I’m Ghelie, and I am one of the support staff at Pulse Center, assisting therapists in their sessions. I have an undergraduate degree in Computer Programming, but my passion for helping children has led me here.

 

I’m artistic, I love to cook, and I enjoy listening to and singing along to my favorite tunes. Combining creativity and care, I strive to create a supportive and enriching environment for all the children we work with. I’m excited to witness your children's growth and achievements! 🌈✨