Our Vision
Our Mission
Celine Abi Rached
Celine Abi Rached is a clinical psychotherapist and mental health practitioner with over 15 years of experience working across Lebanon in both clinical and humanitarian settings.
She has provided psychological support to individuals, families, couples, and vulnerable populations through her work with international organizations such as Médecins Sans Frontières, International Medical Corps, Intersos, and Amel Association. Her field experience includes work in high-risk and crisis-affected areas, including the Bekaa and South Lebanon, where she supported communities facing displacement, trauma, and chronic stress.
Throughout her career, she has worked extensively with vulnerable populations, including refugees, unregistered individuals, persons with disabilities, survivors of gender-based violence (GBV), children in conflict with the law (CP), as well as street and working children.
Celine brings a multidisciplinary approach to mental health, integrating cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), systemic therapy, interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT), and trauma-informed care. She has also been trained in music therapy and innovative psychosocial interventions, allowing her to adapt her methods to diverse populations and contexts.
In 2023, she founded the Lebanese Association for Mental Health Awareness (Mind Mend), with a vision to expand access to mental health support, raise awareness, and respond to the growing psychological needs in Lebanon—particularly among vulnerable groups and first responders.
Her work is grounded in empathy, strong field experience, and a deep commitment to making mental health support accessible, relevant, and impactful in times of crisis.
Elias Dagher
Elias Dagher is a business development and partnerships lead at Mind Mend, bringing extensive experience in investment, operations, and strategic growth. He is the founder of The DAG Group, an integrated platform delivering solutions across real estate brokerage, investment advisory, contracting, and business development, working with investors, institutions, and property owners on structured, value-driven transactions.
Alongside his work in real estate and digital infrastructure through Domzer.com, Elias is actively engaged in driving social impact initiatives.
At Mind Mend, he supports the organization’s strategic partnerships, growth, and sustainability, helping bridge operational needs with long-term opportunities for impact.
Leah Choueiry
Leah Choueiry is a Marketing and Communications Expert with over 12 years of experience leading brand strategy, digital transformation, and impact-driven communication across regional and international organizations. At Mind Mend, she leads the organization’s communications and digital presence, helping bring mental health conversations to the forefront in a way that is accessible, human, and culturally relevant.
Her background spans agency and client-side roles, where she has led large-scale campaigns, managed multidisciplinary teams, and supported organizations in building strong, purpose-driven brands. Leah is particularly passionate about using communication as a force for good—amplifying voices, breaking stigma, and contributing to meaningful social change.
Nour Kabalane
Clinical psychologist experienced in working with children, children with disabilities, adolescents, and adults across clinical and community settings. She holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from the Lebanese University and is licensed by the Ministry of Public Health. Her practice integrates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and psychodynamic approaches, allowing her to adapt support to different needs and contexts.
Through her work with Mind Mend, Nour has contributed to providing psychological first aid and psychosocial support to displaced families, as well as facilitating group sessions for adolescents and children focused on emotional expression and well-being. Fluent in Arabic, French, and English, Nour is committed to delivering accessible and inclusive mental health support adapted to different age groups and backgrounds.
Henriette Chidiac
Henriette Chidiac is a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) specialist with extensive experience across humanitarian and organizational settings, supporting inclusive workforce strategies and equitable access to services.
She has worked with international organizations including the World Food Programme, where she led initiatives on inclusive culture, workforce diversity, and accessibility across multiple country offices. Her work focuses on integrating gender, disability, and protection considerations into policies, programs, and organizational practices.
At Mind Mend, Henriette supports the integration of inclusion and accountability approaches, ensuring that services are accessible, responsive, and adapted to the needs of diverse populations, including persons with disabilities and other at-risk groups.
Manal Dagher
Manal Dagher is an administrative and finance professional with over 20 years of experience in accounting, operations, and human resources administration.
She has extensive expertise in managing full accounting cycles, financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance, as well as overseeing administrative processes and organizational workflows. Throughout her career, she has supported efficient operations, payroll processes, and internal systems, ensuring accuracy and accountability.
At Mind Mend, Manal supports the organization’s financial management and administrative functions, contributing to structured, transparent, and effective operations.
Feedback and Complaints Mechanism
Mind Mend provides accessible channels for individuals and partners to:
– Ask questions
– Share feedback on services
– Raise concerns or complaints
Feedback can be shared through:
Email: [email protected]
Phone / WhatsApp: +961 3 223 666
All feedback is treated confidentially and reviewed in a timely manner. When appropriate, actions are taken to improve services and address concerns.
For Private Sector Partners
Mind Mend extends its accountability approach to private sector engagements.
Organizations and employees can:
– Share feedback on workplace mental health programs
– Raise concerns confidentially
– Contribute to improving the relevance and effectiveness of interventions
This ensures that services are not only delivered, but continuously adapted to meet the needs of employees and organizational contexts.