Ms. Meriame Benziane

Ms. Meriame Benziane is a licensed and highly experienced Speech and Language Therapist, now practicing at KidsHeart Medical Center, Abu Dhabi. With over five years of clinical expertise—two years in the UAE and three years in Algeria—she specializes in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating speech, language, and communication disorders in both children and adults. Meriame is passionate about delivering evidence-based, personalized care that supports each patient’s unique needs and goals.

Her multilingual fluency in Arabic, French, and English allows her to effectively connect with diverse families, making her a trusted choice for therapy in the UAE.

Clinical Expertise

  • Speech & language assessments for all age groups
  • Therapy for speech delays, articulation, fluency, and voice disorders
  • Early intervention for autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, and learning disabilities
  • Cognitive communication and neurogenic disorders
  • Parent and caregiver training for home-based support
  • Culturally sensitive and multilingual therapy sessions

Professional Experience

Speech and Language Therapist
Sanad Village, DubaiOct 2024 – Present

  • Conducted comprehensive assessments and created individualized treatment plans
  • Specialized in ASD and intellectual disabilities
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care

Speech and Language Therapist
Iqraa Center of Hearing & Speech, DubaiOct 2023 – Oct 2024

  • Diagnosed speech, language, and fluency disorders
  • Designed culturally sensitive interventions and group therapy sessions
  • Enhanced clinic operations through improved documentation and reporting

Speech and Language Therapist
Holum Hayat Clinic of Speech, DubaiMar 2021 – Aug 2023

  • Provided therapy for children with ASD, ADHD, DSL, and learning difficulties
  • Worked closely with families and schools to support speech development

Speech and Language Therapist
Shiam Al Islam NurseryMar 2020 – Mar 2021

  • Delivered speech therapy for early childhood disorders
  • Monitored progress and supported caregivers with discharge planning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Speech and Language Pathology
Lamin Debaghi University – Setif 2, Algeria
September 2017 – June 2020

Certifications

  • DHA Licensed Speech Language Pathologist
  • MOH Licensed Speech Language Pathologist
  • Algerian Licensed Speech & Language Pathologist

Why Choose Meriame at KidsHeart?

Meriame combines clinical expertise with compassion to help children and adults overcome speech and communication challenges. Her approach is rooted in empathy, cultural understanding, and a commitment to achieving measurable progress through customized therapy.