ALIGN & DEFY

Over the course of Nasir’s academic and professional career, he has obtained an undergraduate degree in Psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University, a Masters of Social Work from the prestigious Columbia University, training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy from the distinguished Albert Ellis Institute, and enriched by professional experiences at the United Nations, a Domestic Violence Shelter, a Mentorship program for inner-city youth, a Transitional Living Center and Drop-In Shelter for the homeless, as well as working internationally as a Counselor within academia.

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My Background

I received my undergraduate degree from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) in Psychology, and obtained my graduate degree, a Masters of Social Work (MSW), from Columbia University. Over the course of my academic and professional career, spanning over 15 years, I have gained a rich experience working at the United Nations, a Domestic Violence Shelter, a Mentorship program for inner-city youth, a Transitional Living Center and Drop-In Shelter for the homeless, as well as counseling within the education system.

Training in Evidenced Based Practices: Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Alternative Healing & Trauma Informed Practices
I believe that continued professional education and development is vital to affording those I serve with up-to-date care. The following is a partial list of professional courses, seminars and trainings I’ve attended:

  • 2019 Tru3 Yoga 200 HR Teacher Training [In Progress]
    Tru3 Yoga
  • 2019 Trauma-Conscious Yoga Method Teacher Training & Certification Program [In Progress]
    The Trauma Conscious Yoga Institute
  • 2019 Yoga for Social Justice: From Cultural Disembodiment to an Elevated Collective Consciousness [In Progress]
    The Trauma Conscious Yoga Institute
  • 2019 Staying Present: Mindfulness for Better Teaching and Learning [In Progress]
    Advancement Courses
  • 2019 Stretching Bodies & Minds: Using Yoga to Enhance Student Focus and Motivation [In Progress]
    Advancement Courses
  • 2019 Integrating Mindfulness into Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
    Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy
  • 2018 Integrating Mindfulness into Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
    Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy
  • 2018 SMART Recovery Certificate
    Self-Management and Recovery Training (SMART)
  • 2017 Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
    UMass Medical School Center for Mindfulness
  • 2017 REBT Training for Coaches
    Soor Center – Professional Therapy & Assessment
  • 2014 ASIST 11 Certificate- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
    Center for Suicide Prevention
  • 2014 Domestic Violence Specialist-I Certification
    National Anger Management Association (NAMA)
  • 2014 Anger Management Specialist-I Certification
    National Anger Management Association (NAMA)
  • 2013 Advanced Certificate Practicum in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) – Albert Ellis Institute (AEI)
  • 2013 Primary Certificate Practicum in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) – Albert Ellis Institute (AEI)
  • 2011 Depression and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
    Adler (TAPE) Continuing Educational Services
  • 2011 Anxiety and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
    Adler (TAPE) Continuing Educational Services
  • 2011 Introduction to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
    Adler (TAPE) Continuing Educational Services

Workshops

As a practitioner I often facilitate psychoeducational workshops that teach the science behind the “thinking-feeling connection.” During these workshops, participants gain insight into the thinking-feeling connection, learn how to improve their thoughts in order to improve their mental, emotional and physical health.
Previous Presentations

  • 2019 “Teacher Resiliency: From the Stress-Burnout Relationship to Thriving in & Outside the Classroom”
    Learning Opportunities for Teachers (LOFT) – Kuwait
  • 2019 “Teacher Resiliency: From the Stress-Burnout Relationship to Thriving in & Outside the Classroom”
    Professional Educators Around Kuwait (PEAK) – Kuwait – (AUS)
  • 2019 “Teacher Resiliency: From the Stress-Burnout Relationship to Thriving in & Outside the Classroom”
    TIES Center – Kuwait
  • 2018 “Teacher Resiliency: From the Stress-Burnout Relationship to Thriving in & Outside the Classroom”
    Learning Opportunities for Teachers (LOFT) – Kuwait
  • 2018 “Emotional Insights & Skills for Effective Leaders” (EEISL)
    Islamic Family & Social Services Association (IFSSA)
  • 2017 “Enhancing Teacher Performance Through Emotional Self-Care”
    Professional Educators Around Kuwait (PEAK) – Kuwait
  • 2017 “Enhancing Teacher Performance Through Emotional Self-Care”
    Learning Opportunities for Teachers (LOFT) – Kuwait
  • 2016 “Enhancing Teacher Performance Through Emotional Self-Care”
    Learning Opportunities for Teachers (LOFT) – Kuwait
  • 2014 “Essentials: The Essentials for Emotional Self-Care”
    Professional Educators Around Kuwait (PEAK) – Kuwait-(Ajial)
  • 2014 “Essentials: The Essentials for Emotional Self-Care”
    Learning Opportunities for Teachers (LOFT) – Kuwait
  • 2014 “Mind Over Mood: The Essentials for Emotional Self-Care”
    Tarjuma – Canada
  • 2014 “Mind Over Mood: The Essential for Emotional Self-Care”
    Convert Connect – Canada
  • 2014 “Mind Over Mood: The Essential for Emotional Self-Care”
    The Madina Institute – United States
  • 2014 “The Intersection of REBT and Pastoral Care”
    Tarjuma – Canada
  • 2014 “An Introduction to Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)”
    Tarjuma- Canada
  • 2013 “An Introduction to Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)”
    Learning Opportunities for Teachers (LOFT) – Kuwait
  • 2011 “Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and the Thinking-Feeling Connection”
    Learning Opportunities for Teachers (LOFT) – Kuwait

Note:-*If you or your group or organization would like to arrange a workshop then do not hesitate to contact me.

Note:-**These workshops are notgroup therapy sessions. I do not recommend my workshops, presentations or psycho-education sessions as a replacement for professional mental and emotional health treatment and/or individual therapy. If you are experiencing serious mental and emotional difficulties I advise you to contact a professional mental health practitioner.

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