Senior Clinical Psychology Specialist at Naufar

I am an Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor working in a university setting. Graduated in the UK and have been working in the Middle East region for 7 years.

Mohammed Al-Haj Baddar is a well-being psychologist specializing in positive and educational psychology. He is the lead author of Well-being and Flourishing: Positive Psychology Interventions (PPIs) Practice Guide in Arabic—the first comprehensive guide on PPIs published in Arabic. Based in Jordan, Mohammed currently serves as a Senior Technical Specialist at the International Research & Exchanges Board (IREX). He previously held the role of Senior Technical Advisor at RTI International, where he was an active member of both the technical and well-being teams. He is also a member of the International Positive Psychology Association (IPPA) and the International Positive Education Network (IPEN). Mohammed earned his master’s degree in Educational Psychology from Al-Balqa' Applied University in 2013. Over the past decade, Mohammed has worked as an independent professional—full-time, part-time, and freelance—consistently integrating positive psychology (PP) principles into his practice. He has completed several training programs in PP and well-being delivered by leading scholars such as Martin Seligman and Barbara Fredrickson through world-renowned universities. Mohammed has designed and implemented numerous PP programs that enhance well-being and resilience among individuals and groups in educational, organizational, and clinical settings, primarily across Jordan. His research contributions include participation in a systematic review of PPIs in Arab countries. Above all, Mohammed remains deeply committed to advancing human flourishing and supporting the optimal functioning of individuals, groups, and communities.

I am an Assistant Professor of Psychology at King Abdulaziz University in Saudi Arabia. I contributed to the field of positive psychology through my rigorous cross-cultural research on well-being and resilience, including a pioneering systematic review examining the impact of positive psychology interventions (PPIs) on enhancing well-being and reducing mental health issues in Arab countries. I am also a co-author of the first comprehensive well-being and flourishing practice guide in Arabic, led by Mohammed Al-Haj Baddar.

Im a third year psychology student at University of Birmingham

Malicah Eissa Licensed Psychologist, Somatic EMDR Practitioner Malicah Eissa is a licensed psychologist that uses an individualized, collaborative approach to help clients build resilience and nurture a sense of systemic wellbeing. Drawing on a range of evidence-based and body-centered methods, she specializes in fostering the integration of mind and body towards personal growth. Her diverse therapeutic toolkit includes Somatic EMDR, Integrative Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), various sensory-based techniques and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction. This allows Malicah to tailor each session to the client’s unique needs, while fostering a safe and supportive therapeutic environment to honor each client's personal journey. Malicah is a member of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS), the Middle East and North Africa Trauma Alliance (MENATA), and the International Association of Applied Psychology (IAAP). Languages: English and Arabic Areas of Expertise: Somatic EMDR, Integrative CBT, Depression, Grief and Loss, Clinical Trauma, Traumatic Stress Studies Education: MSc in Psychology and Neuroscience, King’s College London Licensure: CDA

Clinical Psychotherapy Graduate, Mental Health First Aider, Mental Wellbeing Advocate

I am Nida Fayyaz, a Ph.D scholar from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. I am Residing in UAE, since 2007.

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and an MSc in Forensic Psychology. I currently work as a school counselor and also practice privately at Psycholife, where I provide counseling support to individuals. I am joining MEPA to connect with other professionals in the region and to further develop my knowledge and skills in psychology and counseling.

2 Masters degrees in clinical psychology University of Jordan 2007 Teachers college at Columbia University 2018 / Global mental health Director of SOS Amman Children Village