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.

Licensed Clinical Psychologist | EAP Clinical Supervisor | Crisis Management Expert Mohamed Lamaa is a licensed clinical psychologist and psychotherapist with 15 years of experience in providing mental health support to employee assistance programs (EAP), crisis management, and trauma-informed care. As a Clinical Supervisor and a Regional coordinator for the MENA region with Corporate Counseling Services (CCS), Mohamed supports the quality of service in solution-focused counseling, critical incident stress management, and the provision of training to global organizations and companies, ensuring high professional standards and team support worldwide. Mohamed Lamaa is also involved in the humanitarian aid work, his international experience includes serving with the United Nations Population Fund as a regional staff counsellor, and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) as a psychosocial support officer and crisis management expert, where they supported vulnerable populations, led multiple mental health operations during crisis, and delivered psychosocial training for humanitarian workers. Fluent in Arabic and English, Mohamed Lamaa specializes in culturally sensitive care, trauma response, and resilience-building, offering tailored psychological services to individuals and organizations across diverse settings.

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