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.
About
Male
1984-08-16
Contact Detail
Jordan
Amman
Education
1)
Master’s Degree
Edu Psychology
Al-Balqa’ Applied University
2010 – 2013
Jordan
Jobs
1)
International Research & Exchanges Board (IREX)
Senior Technical Specialist
Oct 2024 – Present
Jordan
2)
Faculty of Educational Sciences – Hashemite University
Well-being Education Consultant
Scholastic year 2023 – 2024
Jordan
3)
Scholarship Services Center – Saudi Ministry of Education
Academic Counseling Consultant
Aug 2024
KSA
4)
Research Triangle Institute (RTI International)
Senior Technical Advisor
Feb 2019 – Jun 2023
Jordan
5)
Jannati Clinics
Positive Psychology Practitioner
Mar 2017 – Jan 2019
Jordan
6)
Emirates Center for Happiness Research – United Arab Emirates University
Positive Psychology Trainer
Jan 2019
UAE
7)
Management Systems International (MSI)
Research Quality Control Officer
Apr – May 2017; Apr – May 2018
Jordan
8)
King Abdullah Institute for Research & Consulting – King Saud University
Education Researcher
Nov 2017 – Feb 2018
KSA
9)
CARE International
Psychosocial Support Consultant
Aug 2016 – Nov 2017
Jordan
10)
Queen Rania Teacher Academy (QRTA)
Educational Leadership Trainer
Feb – May 2016
Jordan
11)
Princess Alia Foundation
Education Consultant
Feb 2016
Jordan
12)
ChangeAgent for Arab Development and Education Reform (CADER)
Master Trainer & Content Developer
Oct 2012 – Dec 2015
Jordan
Research
1)
Co-author, Well-being and Happy Schools | UNESCO | Working Paper | Arab Region
Happy Schools, Well-being, Happiness in/ for Learning, People, Supportive and Collaborative Relationships, Physical and Socio-emotional Well-being, Positive Attitudes and Attributes, Process, Balanced Curricula, Joyful and Engaging Pedagogies, Holistic and Flexible Assessments, Place, Safe, Healthy, Accessible and Sustainable Infrastructure, Functional and Inclusive Spatial Designs, Community Hubs, Principles, Trust, Inclusion, Empowerment
2)
Co-author, The Effects of Positive Psychology Interventions in Arab Countries: A Systematic Review | University College Cork | Group of publications | Arab Region
Arab countries, mental health, positive psychology interventions, systematic review, well-being
3)
Co-author, Positive Psychotherapy: Clinical and Cross-cultural Applications of Positive Psychology | Positive Psychology in the Middle East/North Africa | Arab Region
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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. 