Instructor
Uzma Sharaf
Instructor: Psychological and Spiritual Well-being
About me
Uzma is a bilingual Instructor dedicated to fostering students' personal, professional, and spiritual development. As a certified Human Rights Consultant, she seamlessly integrates spiritual coaching, Islamic-integrated counseling, and positive psychology, utilizing a cutting-edge psychospiritual model of learning to empower individuals through education.
She is the visionary founder behind the Adult Spiritual Educational Program (ASEP), an innovative online learning initiative grounded in a pioneering psycho-spiritual model. Uzma, a trailblazer in spiritual psychology (Psychology with a Soul), skillfully navigates the convergence of psychology, science, and spirituality, elevating both psychological and spiritual well-being.
With a profound understanding of Islamic Science, Theology, Applied Sufi Psychology, Islamic Mystical tradition, and Islamic Eschatology, Uzma draws on her multicultural and linguistic expertise acquired during her years in Saudi Arabia, where she attained fluency in Arabic and Urdu.
Uzma's unwavering commitment to community service, interfaith work, and civic engagement dates back to 2000. She champions the promotion of religious diversity and unity within diversity.
Her dedication has earned her accolades, including a Community Service Award in 2015 and recognition for interfaith services by Zaman International Hope for Humanity in 2016.
As a certified Arabic Calligrapher and positive psychology specialist (PWB, SWB), Uzma has dedicated over a decade to teaching Arabic and empowering students from diverse backgrounds, including psychologists, social workers, educators, medical professionals, counselors, and teachers.
In 2019, Uzma collaborated with Indonesian delegates on a global leadership program, emphasizing interfaith dialogue and shared values. This collaboration underscored principles of democracy, human rights, pluralism, diversity, and the impact of women in Western society, all viewed through the lenses of Islamic and Judeo-Christian perspectives.
Uzma is also the accomplished author of "The Effect of Violence in a Society," delving into topics such as social psychology, discrimination, and anti-racism. Her fervor for positive change and transformation shines through her roles as an activist, educator, and mentor.
Embark on a transformative journey with Uzma, experiencing the integrated power of spiritual and positive psychology within Islamic studies—an approach that resonates deeply with clients seeking profound and lasting change.