Faith Meets Healing

Dr. Elzahraa Hassane – Educator, Researcher, and Founder of Sakeena Institute Elzahraa Hassane is pursuing a PhD in Neuroscience, Psychology and Behaviour Research at the University of Leicester, focusing on the relationship between emotional well-being, spirituality, and cognitive resilience. She holds a Master’s degree in Islamic Studies from Middlesex University, United Kingdom, a Master’s in TESOL and Education from the University of Exeter, United Kingdom, and an MA in Applied Linguistics (English–Arabic Comparative Studies) from Tanta University, Egypt. She is also a Certified Mental Health Consultant with advanced training in psychology and emotional support. As the Founder and Director of Sakeena Institute, an international online learning platform dedicated to psychology-based personal development and holistic education, Elzahraa has designed and delivered programs that integrate psychology, neuroscience, and values-based learning to promote emotional resilience and inner balance. Through this work, she has mentored thousands of students worldwide, combining academic depth with a compassionate, human-centered approach to education. Beyond academia, Elzahraa is also a motivational speaker and content creator (@elzahraahassane), known for her ability to communicate psychological and spiritual insights to a global audience of over half a million followers. Her public engagement has strengthened her commitment to making psychological knowledge accessible and culturally relevant, bridging the gap between science and the lived human experience. Elzahraa’s diverse academic background and cross-disciplinary career have shaped her research vision: to contribute to an inclusive psychology that honors both empirical science and the deeper dimensions of human consciousness and well-being.

An experienced Arabic language educator and Islamic scholar with a robust academic background and over a decade of teaching experience. He holds a PHD and Master’s degree in Hadith from the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI), where he has currently completed his PhD . His qualifications include a Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Ethics and Teaching Methodology, and he has achieved certificates in Arabic language and Imam training. Ubaid has served as an Imam and Khatib at Al-Furqan Masjid in Islamabad since 2013 and has been a lecturer at Riphah International University and Bahria University, Islamabad. He is proficient in Arabic, English, and Urdu, offering translation services and online Quran and Arabic language teaching. His diverse experience and academic credentials make him a valuable resource for students seeking to deepen their understanding of Arabic and Islamic studies

An expert Clinical Psychologist with extensive clinical and research experience in the field of psychology. She holds a Master’s degree from the prestigious Centre for Clinical Psychology at the University of the Punjab, where she also completed her clinical training at leading hospitals in Lahore. Her dedication to advancing the field is reflected in her authorship of over 15 publications in both national and international journals. Beyond research, she has taught psychology at esteemed institutions such as the Fazaia College of Education for Women, the University of Lahore, and the University of Health Sciences.