Meet Dr. Nancy Hakim-Dowek: An Experienced Existential Psychotherapist
Allow me to introduce you to Dr. Nancy Hakim-Dowek, a highly skilled and experienced existential psychotherapist based in London. With her extensive knowledge and expertise in the field, Dr. Hakim-Dowek is dedicated to helping individuals navigate through transitional situations and experiences that challenge their life choices.
Passion for Existential Themes
Dr. Nancy Hakim-Dowek's professional interests revolve around exploring existential themes that arise in various aspects of life. She is particularly drawn to working with individuals facing transitional situations, as these moments often force us to confront our deepest fears, desires, and uncertainties.
Working with Cancer Patients and Migrants
Dr. Hakim-Dowek's compassion and empathy extend to those facing challenging circumstances, such as cancer patients and migrants. Through her therapeutic approach, she provides support and guidance to individuals navigating the emotional and psychological impact of these experiences.
A Thriving Private Clinic
In addition to her work with cancer patients and migrants, Dr. Nancy Hakim-Dowek runs a successful private clinic. This thriving practice allows her to work with a diverse range of clients, each with their unique set of challenges and aspirations.
Course Leader at NSPC for the DProf Programme
Dr. Hakim-Dowek's expertise and dedication to the field of psychotherapy have led her to become the course leader at NSPC for the DProf Programme. In this role, she guides and mentors aspiring psychotherapists on their journey to becoming qualified professionals.
Lecturer and Doctoral Programmes
As a respected lecturer, Dr. Nancy Hakim-Dowek imparts her knowledge and experience to students enrolled in doctoral programs. Her engaging teaching style and profound insights help students deepen their understanding of existential psychotherapy and its practical applications.
Clinical and Research Supervision
Dr. Hakim-Dowek's commitment to the field goes beyond her clinical practice and teaching responsibilities. She also provides clinical and research supervision to professionals and students, ensuring that they receive the necessary guidance and support to excel in their respective fields.
Dr. Nancy Hakim-Dowek's contributions to the field of existential psychotherapy are invaluable. Through her work with cancer patients, migrants, and her thriving private clinic, she has touched the lives of numerous individuals, providing them with the tools and support needed to navigate life's challenges.
As a course leader, lecturer, and supervisor, Dr. Hakim-Dowek continues to inspire and educate the next generation of psychotherapists, empowering them to make a positive impact on the mental health and well-being of their clients.
After UCLA College of Letters where I obtained PhD is Philosophy, Psychology and Religion I got a teaching job at the University. I felt uneasy teaching. I applied for a job in the mental health field; I got many offers and within two years was running the mental health center where I worked, supervising psychologists and psychiatrists who have been in that field for many decades.
Eventually, I felt bored by the job (of been executive director...I was barely thirty two years old when I was the executive director of the largest mental health agency in the city where I lived) and quit and tried doing other things.
Nothing I tried worked out for me. So, I did other executive director jobs but eventually wound up quitting and returning to college teaching until I felt that teaching is too easy for me; I felt unchallenged being a college professor (I filled my time writing on assorted subjects that interested me).
Eventually, I realized that I have a destiny and fate. My normal routine is to read until I go to sleep (although there is a huge TV in the house, I seldom watch it) and get up around 5 AM, think for a while, and then go to my computer and type the thoughts that I just had in my sleep.