Dr.Elzahraa Hassane

Dr. Elzahraa Hassane – Educator, Researcher, and Founder of Sakeena Academy 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 Academy, 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.