Dr. Anwar M. Ibrahim has been studying the human body, natural therapy techniques, and holistic methods for over a decade. He began his educational career with a BA in Psychology from the University of the Pacific in Stockton California. While attending (UOP) his psychology emphasis was in behavioral psychology. Doctor Ibrahim knew there was more to healing than just the mind and was not satisfied with psychology alone.
Anwar began studying natural medicine and developed the understanding of taking the Wholistic approach to viewing the body. Anwar’s passion for many years was cupping therapy. Cupping therapy gravitated him towards, the need to know the meridians on the body, understanding the acupuncture points, and learning Traditional Chinese Medicine. This interest in Eastern Medicine lead him to studying TCM under the guidance of Dr. Du for over 4 years. Dr. Ibrahim appreciated that the Chinese hold one of the first systems for caring for the body in a holistic way.
In America, Naturopathy holds a similar approach to helping the body with various imbalances and illnesses. Anwar became very interested in Naturopathy and began studying the naturopathic approach. Anwar completed his doctorate in Naturopathy and later became a nationally board certified Traditional Naturopath or Doctor of Natural Medicine.
Not all Naturopath’s and Holistic Health Practitioners are equal in education and training. Dr. Ibrahim is a seeker of knowledge, has studied many methods from multiple sources and schools, and has pushed to be a leader in his field. Anwar believes in being completely open with is educational background and is happy to share his: accomplishments, certifications, educational path, and associations, thus far. Doctor Anwar Ibrahim is dedicated to helping others improve their lives with naturopathy and holistic methods, will always continue to learn, and will actively do so, for the rest of his professional career.
*Below you will find most of Anwar M. Ibrahim’s educational background and associations*
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Psychology: Assistant Behavioral Therapist for Autistic Children
Therapeutic Pathways Year: 1998-2000
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Psychology: Counseling Schizophrenic Women/Stress Management Relaxation Techniques
U.O.P Practicum Year: 2000
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Psychology: ( BA) (Emphasis Behavioral Psy.)
University of the Pacific (U.O.P.)
Graduation Year: 2002
“Above and Beyond” Achievement Certificate Awarded
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Bodywork Cupping: (CCT) Certified Cupping Therapist; International Cupping Society (I.C.S.)
Instructor: Tamer Shabaan, MD Year: 2009
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Bodywork Cupping: (CCT) Certified Cupping Therapist; International Cupping Therapy Association (I.C.T.A.)
Instructor: Jesse MacLean ND, LMP, CCT, CST, CCE, CBI Year: 2011
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Reflexology: (CIR) Certified Integrative Reflexology; Foot, Hand, Ear:
American Academy of Reflexology Los Angeles, California Year: 2013
Instructors: Bill Flacco , Stephani Sabounchian, Dr. Lisa Chan
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Traditional Chinese Medicine: (Dipl. TCM) # MFS1101070784
China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Mebo Extension, Graduated Basic : Clinical Internship Needed
Instructor: Dr. Du Years: 2011-2015
Courses Included:
Basic Theories of TCM (course A) 220 hrs
Diagnosis of TCM (course B) 180 hrs
Basic Theories of Acupuncture & Moxibustion (course C) 230 hrs
Therapeutics of Acupuncture & Moxibustion (course D) 230 hrs
Herbology (course E) 260 hrs
Formulae of TCM (course F) 240 hrs
Therapeutics of Herbal Medicines (course G) 220 hrs
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Holistic Health: CNHP, Certified Natural Health Professional
Graduate #U9590618 Year: 2014
Instructors: Phillip Fritchey, MH, ND, CNHP, Dr. Stuart Hite, Elaine Newkirk, ND, LPN, LDHS, CNHP,CNC,MH, Marcus Shumway, ND, CNHP, Thomas Anstett, ND, MH, CNHP
Courses Included:
– Nutrition
– Advanced Body Systems
– Iridology
– Western Herbs
– Practicum
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Chinese Meditation: Qigong for psychotherapists Alliant International University (Fresno)
Instructor: Michael, Mayer PhD Year: 2013
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Holistic Health: Certified in Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM)
Allegra Learning Solutions LLC Year: 2013
Certificate Courses Included:
– Happiness and Health
– Probiotics
-Cultural Competence in Health Care
– Aroma Therapy
– Chakra System
– Herbs and Herbalism
– Animal Assisted Therapy
– Naturopathy
– Ethical and Legal issues in CAM
– Modern Nutritional Issues
– Yoga
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Certificate in Meditation:
Allegra Learning Solutions LLC Year: 2013
Certificate Courses Included:
– Meditation and Religious Traditions
– Meditation Types and Practice
– The Health Effects of Meditation
– Mindfulness Meditation
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Massage and Bodywork:
Institute for Integrative Healthcare (Year)
Certificate or CE courses taken:
– Cupping Therapy for Massage Therapists (2012)
– Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Massage (2012)
– Cancer and Massage (2012) – Applied Kinesiology (2013)
– Fibromyalgia (2013) – Ethics: Professional Conduct (2013)
– Ethics NCBTMB Standard V (2013)
– Ethics Law & documentation- Clinical Massage Therapy (2014)
– Qi Gong Chinese Energy Healing (2013)
– Integrating of Reflexology & the 5 Element Theory (2014)
– Advanced Anatomy and Physiology (2013)
– Aroma Therapy: Restoring Emotional Balance (2012)
– Developing a Wellness Center (2013)
– Essential Oils& Therapeutic Uses (2013)
– Trigger Point Therapy (2013)
– Clinical Massage Therapy (2014)
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Psychology:
American Psychological Association (APA) (Year)
– Behavioral Sleep Medicine – treatments for sleep disorders (2013)
Instructors: Daniel Taylor, PhD, CBSM, Wilfred Pigeon, PhD, CBSM, Valarie Crabtree, PhD, CBSM
– Treating Pain with Hypnosis (2012) Instructor: David Patterson, PhD, ABPP
– Treating Complex traumatic Stress Disorders (2012) Instructor: Christine Courtois, PhD
– Spiritual Practices in Psychotherapy (2012) Instructor: Thomas Payne, PhD
– Problem Solving Therapy for Depression (2012) Instructor: Dr. Arthur Nezu
– Brief Therapy (2012) Instructor: Michael Hoyt, PhD
– Motivational Interviewing (2012)
Instructor: Ali Hall, JD
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Behavioral Health CE
– Evaluation and Treatment of Chronic Pain (2012)
Instructor: William Deardorff, PhD, ABPP
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Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner: # 29673403
American Association of Drugless Practitioners (AADP) (2014)
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Naturopathy: (ND) (Doctor of Naturopathy)
Trinity College (2014-2015)
– The History and Overview of Naturopathy
– Medical Jurisprudence
– Orthomolecular Nutrition
– Reflexology
– Nutrition and Health
– Choices in Therapy
– Practical Iridology
– Herbal Materia Medica
– Homeopathy I
– Men’s Health
– Children’s Health
– Women’s Health
– Pregnancy Health
– Senior Health
– Kinesiology
– Anatomy and Physiology – Advanced
– Dry Blood Cell Analysis
– Acupressure Techniques
– Enzyme Health
– Chemistry of Man
– Bach Flower Therapy
– Positive Mental Health
– Diet and Nutrition
– Analyzing pH
– Dissertation
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Naturopahthy:
Board Certified Doctor of Natural Medicine (BCDNM) # 06654 year:10/1/15
American Naturopathic Medical Certification Board ANMCB
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Major Associations:
– American Naturopathic Medical Association
– American Naturopathic Medical Certification Board
– American Association of Integrative Medicine
– American Association of Drugless Practitioners
– Certified Natural Health Professionals
– American Holistic Health Association
– American Academy of Reflexology
– International Cupping Therapy Association
– International Cupping Therapy society
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