About Basel
I was born in Cairo, moved to the United States toward the end of middle school, and graduated from Rutgers University in 2026 with a B.A. in Psychology. I coach young adults who are building a life between two cultures, because that's how I've built mine.
Cairo · New Jersey
Born in Egypt, based in the US
Rutgers University, 2026
B.A. Psychology
English · العربية
Sessions in both languages
US · Egypt · Gulf
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My journey
- Cairo
Growing up surrounded by history
My early childhood was spent visiting Egypt's monuments and learning its long history. It gave me a deep respect for where people come from, and I bring that respect into every session.
- Age 5
On the swim team
I joined a swim team at five. Years of training taught me that progress comes from small, consistent steps, and that is how I help clients work toward their goals.
- Middle school
A new country
I moved to the United States toward the end of middle school: a new school and a new culture, with the same family expectations at home. I learned firsthand what it means to live between two cultures.
- College
Track, Taekwondo and Jiu-Jitsu
In college I was on the track team and trained in Taekwondo and Jiu-Jitsu. Sport taught me discipline and resilience, and showed me how much a good coach can change what you believe you can do.
- 2026
Rutgers graduate
I graduated from Rutgers University with a B.A. in Psychology, which grounds my coaching in how people think, feel and change.
Why I coach
Many young people I grew up with were quietly negotiating between two worlds: what their parents hoped for, and what they wanted for themselves. Most of them never had someone to talk it through with who understood both sides.
That's the gap I want to fill. I don't tell you which world to choose. I help you get clear on what matters to you, make decisions you can stand behind, and have the conversations you've been avoiding.
How I work
Practical
Each session ends with a next step you choose.
Respectful
Your values, faith and family are welcome in the conversation. You decide how much.
Honest about limits
If you need a licensed therapist, I'll tell you and help you find one.