Join us for a life-changing 90-minute virtual experience as we explore the intricate dynamics between spirituality and same-sex relationships. It aims to uncover how spirituality intersects with the unique experiences of same-sex couples, influencing their personal growth, relationship development, and mutual understanding. Our facilitator, Hakim Asadi will guide you and your partner through interactive sessions, discussions, and reflective practices.

Hakim Asadi, LMSW

Counselor. Social Worker. Speaker. Educator. Spiritualist.

For nearly 10 years, Hakim has been an advocate for mental and emotional wellness. ‘His efforts have evolved to include a social justice lens as well spiritual perspective. Hakim Asadi is the founder of Beyond Living, A space where we release fear to reconnect to self and remember our worth. Hakim received his Master of Social Work degree from the University at Albany. His experience as an LMSW includes working with individuals living and coping with HIV/AIDS, mental health, and substance use. Hakim is licensed in New York State and is a certified Mental Health First Aid Trainer, Bridges Out of Poverty Trainer, and Life Coach. He was also an integral part of The New York Model for Batterer’s Program in Albany NY, and Schenectady NY which addresses the issue of Intimate Partner Relationship Violence.

He is the recipient of the 2018 In Our Own Voices LGBT POC Health and Human Service Award and serves as a board member on the Board of Directors with Hometown Health, a Federally Qualified Health Center in Schenectady, NY. Hakim is also a 2019 alumnus of the New Leaders Council Fellowship and served as an adjunct professor of Social Work at Siena College. He leverages his experience as a social worker, and man of color, to teach classes and facilitate workshops for folks to lead with an open mind and an open heart. Hakim enjoys hanging out with friends and family, engaging in intellectual conversation, and holding space for anyone in need.

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