Women To Watch 2025 honoree Dr. Regina Nadir

Dr. Nadir gravitated toward the field of social work because there is such a need to help families grow spiritually, emotionally, socially, and mentally. Dr. Nadir is challenged to assist others who may not be operating at their highest/fullest potential due to vicarious and complex trauma(s), life's nuances, and mental health challenges that hinder them. Dr. Nadir is an alumnus of Morgan State University obtaining a Bachelor’s in Psychology and her Master of Social Work from Howard University, and proudly uplifts the tenets of these illustrious institutions. She rounded off her academic career by receiving her Doctor of Social Work (DSW) from the University of Southern California.

Dr. Nadir has a well-rounded career working in Pre-K through Twelve academic environments, child welfare, adoption, outpatient mental health facilities, and group and private practice. She specializes in trauma-based treatment and uses evidence-based treatment modalities to address client needs. Dr. Nadir is a licensed clinical social worker in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia. She is a board-certified clinical social work supervisor in Maryland and Virginia, a trauma specialist, certified as a motivational interviewer, DEI certified from the University of Pennsylvania, certified as a Woman entrepreneur through ECornell University’s online platform, and a Culturally Responsive and Equitable Evaluator (CREE).

Dr. Nadir, a Go Grander award-winning clinician for her research and development of an online tool entitled Pieces to a Rose (P2R) that will increase positive relationships between staff and students. She is part of the Milestones Circles program at the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center and was named an honored listee in Marquis Who’s Who 2024. Dr. Nadir is humbled to help someone grow beyond what they thought they could imagine using her skill sets and forever being in a learning posture.