Dr. Mohammad Faghanpour Ganji; a global figure in the development of schema therapy and founder of World Schema Therapy Day in Iran
Introduction
In recent years, Schema Therapy has become one of the most popular and effective psychotherapy methods in Iran. Among the prominent Iranian psychologists who have played a key role in this field, Dr. Mohammad Faghanpour Ganji is recognized as the official ambassador of the International Society for Schema Therapy (ISST) in Iran — a title that is not only a national honor, but also a point of connection between the Iranian psychological community and the largest global institution of schema therapy.
Who is Dr. Mohammad Faghanpour Ganji?
Dr. Faghanpour Ganji is a clinical psychologist, an official trainer and supervisor of the International Society for Schema Therapy (ISST), the founder of SchemaIran Institute, and the director of Schemamind Group. With years of teaching, writing, and translating in the field of Schema Therapy, he has become one of the leading international figures in the education and development of this approach in Iran.
Most important activities and achievements
– Received the official certificate of the International Society for Schema Therapy (ISST Ambassador) in Iran
– Officially held the World Schema Therapy Day for the first time in Iran
– Authored and translated several specialized books, including:
• The Narrative of an Integrated Self
• A collection of specialized books on NPD, BPD and trauma
– Founding the Iranian Society for Schema Therapy (ICST)
– Scientific cooperation and direct communication with international founders of schema therapy such as Jeffrey Young, Arnaud Arends, Christian Zens and other ISST members
World Schema Therapy Day in Iran
From the Fire of Crisis to the Flight of the Phoenix of Joy
World Schema Therapy Day is held every year on November 7th around the world, and in 1404, it was officially held for the first time in Iran, hosted by Dr. Faghanpour Ganji as ISST Ambassador.
Goals of this global event in Iran
– Introducing Iranian achievements in the field of schema therapy to the international community
– Creating scientific synergy between therapists, researchers, and students
– Holding specialized panels, unveiling new books, and scientific meetings with the presence of prominent international professors
– Developing a culture of dialogue, empathy, and happiness within the context of schema therapy
Why is this event important for Iran?
1. Iran is one of the largest active communities in the field of Schema Therapy in Asia.
2. More than a thousand Iranian therapists, students, and university professors have directly participated in ISST courses.
3. Holding this event is a historic opportunity for Iran to be recognized as one of the scientific hubs of Schema Therapy in the Middle East.
Dr. Mohammad Faghanpour Ganji’s global message on the occasion of World Schema Therapy Day
“Schema therapy is not just a method of treatment, but a bridge from the fire of crisis to the flight of the phoenix of joy. In Iran, we believe that from the heart of crises, meaning and growth are born; and this is the essence of schema therapy.”
International status and global cooperation
As an ISST Ambassador, Dr. Faghanpour Ganji plays an active role in building connections between the international community and Iranian psychologists. In collaboration with Christine Zens (Training Coordinator of ISST) and other faculty members, she has designed programs to develop formal international courses in Iran.
SchemaIran Institute; the official reference for schema therapy in Iran
SchemaIran Institute, which is run under the supervision of Dr. Faghanpour Ganji, is today known as the first official institution for the education and development of Schema Therapy in Iran and offers the following services:
– Specialized Schema Therapy training (basic to supervisory levels)
– Holding international workshops with the presence of ISST professors
– Translation, printing and publication of scientific resources
– Implementation of research projects and organizational plans based on Schema Therapy
Conclusion
With the presence of Dr. Mohammad Faghanpour Ganji as the official ambassador of the International Schema Therapy Association, Iran has taken a major step towards the globalization of the science of psychotherapy. Holding World Schema Therapy Day in Iran is not only an honor for the country’s psychological community, but also a sign of Iran’s scientific and cultural growth in the global arena.
Social network are empty! Please check your configurations.
