At DAR Labs we specialize in developing transformative projects in childhood development, education, leadership, mental health, wellness, and social engagement. Our initiatives are designed to bridge the gap between modernity and tradition, leveraging cutting-edge advancements while honoring age-old principles of human development. We are committed to fostering a world where innovation and tradition coexist harmoniously, enriching lives and nurturing the soul.
Our team’s varied experience and specialized skill sets enable us to provide not only innovative content but also effective delivery.
Dr. Abdallah Rothman is the founder and CEO of DAR. He holds an MA and a PhD in Psychology and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Board Certified Registered Art Therapist (ATR-BC). Dr. Abdallah’s clinical practice as well as his academic research focus on approaching development and wellbeing from within an Islamic paradigm and establishing an indigenous theoretical orientation to human psychology that is grounded in the knowledge of the soul from the Islamic tradition. He publishes on this topic in books and journal articles and gives presentations, leads interactive workshops, and is invited to public speaking engagements at universities and organizations around the world.
Dr. Abdallah is the Clinical Director of Dar al-Shifaa, Head of Islamic Psychology at Cambridge Muslim College, and Executive Director of the International Association of Islamic Psychology which he co-founded with his mentor, the late Professor Malik Badri. He has held Visiting Professor of Psychology roles at George Washington University Washington DC, Zaim University Istanbul, International Islamic University Islamabad, and Al-Neelain University Khartoum. In addition to his academic training has studied privately with a number of traditional Islamic scholars throughout the Muslim world. He applies his academic training and research in the capacity of a consultant to organizations wishing to leverage the deep insights into human nature from traditional wisdom and has a unique and innovative approach to translating timeless wisdom into contemporary practical applications.
Explore Dr. Rothman’s work on his personal website www.abdallahrothman.com
Wajid Hussain holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance from George Mason University and is a Certified Project Management Professional (PMP). These credentials anchor his deep understanding of strategic financial planning and project management. He is also a skilled consultant in strategy and risk management, providing expert guidance on market entry strategies, growth initiatives, and operational efficiencies. His financial acumen is particularly recognized for enhancing business processes and reducing costs, positioning him as a sought-after strategist within the business community.
Wajid is an accomplished entrepreneur renowned for his strategic insight in both technology and business development. As a co-founder of multiple ventures, he has a distinguished track record that includes the successful launch and subsequent sale of a technology consulting firm that delivered solutions to the public sector and achieved revenues in excess of $45 million at the time of its sale. Wajid has pioneered a platform that specializes in tokenizing digital assets, further solidifying his status as an innovative leader.