Nedra Glover Tawwab

Nedra Glover Tawwab achieved New York Times Best Seller status in March 2021 with her debut book, Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself, published by Penguin Random House, which remained on the esteemed list for four consecutive weeks. A licensed therapist and relationship expert, Tawwab earned her master’s of social work degree from Wayne State University in 2007. Following her licensure as an LCSW, she established her therapy practice in Detroit before relocating to Charlotte, North Carolina in 2009. That same year, she founded Kaleidoscope Counseling, a thriving group therapy practice dedicated to guiding individuals in cultivating healthy relationships through the implementation of boundaries, a philosophy she champions as crucial for addressing most relationship issues.

Her impactful work consistently highlights the necessity of assertive communication, challenging the societal tendency to mislabel such honesty as rudeness. Tawwab emphasizes that expressing one’s needs, even when uncomfortable for others, is vital for personal freedom and fostering healthier interactions. Her contributions to the field of mental health and relationship guidance have garnered significant industry recognition, including her recent inclusion in Time’s 2024 list of influential people in health. As a leading voice in relationship psychology, Nedra Glover Tawwab continues to empower individuals worldwide to reclaim themselves through clear boundary setting.

Her innovative approach, blending professional therapy with accessible insights, makes her a sought-after expert for media engagements and speaking opportunities. Through her best-selling books and expansive digital presence, Tawwab remains at the forefront of promoting well-being and stronger, more authentic human connections.