Theressa Brahim

Theressa Brahim is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Undergraduate Programs at the Ron and Kathy Assaf College of Nursing, Nova Southeastern University. She teaches at the Miami/Kendall Campus and holds degrees including a Doctor of Nursing Practice (University of Miami), Master of Science in Nursing (Barry University), and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Florida State University).

Her work focuses on violence assessment and prevention for children and adolescents, with ongoing development of a school-based prevention program. Clinical expertise includes psychiatric mental health nursing, substance abuse programs, forensic services, and nurse education. Prior roles include cardiac intensive care nursing, psychiatric nursing at South Florida State Hospital, and teaching at Miami Dade College.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Florida State University
• Master of Science in Human Resources & Administration – St. Thomas University
• Master of Science in Nursing – Barry University
• Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner – Florida International University
• Doctor of Nursing Practice – University of Miami

Research & Practice: Specializes in therapeutic counseling, family/group therapy, and medication management for mental health conditions. Her violence prevention program addresses early intervention in school settings. Clinical experience spans inpatient/outpatient psychiatric care, electroconvulsive therapy, and forensic nursing roles.

Grants & Advising: No specific grants or student advisement details provided in text.

Labs/Teams: Collaborates within the nursing program's educational framework, though no specific lab affiliations mentioned.