Course graphic of book cover

Healing and Leading

Join a self-guided study class


5 Essential Principles identifies the conditions, political posture and psychological disposition necessary for Black men to heal and raise healthy Black boys. However, it takes time and reflection to integrate the learning on a personal and professional level. This class encourages self work and invites contributions to the next generation of healing resources.

What's the focus? > course value statements

Enroll now...or scroll down for more info

5% discount for completing brief pre- and post-surveys. Coupon Code will be delivered when you submit.

Set-up requirements... Course materials provided in various formats.
  • Fully accessible through Google Drive, with self-grading quizzes.
  • Other options: course documents, slides and sheets are also provided as Microsoft Office downloads. The Google quizzes are also provided as pdfs with keys.
  • The pre- and post-surveys require a Google login.
To read ahead...Get the required text on Amazon
> Paperback or > Kindle

Welcome from Dr. Kas

Where did the 5EP come from?

Picture of Dr. Kasim Abdur Razzaq, holding microphone

Author & Instructor

Dr. Kasim Abdur Razzaq

Dr. Kasim Abdur Razzaq is the CEO and lead consultant of Abdur Razzaq Counseling & Social Architecture, PA - a culturally responsive mental health clinic. He is a proud native of the historic Rondo Neighborhood of St. Paul, Minnesota. Dr. Kas is accomplished in research, psychotherapy, workshop facilitation, executive coaching, service delivery and public speaking. He trains clinicians, organizations and communities on Afrikan-centered approaches to modern day psychology. Dr. Kas is an innovative thought leader on Black wellness, and holds both a Masters of Social Work and Research Doctorate in Counseling Psychology from St. Thomas University. He is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW).

Example Curriculum

  Intro & Course Tools
Available in days
days after you enroll
  Principle I: Mastering our Appetites
Available in days
days after you enroll
  Principal II: Acting In before Acting Out
Available in days
days after you enroll
  Principle III: Reconciling Cycles of Hurt
Available in days
days after you enroll
  Principle IV: Constructing Thoughts for Manhood
Available in days
days after you enroll
  Principle V: Finding Our Complement
Available in days
days after you enroll
  Course Completion
Available in days
days after you enroll