DR. VERA NKIRU NWADINOBI
Ph.D, FCASSON

DR. VERA NKIRU NWADINOBI

Associate Professor of Guidance and Counselling | Professional Education Therapeutic Counsellor
Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
Governing Board
Ex-officio 2, CASSON National Executive Council | Secretary, CASSON Fellows Board | Immediate Past Secretary-General, CASSON | Former Executive Chairman, ASUBEB
Executive Summary

Dr. Vera Nkiru Nwadinobi (Ph.D) is an Associate Professor in the Department of Guidance and Counselling, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra State. She is a Professional Education Therapeutic Counsellor whose scholarly works are predominantly focused on applying counselling techniques to reduce maladaptive behaviours and solve life problems.

Dr. Vera has served the Counselling Association of Nigeria (CASSON) in various capacities across state and national levels, including State Vice Chairperson, State Secretary, National Assistant Secretary General, and Immediate Past Secretary-General. She currently serves as Ex-officio 2 on the National Executive Council and as Secretary of the Fellows Board of the Association.

Beyond academia, Dr. Vera served as the Executive Chairman of the Anambra State Universal Basic Education Board (ASUBEB), where her exceptional performance earned her the award of Best Performing SUBEB Chairman in the South East Geopolitical Zone in 2024.

Areas of Core Expertise
Education Therapeutic Counselling Applying evidence-based counselling techniques to reduce maladaptive behaviours and address life challenges across educational and community settings.
Professional Governance & Association Leadership Extensive service at both state and national levels of CASSON, shaping professional standards and ethical frameworks for counselling practitioners.
Substance Use Prevention & Intervention Active member of the International Society of Substance Use Professionals (ISSUP), contributing to substance use prevention research and practice.
Educational Administration & Policy Led the Anambra State Universal Basic Education Board (ASUBEB) as Executive Chairman, earning regional recognition for best performance in the South East in 2024.
International Professional Collaboration Active member of ACPA, ACA, ISSUP, ISPRESC, CPCN, and CIN, fostering cross-border knowledge sharing and professional development.
Academic Leadership & Experience
Associate Professor, Guidance and Counselling
Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
Engaged in teaching, research, and professional practice in Guidance and Counselling, with scholarly works focused on using counselling techniques to address maladaptive behaviours and life challenges.
Executive Chairman (Former)
Anambra State Universal Basic Education Board (ASUBEB), Awka
Served as Executive Chairman of ASUBEB and won the award of Best Performing SUBEB Chairman in the South East Geopolitical Zone in 2024.
Immediate Past Secretary-General
Counselling Association of Nigeria (CASSON)
Served as National Secretary-General of CASSON, managing national secretariat operations and coordinating the association's administrative functions.
Ex-officio 2 & Secretary, Fellows Board
CASSON National Executive Council (Current)
Currently serves as Ex-officio 2 on the CASSON National Executive Council and as Secretary of the CASSON Fellows Board.
National Assistant Secretary-General (Former)
Counselling Association of Nigeria (CASSON)
Served at national executive level, supporting the coordination and administration of the association.
State Vice Chairperson & State Secretary (Former)
CASSON Anambra State Chapter
Held multiple leadership positions at the state chapter level, contributing to professional development and governance in Anambra State.
Global Academic Footprint & Scholarly Impact

Member of the Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists in Africa (ACPA), American Counselling Association (ACA), International Society of Substance Use Professionals (ISSUP, INC 0281), International Society for Policy Research and Evaluation in School-Based Counselling (ISPRESC). A Certified Member of the Counselling Practitioners Council of Nigeria (CPCN-00024) and member of the Counselling Institute of Nigeria (CIN).

Quick Profile
Category: Governing Board
Credentials: Ph.D, FCASSON
Institution: Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
Specialisation: Associate Professor of Guidance and Counselling | Professional Education Therapeutic Counsellor
Fellowships & Affiliations
Fellow (FCASSON) – Counselling Association of Nigeria | Secretary, Fellows Board
Certified Member (CPCN-00024) – Counselling Practitioners Council of Nigeria
Member – Counselling Institute of Nigeria (CIN)
Member – Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists in Africa (ACPA)
Member – American Counselling Association (ACA)
Member (INC 0281) – International Society of Substance Use Professionals (ISSUP)
Member – International Society for Policy Research and Evaluation in School-Based Counselling (ISPRESC)
Education & Credentials
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Guidance and Counselling
Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (or affiliated institution)
Personal Profile

Happily married and blessed with children and grandchildren.

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