Kapil Nayar is a compassionate and competent therapist in several areas of his work, especially in his general psychotherapy counseling and alcohol and drug addiction practice. I have known him and worked with him in some capacity for about 15 years and we worked together at Tuttleman Counseling Services in the Campus Alcohol and Substance Awareness (CASA) department at Temple University. We worked collaboratively afterwards for several years while he was a clinician and Seabrook House and then while he was a Clinical Director for an Outpatient Drug and Alcohol Program and Inpatient Setting called Liberation Way. I am always looking to work and collaborate with professionals who have a rare combination of 1) important knowledge about psychology, mental health and how the brain works, 2) traditional and alternative approaches to addiction and substance use disorders and 3) just really good people skills, a well rounded nature, awareness of themselves and an ability to care about clients and patients. Kapil has all of these traits which makes him such an excellent therapist. Kap has expertise in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and offers a workshops on Mindfulness in general and mindfulness and addiction. He is easy going, laid back and genuinely very naturally, caring. I refer to him regularly and the feedback I receive stands out. I highly recommend Kapil Nayar MA LPC. - Jeremy Frank PhD CADC Clinical Psychologist and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor in Philadelphia and Montgomery County.
Kapil Nayar is a skilled, knowledgeable and sincere mental health professional. I have served on a clinical team with him for more than a year and observed how his consistently compassionate behavior and integrity was so helpful to both patients and colleagues. - Nancy Logue PhD.
I had the extreme pleasure of having Kap as a therapist during a very trying period in my life. From the moment I met him he was approachable, kind, and empathetic. His knowledge in the field of psychopharmacology is only trumped by his ability to explain it to you in an extremely straightforward way without making you feel subordinate. Anyone would be lucky to call Kap their therapist, his shining personality, lightness, and jovial nature was a bright spot during a dark time. - Katreena K.
Kap is an extremely talented and dedicated clinician. I had the privilege of working with him for over a year and was continuously impressed with his immense wisdom and skill set, especially in the areas mindfulness, addiction, mental health and neuroplasticity. Kap's intelligence is only matched by his humility and compassion for his clients. He is one of the most talented and generous clinicians I know. He empowers his clients to see themselves differently, as he does with everyone in his presence. - Amanda White LPC
Kap offers a special combination of knowledge and compassion. He demonstrates understanding and respect for each individual without bias and judgement. Kap views people as unique and tailors his approach and expertise to fit the needs of each client.
Kap is wealth of information for psychopharmacology and can assist with helping to find an effective medication regimen as well as alternatives to medication. He also communicates this complex information in way you can understand.
If you're seeking to restore balance in your life see Kap! - D.N.
Kap is wealth of information for psychopharmacology and can assist with helping to find an effective medication regimen as well as alternatives to medication. He also communicates this complex information in way you can understand.
If you're seeking to restore balance in your life see Kap! - D.N.
Kapil is an outstanding human being. He is dedicated to helping others and also empathetic to people who need help. I have known Kapil since high school and it is an honor to call him my friend. He genuinely cares about people and that is what makes him so amazing in his professional life and also as a person. Would highly recommend him! - Sarah T.
Kap is an extraordinary therapist. I have had the honor and privilege of working side-by-side with him on a daily basis. Through my personal training with Kap and co-facilitating groups together, I have learned a great deal of knowledge from his professionalism and admire his sincere desire to help others. - Donny R.
My first impression of Kap was his warmth and ability to connect. Kap quickly gained my trust as we began to coordinate together on a project with shared enthusiasm and excitement. Kap brings with him a wealth of both experience and knowledge - an understanding of neuroscience, the capacity to supervise other professionals, and a gentle welcoming approach to his clients.
I would certainly recommend Kap as a supervisor or counselor for anyone looking to confront addiction and/or mental health. - Scott G.
I would certainly recommend Kap as a supervisor or counselor for anyone looking to confront addiction and/or mental health. - Scott G.
I have had the honor of working with Kapil for a year and a half. As an executive director, Kapil is well organized, has incredible communication skills, and has an intuitive and compassionate nature which makes him an effective leader. Even though I am an independent contractor on a part time basis, Kapil made me feel like I was an integral part of the team. He has often taken the time to listen to my and my co-workers' needs and has a willingness to work together to make our working environment effective for the employees as well as the clients we serve. He is a kind and compassionate therapist who always has his clients' needs and best interest in mind. I highly recommend him! - Meryl J.
Kapil is a phenomenal therapist. I was able to witness his professionalism and dedication to his clients first hand while I was an intern at his previous place of employment. He is able to build rapport with his clients through empathy and active listening, which is the first step in making any therapeutic progress. He is knowledgeable in many different areas (related and unrelated to therapy), with an expertise in the biology of addiction and neuroplasticity. I have seen clients engage in psychoeducation groups and even become more receptive to change because of Kap's engaging and informative presentations on how the brain is neurochemically and structurally impacted by addiction.
Not only is he a compassionate therapist, but he is also a great mentor and colleague. He was very helpful during my time as an intern, answering any and all questions I had. He was instrumental in my learning as he modeled for me the way therapists should work with clients so they can make change possible for themselves. I highly recommend Kap for your mental health and/or substance use concerns. - Angela M.
Not only is he a compassionate therapist, but he is also a great mentor and colleague. He was very helpful during my time as an intern, answering any and all questions I had. He was instrumental in my learning as he modeled for me the way therapists should work with clients so they can make change possible for themselves. I highly recommend Kap for your mental health and/or substance use concerns. - Angela M.
My prior experience with substance abuse counselors involves the overbearing feeling of speaking to a brick wall. I have personally have had a long line of experience of substance abuse, mainly opiates. This addition is of course coupled with numerous rehabilitation centers, detoxes, and a multitude of substance abuse professionals. I have a predictable pattern of have the best intentions and not being able to put together more than a couple of weeks before entering back into the vicious cycle of addition.
Prior to receiving counseling by Kapil Nayar I have never felt any relief from counseling. Once I stepped into this man's office I felt safe and I felt that I was finally on a path to solution. Kapil Nayar or "Kap" as he is referred to helped me set out on a new life journey clean from ALL mind or mood altering substances. Kap applied his vast knowledge on the chemical effects of addition on the body with a laid back and truthful psychological approach. After countless treatment centers, someone with applicable knowledge of addition composition like Kap's was unheard of to me. Kap was truly a 'Compass Rose' in not only aiding me to escape the vicious cycle of addition, but help map out my life. Now it has been over a year and a half since i've had ANY substance in my body! I am going back to school, my family relationships have flourished, hobbies and amazing people have come into my life as well. This was all possible with only determination, but the hope and inspiration that Kap's sessions filled me life with. The help that this man has given me will always hold a place dear to me - Tom W.
Prior to receiving counseling by Kapil Nayar I have never felt any relief from counseling. Once I stepped into this man's office I felt safe and I felt that I was finally on a path to solution. Kapil Nayar or "Kap" as he is referred to helped me set out on a new life journey clean from ALL mind or mood altering substances. Kap applied his vast knowledge on the chemical effects of addition on the body with a laid back and truthful psychological approach. After countless treatment centers, someone with applicable knowledge of addition composition like Kap's was unheard of to me. Kap was truly a 'Compass Rose' in not only aiding me to escape the vicious cycle of addition, but help map out my life. Now it has been over a year and a half since i've had ANY substance in my body! I am going back to school, my family relationships have flourished, hobbies and amazing people have come into my life as well. This was all possible with only determination, but the hope and inspiration that Kap's sessions filled me life with. The help that this man has given me will always hold a place dear to me - Tom W.
I had the privilege of working with Kap for over a year. Kap is an intelligent, kind, hilarious, and inspiring human being. Kap had an immense impact on everyone who he worked with, both clients and co-workers, every day. Kap's positive attitude, eagerness to spread his knowledge, and his willingness to help others was evident and consistent on a daily basis. He is ethical, moral, and virtuous. Kap's compassion and empathy for others is tremendous.
Kap played an integral role in my own professional journey while we worked together; he provided me with advice and guidance, in order to better me as a therapist, and never hesitated to make himself available to assist me when I was in need of clinical supervision.
I would highly recommend Kap as a therapist, as he will actively listen, provide unconditional positive regard, and will assist individuals with beginning and/or continuing their own personal journey to recovery. - Sabrina W.
Kap played an integral role in my own professional journey while we worked together; he provided me with advice and guidance, in order to better me as a therapist, and never hesitated to make himself available to assist me when I was in need of clinical supervision.
I would highly recommend Kap as a therapist, as he will actively listen, provide unconditional positive regard, and will assist individuals with beginning and/or continuing their own personal journey to recovery. - Sabrina W.
Kap is a remarkably intuitive, kind, and insightful therapist. His open stance welcomes honest and authentic interaction that leads to lasting change. I'm thankful for the time I've spent working with Kap. He has helped me navigate difficult times and continues to be a significant part of my life. Kap weaves neurobiology and talk therapy with ease and great care. It's so refreshing to have found him! - Alex O.
Kapil has an extensive knowledge base and is fiercely committed to the people he works with. - Jessica R.
Kapil is absolutely amazing therapist and human being. It is a pleasure to have the privilege of knowing him personally. Kapil has impacted my life positively from the very first interaction. I highly recommend him to absolutely everyone who is seeking any kind of assistance. Thanks for being you and bringing awareness to my potential I'm forever grateful. - Duane S.
I have had the pleasure of working with Kapil for some time. I can truly say that he is a very kind, compassionate, caring, and hard working individual. Kapil has a way of making any and everyone he comes in contact with feel like lifelong friends. He has the ability to build a rapport with his clients that makes them feel comfortable. Part of what makes him such an awesome clinician is his genuine desire to help. If you are struggling and are in need of counseling, I would not hesitate to recommend you go see Kapil. - Sheena B.
I had the pleasure of working under Kapil for almost a year. As a colleague, he is inspiring, helpful and very supportive. As a clinician, Kapil is a very skilled listener, he is compassionate, patient and extremely knowledgeable in his field. By always seeing the best in others, Kapil has developed a passion for helping his clients become the best version of themselves. I would, without any hesitation, highly recommend Kapil Nayar as a Licensed Professional Counselor. - Tommy M.
I know Kap as a parent of a teenager who has an addiction. We met him during a time of great stress and uncertainty and he made us feel confident there was hope for the future. Not having a lot of experience with this affliction we were scared and not sure what the future would hold. Kap has a non-threatening approach, soft spoken and kind, knowledgeable with the ability to relate to whom he is speaking with and always had an open door policy. He was always responsive to our concerns which would be characterized as having a total lack of experience with the subject matter, he was very patient with us and took us under his arm to educate us. He has a great way of relating to the diverse kids under his care, their parents and is highly respected. Now our son is on the road to recovery, we hope he will be one who defies the statistics and stays the course. This has been an enlightening experience and I am grateful that Kap was there to guide us through the process. It gave us a tremendous sense of security knowing our son was in good hands and Kap was always there at the other end of a phone call, numerous emails, also one on ones when needed. While it is a loss to his previous employer I wish him luck in his new practice and am confident he will be successful at whatever he does. - Stephanie J.
Real down to earth but also very knowledgeable, kap always had the best way of trying to relate to me and can always make one feel welcome when they are the most uncomfortable! Grateful for his help! A great person! - Jarrod R.
I've had the pleasure of working with Kapil over the past year. During this time frame I have grown to appreciate not only what a kind soul Kapil is but I've witnessed an overwhelming level of professionalism, knowledge, sincerity and commitment to the clients and staff. If I had a loved one battling addiction I'd find comfort in knowing an individual such as Kapil was involved in the process of educating them and redirecting their focus toward a life everyone deserves. Thank you Kap! Sincerely, Dr. James J Buesing
I have had the pleasure of working with Kapil, while I was the Director of Behavioral Health at Mercy Philadelphia Hospital. During the time I have known him, he has proved himself to be analytical and compassionate. He continues to grow and has exhibited the utmost professionalism in all of his encounters. People are comfortable approaching him, because he exudes warmth in all of his encounters. - Dr. Robert DiLinge
Kapil Nayar is an outstanding Licensed Professional Counselor for anyone who is suffering or knows anyone suffering from addiction.
Kapil goes above and beyond to make sure that addicts get the help they need. Not only does Kapil have skills, knowledge, and tools to get addicts to understand their disease; the compassion he shows to not only the addicts but the families as well is unbelievable. Kapil's heart is enormous, and when dealing with addicts his quality of compassion is something which I admire. - Kelly K.
Kapil goes above and beyond to make sure that addicts get the help they need. Not only does Kapil have skills, knowledge, and tools to get addicts to understand their disease; the compassion he shows to not only the addicts but the families as well is unbelievable. Kapil's heart is enormous, and when dealing with addicts his quality of compassion is something which I admire. - Kelly K.
I strongly my recommend my colleague, Kapil. I had the pleasure of working alongside him for several years.
During that time I had the opportunity to observe his work ethic, intelligence, professionalism and sincere compassion for his patients and their families. He is consistently pleasant, and takes on all that he does with enthusiasm and dedication. - Denise Adams.
During that time I had the opportunity to observe his work ethic, intelligence, professionalism and sincere compassion for his patients and their families. He is consistently pleasant, and takes on all that he does with enthusiasm and dedication. - Denise Adams.
I had the pleasure of meeting Kapil awhile back when I was struggling with my issues...Just found out that he started his own private practice and scheduling an appointment for his services is definitely one of the top things on my to do list! - Chirag P.
Kapil is an excellent young man and a very empathetic therapist. I would highly recommend him for your mental health. - Dr. Daniel Rodriguez
I worked with Kapil for over a year and a half, he is one of the most intelligent people I've ever met. This man is phenomenal at what he does, he helped me grow in the field and in life. I consider him a friend and a mentor. - Scott Collins
Kap is an honest and caring therapist, coworker, and friend. He may actually be the smartest man I've ever met, and I would recommend him to anybody I care about. - Abby K.
Kapil helped me get through some hard times. I was 100% comfortable talking to him and opening up. Extremely compassionate and understanding. I would recommend anyone seeking counseling to see him absolutely! - Joey K.
Very professional and beneficial to both client and family. Highly recommend Kapil Nayar. - Mike G.
I highly recommend this professional counselor who truly cares about his clients. - Gina S.
Kapil is the real deal! He really knows his stuff:) - Joe T.
Kapil is a remarkably insightful therapist. He is very knowledgeable, friendly and compassionate by nature. I am pursuing my masters in Mental health counseling, and whenever I want any kind of information related to the counseling field, he willingly provides me his help. The best thing about Kapil is that he is very prompt in giving his advice and is always willing to share information and his ongoing support. He has an affable personality and anyone can feel comfortable to share their concerns with him. - Tirtha S.
I have known Kapil Nayar for more than 10 years now as we both were classmates in University. Even though we studied medical sciences, it did not mean that us as professionals were immune to the ups and downs of life and fortunately for me, I met Kapil during my darkest times. Kapil has this tendency to reach out to those in need and with his laughter and contagious uplifting attitude, he lent out his hand as a true friend, when I thought that I didn't need any. The way that he approaches patients, friends and colleagues makes you think that he is a very "wise old soul". He is very organized and practical in his mental process with an uncanny ability to pay attention to smaller details that others often fail to pay any attention too. Kapil Nayar has an ardent, yet calming attitude towards everyone and especially in my own times of strife, I am grateful to have a loving, communicative and nurturing friend to fall back on.
All the best! - Dr. Bavan Sangarasivam
All the best! - Dr. Bavan Sangarasivam
I am writing this review as someone who was in need of help. Kap is fantastic; he really is tremendous. I was lucky enough to be able to receive help from him as a counselor. There may be a lot of reviews from colleagues, classmates, co-workers, employers, etc. on here but I can speak for many on the other side - people looking for the help and services that Kap provides.
The first time meeting Kap was one of the most relaxed, calm, and in control greetings/sessions I have experienced (and I've experienced A LOT). I remember the exact room, who else was in the room with me, and one of his co-workers even got me to give him a friendly hard time about some work he had to do! It allowed me to lessen my anxiety, feel that I was in good hands, and have the faith that things would improve from that point on. And as faith would have it, they certainly did.
I have known MANY of the other clients that have worked with Kap and everyone, I mean everyone, loved him and respected him and knew they could be open and honest with him. It takes a special person to be as impactful and helpful as he has been.
Kap is such a pleasure to be in company with that I would recommend (and already have recommended) him to the people I care deepest for. Can I give more than 5 stars? - Patrick H.
The first time meeting Kap was one of the most relaxed, calm, and in control greetings/sessions I have experienced (and I've experienced A LOT). I remember the exact room, who else was in the room with me, and one of his co-workers even got me to give him a friendly hard time about some work he had to do! It allowed me to lessen my anxiety, feel that I was in good hands, and have the faith that things would improve from that point on. And as faith would have it, they certainly did.
I have known MANY of the other clients that have worked with Kap and everyone, I mean everyone, loved him and respected him and knew they could be open and honest with him. It takes a special person to be as impactful and helpful as he has been.
Kap is such a pleasure to be in company with that I would recommend (and already have recommended) him to the people I care deepest for. Can I give more than 5 stars? - Patrick H.
Kapil Nayar is a great psychology professor! I’m a Business Major however I took this class just because it was an interesting elective but it turned out to be a great class. He knows what he’s talking about and has a lot of experience in the field. - Francisco M.
Professor Kapil is a straight shooter. He's a simple man who throws only fast balls when he teaches a class. On the first day of class, he made it clear that he wanted his students to walk away from every class feeling like they learned something. With a combination of great curriculum and intellectual class discussions, I took away a lot from his course. Being new to addiction counseling, I didn't know very much waking in. However, at the end of the semester, I emerged from his class knowing what it took to be an addiction counselor. Professor Kapil didn't just go the extra mile for his students inside the class, he did everything he could to help outside the class room as well. On top of being a great instructor, he is involved with so much in the community. Helping those who suffer from addiction is his passion, and so is shaping the minds of those who want to join the fight against substance abuse. Bottom line, I highly recommend Professor Kapil as a teacher. Good teachers are hard to come by, especially one's that have your back every step of the way.
-Matt O.
-Matt O.
For the short period of time that I have been a student of Professor Kapil I learn more about the field of psychology then I ever did while taking this course the last two years. Professor Kapil is very intelligent and well-spoken. The way is taught my class it was no way that anybody could have a bad grade if they just listen to him. He broke everything down and give us assignments that would help us better understand the lesson which we learn in the previous class. I rate Professor Kapil a 5 star because he is a model Professor in which a college student needs. He’s easy to understand, can reach him at anytime in the day and he will respond and he try to understand people situations and give them a chance to do right. - Joseph D.
Dr. Nayar’s Intro to Psychology class has been one of the best I had at Valley Forge Military College. His knowledge of behavior psychology is vast and as a college student I have learned so much about the Brain and how each section has a function, however if each structure has an imbalance or chemical interruption it can have a sever impact on persons mental health and well-being. This class has taught how to stay mentally sharp and healthy. I would recommend him as a counselor to anyone that is having not also behavioral troubles but also co-dependent on drugs or alcohol. Dr. Nayar, it has been a privilege to have you as a professor! - Thomas B.
It has been an absolute pleasure to be a student of Professor Nayar. Dr. Nayar is an extremely intelligent and well-spoken individual. His kind and passionate personality provides a welcoming environment in the classroom. In the time that I have spent in Dr. Nayar's psychology course, I have learned a lot and had my eyes opened to many things that I didn't know much about. Out of the many things I took away from his course, the most important thing I learned was how I could stay mentally healthy and maintain my sanity. I would kill to have Dr. Nayar as a professor again, and I'm sure everyone who was a student or client of his would say the same. - Nazir R.
Mr. Nayar was my psychology professor at Valley Forge military college this semester and I can confidently say he has been one of the most enlightning teachers I’ve had. He combines his experiences with his knowledge to really make topics connect with you. All of his classes were very interactive and they made everyone contribute which I believe helped when learning topics that were a little harder to grasp had he just talk at us all class. - Christian M.
Kap is a cool professor who interact with the students and like hearing from both side no matter what the discussion, he's not bias to any side - Edward D.
Having professor Nayar as a teacher has been a tremendous experience, he teaches in ways to make you understand and is a very well put together individual. I always looked forward to attending is class because I knew I would learn something new and have a great class discussion. Thank you professor Nayar for all you did! - Khalil V.
Professor Nayar has great credentials and has a lot of knowledge in the field of psychology. Due to his knowledge and understanding of the subject it's easy for him to teach and has helped me excel in his course. - Kido S.
Wonderful experience to have met Professor Nayer @ Camden County College Camden Branch in my second semester for Psychology class. Very informative, professional, well mannered, and direct are a few words to describe him. He strives his students become advanced in their lessons and field. - Heather V.
My experience as a student cadet with Professor Kap was definitely commendable, throughout class he taught us a lot which some was so simple but very valuable. Easy going teaching that always had students interested. - Fulani F.
He is very easy to talk to. Willing to help and has lots of patience. - Celiann S.
Great, personable and knowledgeable. He was my professor at college and I learn a lot from him. - Christopher C.
By far the best psychology teacher I’ve ever had, He made every concept easy to grasp. - Dashon R.
Really awesome. 10/10 - Leen B.
Compassionate with an incredible ability to provide the kind of spiritually-nourishing atmosphere where a person can identify areas of struggle and heal. Kapil is a clinician I trust with clients needing an individualized treatment plan. Kapil has vast experience working in the mental health and addiction field in a practice that specializes in many different areas. - Alexa M.
Kapil brings a wealth of knowledge, resources and ability into into his practice as a therapist. He provides constant ongoing support to his clients. His approach imparts a trusting and calm atmosphere into his sessions. I recommend him as a therapist for those needing advice as well as sharing their concerns and achieving recovery. - Joelle S.
Kap is an excellent therapist who easily helps clients feel comfortable in processing personal difficulties. Kap has experience in utilizing evidence based practices and interventions that have produced positive outcomes for clients! - Nairi G.
I worked with Kapil for about a year and I was so grateful for the experience of getting to know such a kind and compassionate individual. He has a calmness about him that creates a space of peace and hope, and an overall sense that everything is going to be okay. I have said many times that "Kap is just one of my favorite humans!" I would highly recommend his counseling services. - Sonia H.
Getting to know Kap I am learning what an amazing man of character he is, which translates into excellent work with his clients and colleagues! - John W.
As a fellow mental health practitioner, I had initially reached out to Dr. Anju Nayar, a practicing psychiatrist in South Jersey as I was attempting to build my practice at the time. Dr. Nayar graciously accepted my business cards, and she also put me in touch with her son. I learned Mr. Kapil Nayar had engaged in hypnosis training, and he was going to graduate school for counseling. I was heartened that the Nayar family was so encouraging of addressing mental health issues from the disciplines of psychiatry and counseling establishing what I perceived to be a family ethic of mental health treatment. I am pleased that Mr. Nayar has vigorously pursued a practice to address a variety of client issues and serve the greater Philadelphia and South Jersey areas. He is an experienced LPC, and he is a teacher in the roles of clinical supervisor and professor. His combination of credentials and experience make him a rare asset, and, regarding an issue important to me, Mr. Nayar is qualified to address ongoing but underserved mental health issues in the South Asian community. I highly recommend Mr. Kapil Nayar, LPC. - Annapoorna Ayyagari
Kapil is a trustworthy, kind, and capable therapist with the utmost integrity. I highly recommend him! - Ainsley D.
Working alongside Kap was truly a gift. His intuitive abilities coupled with an intense passion for educating minds makes Kap a rarity in the mental health field. His open-mindedness and ability to accept and meet people wherever they are in their journey has allowed him to truly transform lives and I am sincerely lucky to have stood witness to him in action. - Jace F.
I have not known Professor Nayar for a long time. However, from my first class with Professor Nayar I instantly felt at ease and comfortable in his class. He was well spoken and knowledgeable about counseling and the many forms of addictions. His demeanor was always calm and reassuring which made class so much more interesting. - Sheba S.
His psychology class was the most enticing class I’ve ever been in. I’m definitely pursuing this as an alternative career in the future. - Christina W.
Kapil was very knowledgeable as my professor. He tied theknowledge in our course with real-life application, and helped meto feel prepared for future courses. He was thorough, and excellent at communication. I enjoyed his class! - Kaylee F.
Kapil may be one of the BEST instructors I have ever had. His communication and delivery of coursework is amazing. I never had a class that was boring when he delivered the coursework. He took some of the "dry" material he needed to teach us and combined it with real life experiences. His lectures always commanded the attention of the entire room. I look forward to taking more classes under his instruction and possibly working with him in the future! - Robert W.
Kap was the PERFECT instructor for Ethics and Values. His depth and breadth of knowledge was impressive. Equally impressive was his ability to break down complex constructs and complicated ethical situations for all to understand. He encouraged independent thought, rigorous debate, and additional research. He brought relevant examples to the class and ensured no question was left unanswered. I hope Kap will continue to teach - we will all benefit from his involvement in counseling education. Thank you, Kap, for playing a pivotal role in my journey. - Nancy O.
I have had the opportunity to be a student under Mr. Nayar’s instruction during my master’s Substance
Use Disorders and Addictions course (CNL 501) at Grand Canyon University. Mr. Nayar was a wonderful
teacher and mentor.
During our time together, COVID-19 protocols had made face to face class time impossible. Therefore,
Mr. Nayar was more than willing to try and make any effort to reach us weekly via zoom sessions, group
text messages, email, and our GCU online portal. He was able to deliver classroom materials just as
effectively after adapting to the new COVID-19 protocols. He was always prepared with course materials
and any topics that I felt needed more explanation. He was very mindful of how COVID-19 could be
impacting his students on a day to day basis and adjusted lessons and deadlines as needed. Lastly, Mr.
Nayar was able to use real-life experiences, both positive and negative, to supplement his lessons which
in turn provided me with the best educational experience possible.
Mr. Nayar was not only my instructor but also built rapport with me as a mentor. He went above and
beyond by checking in with the cohort almost daily after the George Floyd incident and during the
protests and looting periods. He offered support, advice, and encouragement for me and continuing on
in the field of counseling. He even held a processing support group that significantly impacted me in a
positive way. I believe he has the upmost respect for the counseling field and will make ethical decisions
to keep the integrity of the profession. I admire this quality in a mentor and his openness to always be
available for support is extremely uplifting.
In the future, I would welcome the opportunity to have Mr. Nayar as my instructor again. I would also
strongly recommend him for any teaching position within his competency scope. - Tiffany S.
Use Disorders and Addictions course (CNL 501) at Grand Canyon University. Mr. Nayar was a wonderful
teacher and mentor.
During our time together, COVID-19 protocols had made face to face class time impossible. Therefore,
Mr. Nayar was more than willing to try and make any effort to reach us weekly via zoom sessions, group
text messages, email, and our GCU online portal. He was able to deliver classroom materials just as
effectively after adapting to the new COVID-19 protocols. He was always prepared with course materials
and any topics that I felt needed more explanation. He was very mindful of how COVID-19 could be
impacting his students on a day to day basis and adjusted lessons and deadlines as needed. Lastly, Mr.
Nayar was able to use real-life experiences, both positive and negative, to supplement his lessons which
in turn provided me with the best educational experience possible.
Mr. Nayar was not only my instructor but also built rapport with me as a mentor. He went above and
beyond by checking in with the cohort almost daily after the George Floyd incident and during the
protests and looting periods. He offered support, advice, and encouragement for me and continuing on
in the field of counseling. He even held a processing support group that significantly impacted me in a
positive way. I believe he has the upmost respect for the counseling field and will make ethical decisions
to keep the integrity of the profession. I admire this quality in a mentor and his openness to always be
available for support is extremely uplifting.
In the future, I would welcome the opportunity to have Mr. Nayar as my instructor again. I would also
strongly recommend him for any teaching position within his competency scope. - Tiffany S.
Kap has been a Godsend to me and my cohort during this pandemic. I recently started a Master of Science program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, when the pandemic made it so we could not go to class all of us struggled with having to go completely on line. We were very fortunate to wind up with Kap for our current Substance Use Disorder course. You see, Kap’s reputation proceeded him (We had already heard from students in another class how amazing he was) his thoroughness and willingness to help has helped the entire class cope with the current situation. This is only my third class in this Master program but I can already tell you, Kap is the best and my favorite professor. I would highly recommend anyone looking to take graduate level courses to get in one of Kap’s classes. I would also recommend him highly as a counselor. It takes a special person to step in and ease the anxiety of an entire class over zoom and text. Kap has done this and more for me and my cohort and Grand Canyon University. Go LOPES!! - Mark W.
It is my pleasure to strongly recommend Kapil Nayar for a position as a potential administrator or professor of Counseling. I am Jessica Flanders, a student of Professor Nayer at Grand Canyon University in the Master's of Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. I have seen several professors teach in this program and he is one individual who uniquely stands out with regards to humanizing the subject matter, efficient teaching style, choosing the best treatment modalities in any given situation, and ability to relate substance abuse course material to real life applications. During our time together, Professor Nayar displayed a wealth of expertise in substance abuse, addiction counseling, treatment planning, and psychopharmacology. On day one of meeting with him, I was immediately impressed with his technical knowledge, background and skillset. However, over the duration of our time together, I also felt extremely moved by his understanding and empathy of the hardship of those who struggle with addictions and the ensuing intricacies and difficulties that arise within therapist-addict counseling relationships. It’s not just his expertise and skillset that impresses me, he was a joy to learn from because of his positive demeanor and eagerness to prepare us for the somewhat tedious road ahead to completing the degree. He is involved in assisting the counseling department in adjusting curriculum to ensure proper instruction for licensure testing, which is a testament to how much he cares about the efficacy of the learning process. - Jessica F.
Kapil Nayar has been helpful and encouraging. He has been timely in giving me hope as I work through the specifics of going into private practice. I am grateful for his constant reassurance. I recommend Kapil Nayar to help you as you navigate your next steps - Rachel Hypolite NCC, LMHC