Her credentials come from Pacific Oaks College--a premier teacher's college emphasizing multi-cultural education. She has certifications in Expressive Arts Education and degrees in Human Development. Her art studies began in Florence Italy at Studio Art Centers International. Souheir's passion for learning combined with her artistic explorations led her to further her work in Expressive Art Therapy. She has received awards for her portraiture and has worked under the guidance of renowned Artists from Tuscany. She has a great deal of experience coordinating tours and residencies, assisting artists in their creative endeavors, and is proficient in the Italian language.