Isaiah B Pickens

Dr. Isaiah Pickens is a clinical psychologist, author, and national trainer specializing in emotional intelligence and social-emotional skills that drive success in schools and workplaces. With nearly two decades of experience, he equips individuals and organizations to navigate challenges, foster well-being, and build thriving cultures. As founder and CEO of iOpening Enterprises, Dr. Pickens leads training, coaching, and organization-wide implementation initiatives that create lasting change—from classroom to C-suite—by integrating science-backed practices with culturally responsive strategies. He is a former clinical faculty member at NYU School of Medicine, former Assistant Director at the UCLA-Duke National Center for Child Traumatic Stress, and a Stanford-certified Compassion Cultivation specialist. His work transforms how people connect, lead, and grow.