Provider Defense was founded by Alex Rezcallah and his team

Alex Rezcallah M.Ed., LCMHC, TSAC-F

Alex is a licensed psychotherapist who has been in the mental health field for more than 20 years. Having worked with hundreds of high risk clients, he understands the need for safety measures and has the experience to help others learn to stay safe.

Alex has been training in martial arts and self defense for more than 22 years. He travels to Japan for training directly from the source and trains with a variety of teachers here in the US.  Alex has helped train law enforcement, military, first responders, and life guards. He taught martial arts & self defense at North Carolina State University from 2010-2014.  He has also assisted in teaching self-defense classes for women, and those with physical & mental disabilities. He holds a 7th degree blackbelt and a teaching license from the Bujinkan in Noda, Japan. Alex is a certified self defense instructor for Sentinel International. 

Alex is also a Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator (TSAC-F) with the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). He saw the importance of fitness for his clients to live a well balanced life.

Alex is a husband and father. Several of his family members work in hospitals and other healthcare settings. He has helped them learn to stay safe while doing the job they love.

Alex is also a published researcher in the fields of psychology and counseling. Understanding the importance of seeking “Best Practices”, he strives to bring you the most effective & ethical training available.