Integrating Spiritual Interventions in Islamic Psychology


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This book provides Islāmic psychology practitioners a framework on integrating evidence-based approaches of spiritual interventions based on Islāmic jurisprudence (Shari’ah with therapy). Covering both the theoretical and theological underpinnings of religious coping from an Islāmic perspective while also serving as a practical guide, this text delivers an integrative approach which can be used in psychotherapy to ensure a more holistic process of healing and well-being. It outlines the positive and essential contributions that interventions rooted in Qur’ânic and Sunnah evidence can make in terms of prevention, treatment, and recovery, describing a wide variety of practices and beliefs. Chapters focus on highlighting the importance of daily supplications and prayers, as well as other Prophetic remedies as part of a comprehensive, encompassing therapeutic plan for not only psycho-spiritual, but also physiological afflictions. This book provides all Muslim mental health practitioners, trainees, and students as well as healthcare workers in Muslim communities with an accessible guide to using Islāmic spiritual interventions in therapeutic practice.




Applying Islamic Principles to Clinical Mental Health Care


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This text outlines for the first time a structured articulation of an emerging Islamic orientation to psychotherapy, a framework presented and known as Traditional Islamically Integrated Psychotherapy (TIIP). TIIP is an integrative model of mental health care that is grounded in the core principles of Islam while drawing upon empirical truths in psychology. The book introduces the basic foundations of TIIP, then delves into the writings of early Islamic scholars to provide a richer understanding of the Islamic intellectual heritage as it pertains to human psychology and mental health. Beyond theory, the book provides readers with practical interventional skills illustrated with case studies as well as techniques drawn inherently from the Islamic tradition. A methodology of case formulation is provided that allows for effective treatment planning and translation into therapeutic application. Throughout its chapters, the book situates TIIP within an Islamic epistemological and ontological framework, providing a discussion of the nature and composition of the human psyche, its drives, health, pathology, mechanisms of psychological change, and principles of healing. Mental health practitioners who treat Muslim patients, Muslim clinicians, students of the behavioral sciences and related disciplines, and anyone with an interest in spiritually oriented psychotherapies will greatly benefit from this illustrative and practical text.




Developing a Model of Islamic Psychology and Psychotherapy


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At a time when there is increasing need to offer psychotherapeutic approaches that accommodate clients’ religious and spiritual beliefs, and acknowledge the potential for healing and growth offered by religious frameworks, this book explores psychology from an Islamic paradigm and demonstrates how Islamic understandings of human nature, the self, and the soul can inform an Islamic psychotherapy. Drawing on a qualitative, grounded theory analysis of interviews with Islamic scholars and clinicians, this unique volume distils complex religious concepts to reconcile Islamic theology with contemporary notions of psychology. Chapters offer nuanced explanations of relevant Islamic tradition and theological sources, consider how this relates to Western notions of psychotherapy and common misconceptions, and draw uniquely on first-hand data to develop a new theory of Islamic psychology. This, in turn, informs an innovative and empirically driven model of practice that translates Islamic understandings of human psychology into a clinical framework for Islamic psychotherapy. An outstanding scholarly contribution to the modern and emerging discipline of Islamic psychology, this book makes a pioneering contribution to the integration of the Islamic sciences and clinical mental health practice. It will be a key resource for scholars, researchers, and practicing clinicians with an interest in Islamic psychology and Muslim mental health, as well as religion, spirituality and psychology more broadly.




Islamically Integrated Psychotherapy


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Integrating the Islamic faith with modern psychotherapy is at the forefront of the spiritually integrated psychotherapy movement. To bring this work to wider attention and to promote its continuation, Dr. Carrie York Al-Karam has brought together the present volume of nine essays, each of which is written by a Muslim clinician who practices Islamically integrated psychotherapy (IIP)—a modern approach that unites the teachings, principles, and interventions of the faith with Western therapeutic approaches. As delineated in the Introduction, IIP has emerged from a variety of domains including the psychology of religion and spirituality, multicultural psychology and counseling, transpersonal psychology, Muslim Mental Health, and Islamic Psychology. The individual chapters then describe a variety of ways IIP is practiced by Muslim clinicians in their service provision with Muslim clients. The contributors discuss a wide range of topics, such as how Islam can be viewed as a system for psychological wellbeing, or a “science of the soul”; what marital counseling can look like from an Islamically-integrated perspective; Prophet Mohammed as a psycho-spiritual exemplar in a new approach called The HEART Method; the use of Quranic stories in family therapy; as well as using Islamic teachings when working with Muslim children and adolescents. A description of the various approaches is supplemented with discussions of their theoretical underpinnings as well as research-based recommendations for advancing clinical application. What emerges is a vital resource for Muslim and non-Muslim clinicians alike as well as the lay Muslim reader wanting to know more about how the Islamic faith and psychotherapy are engaging with each other in a modern clinical context.




Islamic Counselling


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Islamic counselling is a form of counselling which incorporates spirituality into the therapeutic process. Until now there has been little material available on the subject with no one agreed definition of Islamic counselling and what it involves. There has also been a rapidly growing population of Muslims in Western societies with a corresponding rise in need of psychological and counselling services. Islamic Counselling: An Introduction to theory and practice presents a basic understanding of Islamic counselling for counsellors and Islamic counsellors, and provides an understanding of counselling approaches congruent with Islamic beliefs and practices from a faith-based perspective. The book is designed as an introduction for counsellors, its goal is to inform the reader about how the diverse roles of the Islamic counsellor fit together in a comprehensive way and to provide the guidelines that can be potentially integrated into a theoretical framework for use. The book is divided into two parts. Section one: Context and Background, and Section two: Assessment, Models and Intervention Strategies. Islamic Counselling encompasses both current theory, research and an awareness of the practice implications in delivering appropriate and effective counselling interventions with Muslim clients. It will be essential reading for both professionals and students alike.




Counseling Muslims


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A young female client presents with anorexia nervosa and believes that her problem has its roots in magic; parents are helpless in the face of their son's substance abuse issues; an interracial couple cannot agree on how to discipline their children. How would you effectively help these clients while balancing appropriate interventions that are sensitive to religious, cultural, social, and gender differences? This handbook answers these difficult questions and helps behavioral health practitioners provide religio-culturally-competent care to Muslim clients living in territories such as North America, Australia, and Europe. The issues and interventions discussed in this book, by authoritative contributors, are diverse and multifaceted. Topics that have been ignored in previous literature are introduced, such as sex therapy, substance abuse counseling, university counseling, and community-based prevention. Chapters integrate tables, lists, and suggested phrasing for practitioners, along with case studies that are used by the authors to help illustrate concepts and potential interventions. Counseling Muslims is also unique in its broad scope, which reflects interventions ranging from the individual to community levels, and includes chapters that discuss persons born in the West, converts to Islam, and those from smaller ethnic minorities. It is the only guide practitioners need for information on effective service delivery for Muslims, who already bypass significant cultural stigma and shame to access mental health services.




Islam & Psychology: Principles and Practices


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"Islam & Psychology: Principles and Practices" by Mohd Nasir Masroom is an insightful and comprehensive exploration of the integration of Islamic teachings with contemporary psychological principles. Drawing on the author’s extensive experience as a senior lecturer in Islamic Psychology and Counseling, this book delves into the rich and nuanced intersection of faith, spirituality, and mental health. The book is divided into 20 engaging chapters, each offering a deep dive into critical aspects of Islamic psychology. It begins by exploring the foundational interface between psychology and religion, emphasizing the often-overlooked dimension of spirituality. Early chapters introduce key Islamic concepts such as al-Ruh (the spirit), al-Qalb (the heart), al-Nafs (the self), and al-Aqal (the intellect), providing readers with a thorough understanding of the Islamic view of human nature (Fitrah) and personality. As the book progresses, it offers a detailed examination of the development of embryonic stages, the significant contributions of five eminent scholars of Islamic psychology, and the profound implications of the pillars of faith (iman) and Islam on individual well-being. The discussion extends to the spiritual science of Tasawwuf, exploring spiritual heart diseases and the illnesses of the soul, and providing insights into their spiritual cures. The book also addresses practical applications of Islamic psychology in therapeutic settings, with dedicated chapters on Islamic counseling, psychotherapy, and mental health. These sections highlight how Islamic teachings can be effectively utilized in counseling and therapy, considering the cultural and religious contexts of the patients. A unique exploration of the connection between Jinn, Ruqyah (spiritual healing), and mental health further enriches this discussion. In the final chapters, the book turns its focus to the emotional aspects of the human experience. It examines emotions such as patience, gratitude, acceptance, trust in Allah, bravery, fear, happiness, sadness, love, and hate, all through the lens of Islamic teachings. These discussions offer a holistic view of how emotions are understood, managed, and nurtured in Islam. "Islam & Psychology: Principles and Practices" is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and professionals in the fields of psychology and Islamic studies, as well as for anyone interested in the ways in which faith and spirituality influence mental health and well-being. By bridging classical Islamic knowledge with modern psychological practices, this book offers a unique perspective that not only enhances our understanding of psychology but also enriches our approach to mental health in a way that is deeply rooted in faith and spirituality. To students, please do not hesitate to email the author [[email protected]] to redeem a promotion code.




Islamic Cognitive Behavioural Therapy [İslami Bilişsel Davranışçı Terapi]


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Bu öncü eser, İslam’ın zengin manevi ve etik gelenekleriyle, bilişsel davranışçı terapinin (BDT) kanıtlanmış tekniklerini uygulanabilir bir şekilde birleştiren yenilikçi bir terapötik model sunmaktadır. On iki kapsamlı bölüm boyunca, kitap BDT’nin temel prensiplerini, tarihsel gelişimini ve İslami öğretilerin Müslüman hastalar için terapötik uygulamayı nasıl geliştirebileceğini ve bilgilendirebileceğini ayrıntılı bir şekilde özetlemektedir. BDT’nin temel kavramlarını derinlemesine bir şekilde açıklayarak başlayan kitap, bu kanıt temelli terapinin tanımını, metodolojisini ve pratik uygulamasını aydınlatmaktadır. BDT’nin felsefi köklerini izleyerek, alandaki anahtar figürlerin katkılarını vurgulamakta ve çağdaş uygulamayı şekillendiren çeşitli BDT yaklaşımlarının gelişimini haritalamaktadır. Bu tarihsel bağlam, İslami perspektiflerin psikolojik prensiplerle nasıl uyumlu olduğunu inceleyen kapsamlı bir keşfe zemin hazırlamaktadır. İkinci bölüm, İslami kavramların zihinsel esenlikle entegrasyonuna adanmıştır ve tarihsel bir genel bakış ve temel prensipler hakkında bir tartışma sunmaktadır. Psikolojik sağlık hakkındaki Kur’an ayetleri ve hadisler üzerine yapılan nüanslı bir analizi sunarak, bunları Batı psikolojik modelleriyle diyalog içinde sunmaktadır. Kitap, İslami felsefenin psikolojiye katkılarını, manevi uygulamaların ruh sağlığını teşvik etmedeki rolünü ve stres ve ruh sağlığı sorunlarıyla başa çıkma konusunda İslam’ın sunduğu benzersiz yaklaşımları incelemektedir. Ayrıca, İslam din alimlerinin ruh sağlığı desteğindeki hayati rolünü ele almaktadır, böylece İslami psikolojinin küresel ruh sağlığı çabaları ve eğitimle uyum içinde olduğu bir geleceğin yolunu açmaktadır. Kitabın kalbi, pratik uygulamalarında yatmaktadır. Üçüncü bölüm, İslami prensiplerin terapiye etik ve pratik entegrasyonunu ayrıntılı olarak ele almakta, İslami öğretilerin BDT modellerine uyarlanmasından bireysel ihtiyaçlara göre terapi uyarlamalarına kadar geniş bir yelpazede teknikleri ve uyarlamaları tartışmaktadır. Terapistlerin, terapiyi her aşamada İslami kavramlarla entegre ederken, terapötik modele sadık kalmasını sağlayan adım adım bir rehber sağlayan manüelleştirilmiş protokoller tanıtılmaktadır. Bu bölüm, bilişsel yapılandırmadan davranışsal müdahalelere ve İslami prensiplerle problem çözme stratejilerine kadar ayrıntılı stratejiler sunarak terapistler için önem taşımaktadır. Kitabın merkezinde, etik ve pratik düşünceleri, bilişsel yapılandırma ve davranışsal müdahale tekniklerini, İslami farkındalık ve rahatlama tekniklerini ve İslami ilkelerle problem çözme stratejilerini içeren İslami prensiplerin BDT ile entegrasyonu yer almaktadır. BDT oturumlarının yapısını ve içeriğini, İslami öğretilerin oturumlara nasıl dahil edileceğini ve terapiyi bireysel ihtiyaçlara göre uyarlamayı sağlayan manüelleştirilmiş terapi protokollerini içeren bir bölümle uygulamalı bir yaklaşım sunulur. Terapötik ilişki üzerine odaklanan bölümler, uyum sağlama ve güven inşa etmenin, terapistin rolü ve yetkinlikleri ve manevi tartışmaların ele alınmasının önemini vurgular. Bilgilendirilmiş onam ve gizlilik, çift roller ve etik manevralar gibi etik ve profesyonel konular, terapinin profesyonel standartlara uygunluğunu sağlamak için incelenir. Araştırma ve değerlendirme, İslami- BDT’nin sürekli gelişimi ve güvenilirliği için kritik öneme sahiptir. Kitap, sonuçların değerlendirilmesi, kalite kontrolü ve mevcut araştırmadaki boşlukları belirlemenin önemini tartışır. Terapistler için eğitim ve denetim, gerekli beceri ve bilgiye sahip terapistleri yetiştirmek için etkili eğitim gereksinimleri ve modellerinin önemini vurgular. Kitap, pratikte karşılaşılan zorlukları ve sınırlamaları ele almak için stratejiler sunar ve BDT’nin etkinliğini ve kültürel hassasiyetini korumak için yaygın engelleri nasıl aşılacağını önerir. Sonuç olarak, kitap, İslami-odaklı BDT’nin küresel erişimini genişletme ihtiyacını ve potansiyel katkılarını vurgulayan geleceğe yönelik yönlerini özetler. Bu kitap, hem kanıt temelli BDT’nin ampirik sıkılığına hem de İslam’ın manevi zenginliğine saygı duyan psikolojik iyileşme için bir potansiyele işaret eden, alan için önemli bir katkı sunmaktadır.




Toward a Positive Psychology of Islam and Muslims


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This book integrates research in positive psychology, Islamic psychology, and Muslim wellbeing in one volume, providing a view into the international experiential and spiritual lives of a religious group that represents over 24% of the world’s population. It incorporates Western psychological paradigms, such as the theories of Jung, Freud, Maslow, and Seligman with Islamic ways of knowing, while highlighting the struggles and successes of minoritized Muslim groups, including the LGBTQ community, Muslims with autism, Afghan Shiite refugees, and the Uyghur community in China. It fills a unique position at the crossroad of multiple social science disciplines, including the psychology of religion, cultural psychology, and positive psychology. By focusing on the ways in which spirituality, struggle, and social justice can lead to purpose, hope, and a meaningful life, the book contributes to scholarship within the second wave of positive psychology (PP 2.0) that aims to illustrate a balance between positive and negative aspects of human experience. While geared towards students, researchers, and academic scholars of psychology, culture, and religious studies, particularly Muslim studies, this book is also useful for general audiences who are interested in learning about the diversity of Islam and Muslims through a research-based social science approach.




Islamic Psychology


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Islamic Psychology or ilm an-nafs (science of the soul) is an important introductory textbook drawing on the latest evidence in the sub-disciplines of psychology to provide a balanced and comprehensive view of human nature, behaviour and experience. Its foundation to develop theories about human nature is based upon the writings of the Qur'an, Sunna, Muslim scholars and contemporary research findings. Synthesising contemporary empirical psychology and Islamic psychology, this book is holistic in both nature and process and includes the physical, psychological, social and spiritual dimensions of human behaviour and experience. Through a broad and comprehensive scope, the book addresses three main areas: Context, perspectives and the clinical applications of applied psychology from an Islamic approach. This book is a core text on Islamic psychology for undergraduate and postgraduate students and those undertaking continuing professional development in Islamic psychology, psychotherapy and counselling. Beyond this, it is also a good supporting resource for teachers and lecturers in this field.