Islmic Counselling and Psychotherapy

Islmic Counselling and Psychotherapy: An Introduction to Theory and Practice provides foundation-level knowledge of and perspective on the fundamental principles and practices of counselling and psychotherapy from an Islmic perspective. This groundbreaking practical framework incorporates Islmic spirituality, religion, and cultural contexts into the therapeutic process. It makes the case that authentic Islmic spirituality, based on submission to God, forms the cornerstone of good mental health. The books foundation focuses on the therapists role and ethical considerations specific to Islmic psychotherapy. It explores the integration of Qurnic teachings and hdths and delves into dream interpretation and the clinical applications of the Siraat Al-Islmic psychotherapy practice model. This thoroughly revised new edition also highlights advances and developments in scholarship and evidence-based practices and introduces postmodern psychotherapy approaches like narrative and hope therapy. This text provides a clear understanding of the nature, scope, and process of Islmic psychotherapy for Islmic practitioners or clinicians working with Muslim clients.