Episodes 25
Avg. Duration 51m
Activity Moderate
Apple Rating 5.0 (1)
Since Feb 2025
Latest Episode Apr 2026

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This podcast is where therapy meets faith and tradition. Too often, we search for therapists who share our beliefs, hoping for a space that truly understands us. As a Muslim and practicing therapist, I felt the need to explore this intersection—to have real conversations about where faith and psychology align, how we can grow, and how healing can be both spiritual and psychological. Most importantly, mental health doesn’t discriminate—believer or not, we all face struggles. Join me in reflecting, questioning, and making space for a something that is dear to our heart, mind, and soul.

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S3E4 S3 E4: The ancient dilemma: knowing the right way but choosing otherwise

Apr 14, 2026 56m

Unlock the profound connections between Islamic ethics, moral reasoning, and human development in this in-depth discussion with Dr. Mutaz Al-Khatib. We explore how knowledge and character intertwine,…

S3E3 S3 E3: Why focusing on holy texts in context can transforms how you connect with Allah

Mar 29, 2026 39m

In this episode, we explore the profound ways in which Quranic stories and verses shape our understanding of ethics, emotions, and personal interpretation. Dr. Samer Rashwani shares insights on how…

S3E2 S3 E2: Living Fiqh: Capacity, Choice, and our limitations.

Feb 23, 2026 39m

What if fiqh was not something you only look up when you are stuck, but something that helps you live with more clarity, steadiness, and sincerity?In this conversation, Dr. Mohammad Fadel joins me to…

S3E1 S3 E1: Beyond the Checklist: Islamic Law, Moral Responsibility, and Mental Wellbeing.

Feb 17, 2026 1h 3m

What happens when “doing religion right” starts to feel like anxiety, guilt, or a constant inner audit? In this conversation, Dr. Adnan A. Zulfiqar explores the meeting point between Islamic law,…

S2E7 S2 E7: Returning to the Basics: When Living Islam Becomes the Ground of Healing

Nov 24, 2025 49m

In this conversation, Dr. Abdallah Rothman shares his journey into Islamic psychology, emphasizing the integration of spirituality and mental health. He discusses the importance of understanding the…

S2E6 S2 E6: Finding God and your people, with Mohammed Isaaq

Nov 17, 2025 51m

In this conversation with Mohammed Isaaq, we explore the threads that tie together spirituality, self-knowledge, love, and the realities of modern relationships. We sit with the question of what it…

S2E5 S2 E5: Wounds and Worship - Reflections of a Faithful Neuroscientist

Nov 10, 2025 54m

In this deeply intimate conversation with Michael, we explore how trauma, faith, and personal growth weave through each of our lives and shape who we are today. We reflect on the paths that brought…

S2E4 S2 E4: Beyond the Self - Healing through Faith and Connection, with Salma and Mehboob

Nov 01, 2025 55m

In this conversation with Salma and Mehboob, we explore how mental health and Islamic psychology intertwine, reflecting on how we can care for our hearts and minds with purpose and faith. Together,…

S2E3 S2 E3: When the Mind Wanders: ADHD and the Heart of Prayer

Oct 11, 2025 37m

In this conversation, we explore the tender and often challenging relationship between Salah (prayer) and ADHD. We talk about what it feels like to struggle with focus, guilt, or distraction in…

S2E2 S2 EP2: When the Mind Breaks Open Psychosis, Faith, and Belonging with Imtithal Mohammed

Oct 02, 2025 28m

*Disclaimer* this episode talks about psychosis, if this is a triggering topic, please skip.In this deep and meaningful conversation, we open up about the tender and complex relationship between…

S2E2 S2 EP 1 : The Art of Presence - Psychiatry and Islamic Psychology in Practice with Armaan Rowther

Sep 22, 2025 51m

In this episode, Armaan, a psychiatry resident, opens up about his journey through medical training and how he’s weaving Islamic psychology into the fabric of modern psychiatry. He reflects on what…

S2E1 Season 2 on The Farm: The Intro.

Sep 18, 2025 13m

In this episode, I share reflections from the Shifaa Method training, a unique approach that integrates psychological, spiritual, and relational dimensions of healing. We look at how these teachings…

S1E12 EP 12: From Gaza’s ER - Holding Suffering, Faith, and Resilience with Dr. Adil Husain

Sep 09, 2025 1h 6m

Disclaimer: This episode contains descriptions of war, trauma, and graphic content. Please listen with care and pause if it feels heavy. This conversation is not a substitute for therapy or…

S1E11 EP 11: Dr Hooman Keshavarzi - Religious OCD: Untangling Obsession from Devotion

Aug 29, 2025 55m

In this episode, we sit with Dr. Hooman Keshavarzi to explore where Islamic psychology and OCD meet, with a special focus on religious OCD, often called scrupulosity. Together, we talk about the…

S1E10 EP 10: Finding Meaning, Dr. Samir Mahmoud on Beauty, Love, and the Psychology of the Divine

Jul 01, 2025 54m

Join me on this episode as I sit down with Dr. Sameer Mahmood to explore where psychology, spirituality, and love converge through an Islamic lens. We reflect on Freud and Jung and what we have…

S1E9 EP 9: Beyond Symptom Relief: Dr. Mazen Atassi on Islamic Psychology Meets Naturopathic Healing

Jun 19, 2025 58m

In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Mazen Atassi shares his journey into naturopathic medicine and how he integrates Islamic psychology into his healing practices. He discusses the importance of…

S1E8 EP 8: Centering Faith in Love & Marriage a conversation with Salma Khan

May 30, 2025 1h 5m

In this episode, we explore the complexities of relationships through the lens of prophetic guidance and modern therapeutic practices. We discuss common challenges faced by couples, the importance of…

S1E7 EP 7: Motherhood and the path to Allah, a conversation with Noor Awad

May 11, 2025 56m

In this episode, we discuss the profound journey of motherhood by exploring the emotional and spiritual challenges that come with it. Noor shares her personal experiences, including the struggles of…

S1E6 EP 6: Beneath the Surface , Muslim Youth and the Struggle with Addiction with Imam Tabari Zahir

Apr 24, 2025 57m

In this episode we talked about the pressing issue of addiction among youth, particularly within the Muslim community. We explore the various forms of addiction, the importance of compassion in…

S1E5 EP 5/P2: The Faith-Fitrah Dissonance, a conversation with Wid Kattan

Mar 31, 2025 59m

Part 2: As we continue this conversation, we delve into the healing of the spiritual wounds experienced by women, particularly in the context of Islamic teachings. We further explore the concept of…

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