Islamically Modified Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Mahdi Qasqas
Hardback, 144 pages
9781032427652

This book outlines the methods and practice of Islamically Modified Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (IMCBT), a modified version of CBT adapted to the Muslim client’s preferences, culture, and religion.

The book begins by establishing IMCBT’s fidelity to the core competencies and evidence-based practices of CBT while also introducing new unique features and interventions related to Muslim clients. It uses real-life cases to off er practical strategies for overcoming stigma, forming the therapeutic alliance, structuring the session, and utilising the client’s faith for coping and problem-solving. Chapters comprehensively provide CBT skills competencies with Islamic modifications for a range of topics including case conceptualisation, reframing, cognitive restructuring, and advanced coping strategies for addressing interpersonal conflicts and enhancing therapeutic outcomes. The book also offers both proscriptive and prescriptive ethical guidance by showcasing instances where clients experienced negative outcomes with other practitioners to emphasise the dangers of not properly preparing for and understanding how to work with Muslims who prioritise their faith.

This book will appeal to practitioners, educators, and students who are seeking deeper ways of adapting their practice, teaching, or learning to the Muslim client’s needs while also maintaining fidelity to the core features of CBT.

Contents:
PART I Foundations
1 Introduction to Islāmically Modified Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
2 Conceptualising Islāmically Modified Cognitive Behavioural Therapy as a Convert Grandchild of Secular Parents
3 Managing Stigma and the Case of Mr Shakib
4 Addressing Common Critiques of CBT and Islām
PART II Theoretical Framework
5 Islāmically Modified Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Core Competencies: Traditional Ways of Being, Contemporary Ways of Doing
6 Islāmically Modified Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Techniques and Strategies
7 What Does Not Work in Therapy: Learning From Naimah’s Journey
PART III Practice
8 The First Session: Welcoming With Peace and Hospitality
9 Structuring the Session and the Islāmically Modified Mood Check
10 Islāmically Modified Case Conceptualisation
11 Islāmic Life Values and the Qabool Alliance Model
12 Islāmically Modified Motivational Strategies and the Tawheed Taxonomy
13 Islāmically Modified Cognitive Interventions: Highlighting the Dua Intervention
14 Tailoring Islāmically Modified Coping Strategies: Advanced Islāmically Modified Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
15 Conclusion: IMCBT and the Global Landscape of Mental Health