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Many Muslim men and women face stigma around mental health from their own families. Here’s how to talk to your loved ones about therapy — with communication tips, Islamic guidance, and practical advice.

Many Muslim women worry that going to therapy means their faith isn’t strong enough. Here’s why seeking help is not a sign of weak faith, and what Islam actually says about it.

Playing the same script in your mind over and over again, feeling down and unsure what to do can leave you feeling confused and doubtful whether counselling could help you. In this post I briefly explore why seeking support can be difficult for Muslims, and I explain what usually happens when people reach out to me.

As part of my research on Muslim mental health in Ireland, I explored how Muslims understand mental wellbeing and what their experiences have been when seeking counselling. I share the most important learnings which shape my own counselling practice.