Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors.
The core idea behind CBT is that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected. By changing one of these things, a person can release themselves from a negative cycle and learn the tools for a more promising lifestyle.
I trained to become a CBT therapist because CBT is known to be the most effective therapy for many mental health issues. AlhamduliLlah my journey began with a post-graduate CBT practitioner program accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). It is taught by expert clinical psychologists and accredited CBT therapists.
After witnessing the success of CBT firsthand, my goal as a Muslim therapist and Islamic counselor is to make CBT more accessible to Muslims. Through affordable prices and online worldwide access, I pray that more Muslims will benefit.
If you are wondering how CBT differs from other therapies and why it works, keep reading. Otherwise, you can view my online Islamic CBT therapy options at this link.
CBT is evidence-based.
The techniques used in CBT have been tried and tested in many research studies across the globe. Hands down, CBT is proven to be the most effective treatment for depression, anxiety, trauma, and other mental health issues. In fact, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is the most common therapy offered by the NHS (UK National Health Service) for mental health support.
CBT is structured.
CBT is designed to provide the maximum benefit in the shortest amount of time. A road map is laid out for the client, and each session is built on the next. Most clients will need between 4 to 10 sessions, although more may be needed for certain issues.
CBT is goal-oriented.
CBT does not involve talking about your childhood for months. It focuses on how to cope with what’s happening NOW and setting goals for how to make quick, realistic changes. Goals are adjusted according to the client’s progress and desires.
CBT is collaborative.
CBT promotes the idea of a therapeutic alliance with your client. This is very similar to what I was taught with coaching, and I was happy to find a therapy that aligned with this concept. A word to the wise, not all therapies promote this idea, and some give the therapist a lot of power to determine why the client is in their current state.
With CBT, the client is not told what to do. Instead, the CBT therapist works with the client to discover what is the best way to move forward. Clients are encouraged to engage as much as possible.
What is Islamic CBT therapy?
I personally infuse Islamic teachings into my therapy and counseling. AlhamduliLlah I have been an Islamic studies teacher for over 15 years.
I believe that there is no clash between CBT and Islam. In fact, CBT confirmed my conviction that Allah Most High designed humans to think and behave in a certain way.
As a Muslim therapist and Islamic counselor, I use that understanding to encourage a person to choose more wisely. By using certain techniques, I help my client learn how to think and act in a way that pleases Allah Most High.
Want to give it a try? View my online Islamic CBT therapy options at this link.
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