Nafs and Therapy
Episodes
S3 E4: The ancient dilemma: knowing the right way but choosing otherwise
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock the profound connections between Islamic ethics, moral reasoning, and human development in this in-depth discussion with Dr. Mutaz Al-Khatib. W...
S3 E3: Why focusing on holy texts in context can transforms how you connect with Allah
29 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the profound ways in which Quranic stories and verses shape our understanding of ethics, emotions, and personal interpreta...
S3 E3: Why focusing on holy texts in context can transforms how you connect with Allah
29 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the profound ways in which Quranic stories and verses shape our understanding of ethics, emotions, and personal interpreta...
S3 E2: Living Fiqh: Capacity, Choice, and our limitations.
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
S3 E1: Beyond the Checklist: Islamic Law, Moral Responsibility, and Mental Wellbeing.
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when “doing religion right” starts to feel like anxiety, guilt, or a constant inner audit? In this conversation, Dr. Adnan A. Zulfiqa...
S3 E1: Beyond the Checklist: Islamic Law, Moral Responsibility, and Mental Wellbeing.
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when “doing religion right” starts to feel like anxiety, guilt, or a constant inner audit? In this conversation, Dr. Adnan A. Zulfiqa...
S2 E7: Returning to the Basics: When Living Islam Becomes the Ground of Healing
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Dr. Abdallah Rothman shares his journey into Islamic psychology, emphasizing the integration of spirituality and mental health. ...
S2 E6: Finding God and your people, with Mohammed Isaaq
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation with Mohammed Isaaq, we explore the threads that tie together spirituality, self-knowledge, love, and the realities of modern rel...
S2 E5: Wounds and Worship - Reflections of a Faithful Neuroscientist
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
S2 E4: Beyond the Self - Healing through Faith and Connection, with Salma and Mehboob
01 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation with Salma and Mehboob, we explore how mental health and Islamic psychology intertwine, reflecting on how we can care for our hea...
S2 E3: When the Mind Wanders: ADHD and the Heart of Prayer
11 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, we explore the tender and often challenging relationship between Salah (prayer) and ADHD. We talk about what it feels like to st...
S2 EP2: When the Mind Breaks Open Psychosis, Faith, and Belonging with Imtithal Mohammed
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
*Disclaimer* this episode talks about psychosis, if this is a triggering topic, please skip.In this deep and meaningful conversation, we open up about...
S2 EP 1 : The Art of Presence - Psychiatry and Islamic Psychology in Practice with Armaan Rowther
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Armaan, a psychiatry resident, opens up about his journey through medical training and how he’s weaving Islamic psychology into the...
Season 2 on The Farm: The Intro.
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share reflections from the Shifaa Method training, a unique approach that integrates psychological, spiritual, and relational dimen...
EP 12: From Gaza’s ER - Holding Suffering, Faith, and Resilience with Dr. Adil Husain
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Disclaimer: This episode contains descriptions of war, trauma, and graphic content. Please listen with care and pause if it feels heavy. This conversa...
EP 11: Dr Hooman Keshavarzi - Religious OCD: Untangling Obsession from Devotion
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 call...
EP 10: Finding Meaning, Dr. Samir Mahmoud on Beauty, Love, and the Psychology of the Divine
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
EP 9: Beyond Symptom Relief: Dr. Mazen Atassi on Islamic Psychology Meets Naturopathic Healing
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Mazen Atassi shares his journey into naturopathic medicine and how he integrates Islamic psychology into his he...
EP 8: Centering Faith in Love & Marriage a conversation with Salma Khan
30 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the complexities of relationships through the lens of prophetic guidance and modern therapeutic practices. We discuss comm...
EP 7: Motherhood and the path to Allah, a conversation with Noor Awad
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss the profound journey of motherhood by exploring the emotional and spiritual challenges that come with it. Noor shares her ...
EP 6: Beneath the Surface , Muslim Youth and the Struggle with Addiction with Imam Tabari Zahir
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talked about the pressing issue of addiction among youth, particularly within the Muslim community. We explore the various forms of...
EP 5/P2: The Faith-Fitrah Dissonance, a conversation with Wid Kattan
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2: As we continue this conversation, we delve into the healing of the spiritual wounds experienced by women, particularly in the context of Islam...
EP 5/P1: The Faith-Fitrah Dissonance, a conversation with Wid Kattan
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Part 1: In this conversation, we explore the complex topic of spiritual wounds in women, particularly within the context of Islamic psychology. We dis...
EP 4: Religious Trauma, الصدمات الدينية - A conversation with Khoulod Aladani in Arabic
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
في هذا الحوار، نتعمق في تعقيدات الصدمات الدينية وتداعياتها النفسية، ونستكشف كيف ي...
EP 3: The Inner Critic & Gods' Mercy - A conversation with Rafah Sahab in Arabic
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
EPISODE IN ARABICفي هذا الحوار العميق، نستكشف معًا تعقيدات الصوت الداخلي وتأثيره على نظرت...
EP 2: Loss, Grief, and God - A conversation with Sarif Alrai.
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we engage in a heartfelt conversation about grief and loss, exploring personal experiences, cultural perspectives, and the emotional j...
Episode 1: The long awaited intro
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 1 sets the pace and space for what this podcast will be about, I introduce myself and my background, and my passion for this ever growing fiel...