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.
Nafs and Therapy
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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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Recent Episodes
April 14, 2026
S3 E4: The ancient dilemma: knowing the right way but choosing otherwise
<p>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, the role of desires, and practical steps toward moral excellence within Islamic tradition.</p><p>Main Topics:</p><ul><li>The relationship between theoretical and applied knowledge in Islamic ethics</li><li>How desires (Shahwa vs. Hawwa) influence moral decision-making</li><li>The role of character formation and habituation in moral development</li><li>The concept of the soul as the real doer in human actions</li><li>Navigating ethical dilemmas, biases, and diversity of opinions in Islamic law</li><li>The importance of self-awareness and continuous striving for humanity</li></ul><ul><li>Dr. Mutaz shares his personal journey of building a library lost to war, emphasizing the value of purposeful knowledge</li><li>The distinction between theoretical (knowing) and practical (acting) wisdom rooted in Greek and Islamic philosophy</li><li>How Islamic ethics does not aim to eradicate desires but to purify and regulate them through moderation</li><li>The significance of intentions, motivations, and inner states (Baath, Dafa'a) in moral actions</li><li>The process of habit formation in character, highlighting the importance of repetition and consistency</li><li>Practical advice on evaluating one's qualifications for responsibility and moral effort</li><li>The concept of continuity in actions leading to stable change and character transformation</li><li>Aligning intentions, emotions, and rationality to foster genuine virtue over superficial compliance</li></ul><ul><li><a href="https://www.hbku.edu.qa/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Hamad bin Khalifa University</a></li><li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Al-Ghazali" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Imam Ghazali’s writings on Nafs and morality</a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Islamic+ethics" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Classical Islamic Ethics Literature</a></li></ul><p><strong>You can find Dr Mutaz on:</strong></p><p>https://www.hbku.edu.qa/en/staff/mutaz-alkhatib</p><p><strong>You can find me on:</strong></p><p>Website: https://nouraamkieh.com/</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nafsandtherapy</p>
March 29, 2026
S3 E3: Why focusing on holy texts in context can transforms how you connect with Allah
<p>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 to approach challenging passages, the relevance of prophetic models, and the importance of context in understanding Allah's disclosed words, highlighting how timeless divine wisdom remains relevant today.</p><p>Key Topics</p><ul><li>The contrast between pre-modern and modern interest in Quranic narratives and their ethical implications</li><li>How Quranic stories serve as models for moral resilience and emotional engagement</li><li>Strategies for lay Muslims to interpret Quranic verses responsibly and meaningfully</li><li>The significance of context and comprehensive reading over isolated verses</li><li>The prophetic approach to tough verses, emphasizing compassion, patience, and understanding</li><li>Addressing verses about gender roles and the importance of holistic interpretation</li><li>How Quranic stories function as moral typologies rather than strict historical accounts</li><li>The role of divine love, fear, and hope in understanding Allah's interaction with prophets</li><li>Practical guidance for engaging with the Quran—consulting translations, tafsir, and embracing multiple interpretations</li><li>Emphasizing that the Quran addresses timeless human experiences, fostering self-identification and ethical growth</li></ul><ul><li>Behind the Story Essentials: Ethical Readings of Quranic Narratives</li><li><a href="https://quran.com/2/137">Tafsir al-Jalalayn</a> — A classical tafsir exploring thematic interpretations</li><li><a href="https://sunnah.com/bukhari">Sahih al-Bukhari</a> — Authentic Prophetic sayings relevant to ethical behavior</li><li><a href="https://example.com/the-prophetic-ethical-model">The Relevance of Prophetic Models</a> — An article discussing how prophets serve as ethical exemplars</li></ul><p><strong>You can find Dr Samer on:</strong></p><p>https://www.hbku.edu.qa/en/staff/dr-samer-rashwani</p><p><strong>You can find me on:</strong></p><p>Website: https://nouraamkieh.com/</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nafsandtherapy</p>
February 23, 2026
S3 E2: Living Fiqh: Capacity, Choice, and our limitations.
<p>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?</p><p>In this conversation, Dr. Mohammad Fadel joins me to explore the meeting point between Islamic knowledge and mental health, and why many spiritual struggles are not a lack of faith but a struggle with meaning, responsibility, and what is realistically possible for us.</p><p>We talk about fiqh as a living tradition meant to guide everyday Muslims, how Islam holds obligation alongside capacity, and why doing religion right can become emotionally heavy when it is disconnected from context, mercy, and purpose. We also unpack the inner tension between free will and destiny, the implications of fatwa shopping, and how therapists can engage the spiritual world of clients with more care and depth.</p><p>At the heart of it all is a simple reminder: learning Islam is not only about finding answers, it is about forming a self that can return to Allah with honesty, even in complexity.</p><p><strong>You can find Dr Fadel on:</strong></p><p>https://jackmanlaw.utoronto.ca/people/mohammad-fadel</p><p><strong>You can find me on:</strong></p><p>Website: https://nouraamkieh.com/</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nafsandtherapy</p>
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