Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): KANO JOURNAL OF EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY (KaJEP)
Articles

Integrating Islamic Principles into Cognitive Behaviour Therapy: A Holistic Approach to Mental Health

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  • Taofeeq Sola Salaudeen,
  • Aminullahi Adetoro Yusuff
Taofeeq Sola Salaudeen
Federal University of Education, Zaria
DOI: https://doi.org/10.59479/jiaheri.v5i1.107
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Published 10/16/2025

Keywords

  • integration,
  • cognitive,
  • therapy,
  • mental Health

How to Cite

Salaudeen, T. S., & Yusuff, A. A. (2025). Integrating Islamic Principles into Cognitive Behaviour Therapy: A Holistic Approach to Mental Health. Journal of Institute of Africa Higher Education Research and Innovation (IAHERI), 5(1), 85–92. https://doi.org/10.59479/jiaheri.v5i1.107

Abstract

This paper explores the integration of Islamic principles into Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) to enhance its cultural and spiritual relevance for Muslim clients. While CBT is evidence-based, its Western secular origins may limit its effectiveness in Islamic contexts. The proposed framework, grounded in Islamic psychology and concepts such as tawakkul (trust in God), sabr (patience), and muraqabah (self-awareness), aligns therapeutic techniques with Qur’anic teachings and prophetic traditions. The paper highlights the benefits of Islamically Integrated CBT (IICBT), including improved client engagement, holistic healing, and culturally sensitive care. Ethical considerations and implications for practice are also discussed.

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