Nafs and Therapy

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 is a health podcast hosted by Noura Amkieh, with 25 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Noura Amkieh hosts Nafs and Therapy, a health show with 25 episodes published.

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  Episode #4

  S3 E4: The ancient dilemma: knowing the right way but choosing otherwise

  Apr 14, 202656 minS3

  <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>The relationship between theoretical and applied knowledge in Islamic ethicsHow desires (Shahwa vs. Hawwa) influence moral decision-makingThe role of character formation and habituation in moral developmentThe concept of the soul as the real doer in human actionsNavigating ethical dilemmas, biases, and diversity of opinions in Islamic lawThe importance of self-awareness and continuous striving for...

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  Episode #3

  S3 E3: Why focusing on holy texts in context can transforms how you connect with Allah

  Mar 29, 202640 minS3

  <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>The contrast between pre-modern and modern interest in Quranic narratives and their ethical implicationsHow Quranic stories serve as models for moral resilience and emotional engagementStrategies for lay Muslims to interpret Quranic verses responsibly and meaningfullyThe significance of...

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  Episode #2

  S3 E2: Living Fiqh: Capacity, Choice, and our limitations.

  Feb 23, 202640 minS3

  <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...

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  Episode #1

  S3 E1: Beyond the Checklist: Islamic Law, Moral Responsibility, and Mental Wellbeing.

  Feb 17, 20261h 4mS3

  <p>What happens when “doing religion right” starts to feel like anxiety, guilt, or a constant inner audit? In this conversation, Dr. Adnan A. Zulfiqar explores the meeting point between Islamic law, ethics, and mental health—and offers a more grounded, spacious way to think about moral responsibility, shame, and returning to faith.</p><p>Dr. Zulfiqar shares his personal path into Islamic studies, and why Islamic tradition can’t be reduced to a rigid checklist. We talk about how guilt and shame shape the inner life, how people get distanced from Allah through fear-based religious experiences, and what it means to...

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  S3 E1: Beyond the Checklist: Islamic Law, Moral Responsibility, and Mental Wellbeing.

  Feb 16, 20262h 8mS3

  <p>What happens when “doing religion right” starts to feel like anxiety, guilt, or a constant inner audit? In this conversation, Dr. Adnan A. Zulfiqar explores the meeting point between Islamic law, ethics, and mental health—and offers a more grounded, spacious way to think about moral responsibility, shame, and returning to faith.</p><p>Dr. Zulfiqar shares his personal path into Islamic studies, and why Islamic tradition can’t be reduced to a rigid checklist. We talk about how guilt and shame shape the inner life, how people get distanced from Allah through fear-based religious experiences, and what it means to...

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