Guideline provides free, professional and confidential Islamic counselling to individuals, couples and families from all walks of life. 

Guideline seeks to uplift our families to address mental health matters and empower themselves through community outreach initiatives. 

Counselling is undertaken by qualified mental health professionals and Ulama, and is underpinned by Quranic and Prophetic teachings

Sessions are conducted face-to-face, telephonically or online, and are scheduled on an appointment basis

INDIVIDUAL – 

• On an individual level, Guideline assists to empower those from all backgrounds facing psychosocial challenges.
• Individual challenges are broad, ranging from mental health-related issues, such as depression, anxiety, trauma and bereavement, to social issues, like dealing with difficult family members and handling conflict.
• Often, psychological/mental challenges and social issues overlap, hence, the service aims to address the needs of the individual holistically.
• Spiritual nurturing, Islamic guidance, healthy-habit development and positive lifestyle changes all form part of the Islamic approach to counselling.
• Short-term, goal-oriented counselling is undertaken on a one-to-one basis, with the aim of fostering positive changes in one’s life.

Individual counselling can address a variety of needs, inclusive of:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Trauma
• Suicidal ideation
• Dealing with mental illness
• Bereavement and loss
• Relationship difficulties
• Addiction
• Career guidance

Benefits of individual counselling:

• Personalised Guidance – Tailored support helps address unique challenges, reflecting the Qur'anic principle of individual responsibility.
• Self-reflection – Encourages self-awareness and personal growth, aligning with the Sunnah of self-improvement.
• Emotional Healing – Supports emotional well-being, recovery and resilience, helping one overcome challenges and channel positivity.
• Confidential & Non-judgmental Support: Provides a private and safe space for discussion in order to facilitate open and honest communication.
• Skills Development: Builds practical skills and positive behaviours to achieve balance in one’s life

MARITAL & PRE-MARITAL – 

• Marital counselling aims to guide couples towards cultivating mutual understanding, respect, love and emotional wellbeing with a spiritual focus.
• For those struggling with barriers to communication, mistrust, abuse, neglect, financial or family burdens, marital counselling holistically evaluates the relationship’s needs to provide practical solutions. 
• Premarital counselling aims to guide soon-to-be married individuals in equipping themselves toward the journey of completing half their Deen.
• Guidance on individual preparedness (spiritual, physical and emotional), Nikah and its virtues, nurturing the Islamic home and building long-lasting happiness are covered in pre-marital sessions. 

Benefits of Marital Counselling:

• Improved Communication & Conflict Management – Helping couples to overcome barriers to communication and enhance their communication skills overall 
• Renewed Commitment – Encourages a renewed focus and dedication toward a marriage and its value
• Strengthened bonds - Reinforces marital ties, aligning with the Qur'anic principles of love and mercy in marriage.
• Goal Alignment – Assists in aligning personal and marital goals, reflecting the importance of shared objectives in a relationship.

Benefits of Premarital Counselling:

• Understanding Rights & Responsibilities – Developing insight and appreciation into the mutual rights and duties of spouses toward one another
• Expectation Management – Aligning expectations, reducing potential conflicts and fostering a stronger foundation for the marriage.
• Emotional Preparedness – Prepares individuals emotionally for the commitment of marriage.
• Foundational Understanding – Educating spouses-to-be on the values and principles that form part of the basis of healthy relationships

FAMILY – 

• The family is a system of different parts. A change in any part of the system will trigger changes in all the other parts. When one member of a family is affected by challenges, everyone becomes affected. A disruption in one system causes a disruption of the entire system.
• Family counselling understands this, and is never about blame, shame, guilt or fear. Family counselling is about creating a platform to learn, understand and grow, with a focus on restoring bonds and encouraging healthy communication and behaviours.
• The strength and stability of the Ummah lies in the strength and stability of the individuals who make up the Ummah. Thus, Guideline seeks to help strengthen our family units in facing and eliminating these problems. 
• Our aim is to serve the family unit, and create a safe platform for each member to express their feelings and concerns in order to meet individualised needs and family-orientated goals.

Additional Areas of Focus:

Family counselling can also help with:

• Conflicts between siblings
• Parenting struggles
• Developing functional relationships post-divorce
• Supporting family members through addiction and rehabilitation
• Adapting to major changes
• Dealing with chronic illness or death as a family

Benefits of Family Counselling:

• Improved Communication – Fostering open and honest dialogue among family members, helping to bridge communication gaps and reduce misunderstandings.
• Strengthening Islamic Values – Nurturing an Islamic home environment by aligning family practices with Islamic principles
• Repairing and Strengthening Bonds – Rebuilding relationships, creating a more cohesive and supportive unit.
• Reinforcement of Strengths and Addressing Weaknesses – Building on family strengths and improving areas of weakness, enhancing overall family functioning.
• Enhanced Problem-Solving Skills – Families learn effective problem-solving techniques and conflict resolution strategies, equipping them to handle future challenges more effectively and collaboratively.

COMMUNITY – 

• Beyond counselling, Guideline aims to educate and empower people from all walks of life through our enrichment programmes and community support initiatives 
• Destigmatising mental health matters on a community level begins by nurturing sound habits in the home and amongst families. 
• Through Islamic psychosocial workshops, learner-support initiatives, enrichment programmes, awareness campaigns and volunteer training, Guideline’s community reach is ever-expanding. 

Community Work Scope:

• Awareness Campaigns – Educating the public about healthy mental habits, marital enrichment, Islamic parenting, youth wellbeing and overall wellness, both online and in person.
• Enrichment Programmes – Themed workshops tackling individual, marital and family enrichment.
• Learner-Support Initiatives – Providing mental health support and programmes to school learners to nurture their understanding and resilience.
• Volunteer Training: Training students in mental health-related fields and offering volunteer opportunities for individual and academic growth.