Between Two Traditions: Introduction to Islamic Psychology (SOLD OUT)
Location
University of Melbourne, Glyn Davis Building (The Malaysian Theatre)
Hosted by
Muslim Mental Health Professionals
About
Come and Learn the Weaving History of Islamic Psychology
Long before modern psychology had a name, Muslim scholars were writing about the mind, heart and soul. Thinkers such as Al-Balkhi, Ibn Sina and Al-Ghazali explored emotions, mental illness and well-being. Some of their ideas still echo in therapy rooms today.
Between Two Traditions looks at where these two worlds meet.
What you'll learn:
- How Islamic scholars understood the human mind and soul
- Key figures and their contributions to mental health
- Core concepts such as the nafs, qalb, 'aql and ruh
- Where Islamic and Western psychology overlap and differ
- How practitioners bring both traditions together today
Speakers:
Aysegul Sertel (MMHP Co-Founder & President)
Aysegul is a Clinical Psychologist and PhD candidate at The Cairnmillar Institute. Her research looks at how culture and faith shape mental health and therapy for Muslim clients.
Varda Khan (MMHP Public Relations)
Varda is an Educational & Developmental Psychologist and Clinical Registrar.
Both speakers have graduated from Cambridge Muslim College's Islamic Psychology program and completed TIIP (Traditional Islamically Integrated Psychotherapy) levels 1 and 2.
Time: 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm (doors open 6:00 pm):
Venue: The University of Melbourne,Glyn Davis Building (MSD Building 133), The Malaysian Theatre Room B121
Address: Building 133/7 Spencer Rd, Parkville VIC 3010
Cost: Free (Registration required)
Who should attend: Anyone curious about Islamic Psychology is welcome. University students in psychology, social work, counselling, or related fields will find it particularly beneficial.
Light refreshments will be provided. Please indicate any dietary requirements upon registering.
