Dr Abdallah Rothman

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Dr. Abdallah Rothman is the founder of Dar al-Shifaa and co-founder and Executive Director of the International Association of Islamic Psychology, working at the intersection of Islamic spirituality and mental health practice.

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Board Certified Registered Art Therapist (ATR-BC), licensed in the United States and currently living abroad in the UAE.

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Latest Publications

Early Muslim Scholars’ Conceptions of Character Development and Contemporary Applications in Mental Health and Wellbeing

August 4, 2024

Early Muslim Scholars’ Conceptions of Character Development and Contemporary Applications in Mental Health and Wellbeing

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Clinical Applications of Islamic Psychology

December 15, 2023

Clinical Applications of Islamic Psychology

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The Clinical Scope of Islamic Psychotherapy

December 5, 2023

The Clinical Scope of Islamic Psychotherapy

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Upcoming Events

Canadian Muslim Mental Health Conference

Canadian Muslim Mental Health Conference

  Dec 15th, 2024     8:00 AM – 6:30 PM     Toronto, Ontario


Mental health professionals, physicians and allied health of all backgrounds are invited to attend the upcoming Canadian Muslim Mental Health Conference which will be held in person, with the topic Integrating Approaches: Advancing Mental Health Care for Muslims. Keynote: Islamic

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Applied Islamic Psychology: Introductory Training for Practitioners

Applied Islamic Psychology: Introductory Training for Practitioners

  Dec 7th-Dec 8th, 2024     10:00 AM – 5:00 PM     University City, Philadelphia, PA


This professional development training course, designed for mental health practitioners and professionals in related fields, offers an in-depth introduction to Islamic psychology in practice. Participants will explore the historical and philosophical foundations of an Islamic understanding of human psychology, focusing

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Muraqaba Retreat: Bali, Indonesia

Muraqaba Retreat: Bali, Indonesia

  December 29, 2024 - January 4, 2025     Bali, Indonesia


Start the New Year with spiritual renewal as we gather in community to immerse ourselves in heart-centered meditation practice, surrounded by the natural beauty and serenity of Bali. This retreat will include silent meditation sessions, reflections on Sufi poetry, heart-centered

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