Course 6 (ICT-R) Cognitive Therapy for Relationships: Strengthening Emotional Bonds and Rebuilding Trust and Love

Number of Sessions

12 sessions

Duration

12 weeks (1 session per week, 1 hour per session)

Module Objectives

By the end of this module, participants will:

1. Understand Common Relationship Challenges

• Explore common conflicts in modern relationships, such as communication breakdowns, mismatched expectations, and financial stress.
• Recognize relationship dynamics in the Muslim context, such as navigating cultural expectations, balancing family roles, and addressing spiritual misalignment.

2. Learn Evidence-Based Techniques for Relationship Growth

• Apply tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns in relationships.
• Practice active listening, empathy-building, and assertive communication skills to reduce conflict.

3. Integrate Islamic Principles to Strengthen Bonds

• Explore Quranic guidance on kindness, forgiveness, and understanding in relationships, such as:
• The verse "And live with them in kindness" (Quran 4:19) as a foundation for marital harmony.
• Learn from Prophetic examples of patience, compassion, and mutual respect in nurturing relationships.

4. Develop Skills for Conflict Resolution and Mutual Growth

• Learn strategies to resolve conflicts peacefully and strengthen emotional connection.
• Discover how shared goals, spiritual alignment, and intentional action can promote lasting harmony.

5. Support Individual and Couple Well-Being

• Understand how personal growth and self-awareness enhance relationships.
• Recognize when to seek additional support, such as counseling or mediation, to navigate challenging issues.

Module Description

This module combines evidence-based relationship techniques with timeless Islamic principles to provide a comprehensive approach to strengthening relationships. Couples and individuals will learn practical skills to navigate common challenges such as communication issues, mismatched expectations, and conflicts around family or finances.

The course emphasizes building strong foundations through empathy, mutual understanding, and shared goals. Participants will explore Quranic guidance and Prophetic teachings on maintaining harmony, resolving disputes, and nurturing love and respect in relationships. CBT-based tools, such as communication exercises, cognitive reframing, and conflict resolution strategies, will be integrated with Islamic values to provide actionable steps for growth.

Whether participants are looking to enhance their relationships, navigate challenges, or prepare for future commitments, this module offers a supportive and spiritually aligned framework for success.

Who Is It For?

• Couples: Learn tools to strengthen your relationship, improve communication, and resolve conflicts with compassion and faith.
• Individuals: Develop self-awareness and relationship skills to enhance existing bonds or prepare for future commitments.
• Therapists: Gain culturally sensitive techniques to support Muslim clients in couple therapy and relationship counseling.
• Community Leaders and Educators: Understand relationship dynamics and discover strategies to support individuals and families in fostering harmony.

This module is ideal for anyone seeking to enhance relationships or support others in navigating challenges through a blend of modern Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy and Islamic principles.