Course 1 (ICT-T)Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Trauma : Overcoming Trauma, Rebuilding Your Life

Number of Sessions

12 sessions

Duration

12 weeks (1 session per week, 1 hour & a half  per session)

Module Objectives

By the end of this module, participants will:

• Understand trauma and PTSD, including how they impact thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.
• Differentiate PTSD symptoms from normal stress responses and identify key features of Complex PTSD.
• Recognize therapeutic tools rooted in the Quran and Sunnah for managing trauma and promoting emotional healing.
• Learn practical strategies for addressing intrusive thoughts, emotional triggers, and behavioural avoidance.
• Gain tools to rebuild purpose and meaning in life through Islamic teachings and evidence-based therapeutic practices.

Module Description

This module integrates modern Cognitive Therapy for PTSD with therapeutic tools found in the Quran and Sunnah to provide a holistic approach to healing trauma. Participants will learn to identify and manage PTSD symptoms such as flashbacks, avoidance, and emotional overwhelm while exploring how Islamic principles support emotional and psychological well-being.

The course emphasizes tools such as reflection (tafakkur), structured journaling, and the therapeutic use of Quranic verses and prophetic teachings. By combining these approaches with evidence-based interventions, attendees will discover effective methods for healing themselves and supporting others in their trauma recovery journey.

This module is designed for individuals from diverse backgrounds, including therapists, caregivers, educators, and community members, with or without prior knowledge of trauma therapy.

Who Is It For?

• Therapists: Learn to incorporate Quranic and Sunnah-based therapeutic tools into trauma-focused care.
• Caregivers: Gain culturally sensitive and practical strategies to support loved ones through trauma.
• Educators: Understand trauma’s impact on learning and behaviour while discovering supportive interventions.
• Community Members: Build self-awareness and explore Islamic tools to aid healing and personal growth.

This module is approachable for anyone interested in understanding trauma and healing  through a blend of Islamic teachings and modernCognitive Behavioural Techniques.