Blood Brothers Imam Abdullah Hasan | Muslim marriages, secular therapy & UK Muslims BB #170
Jun 15, 2025
Imam Abdullah Hasan, a British scholar and counselor, dives into the intricacies of Muslim marriages and the relevance of secular therapy. He discusses common divorce triggers like finances and in-laws, as well as the impact of modern ideologies on family dynamics. The conversation delves into mental health within the community, emphasizing a need for therapy rooted in Islamic principles. Topics like identity, integration versus assimilation, and political engagement among UK Muslims add depth, uncovering the challenges faced within cultural and societal contexts.
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Islamic vs Secular Counseling
- Secular counseling is based on ideologies like individualism and capitalism, conflicting with Islamic principles.
- Islamic psychology uses traditional Islamic knowledge as a framework for counseling and healing.
Harmful Adoption in Muslim Therapy
- Many Muslim therapists unknowingly adopt secular frameworks rooted in non-Islamic ideologies.
- This adoption can harm marriages by shaping views conflicting with Islamic marriage principles.
Extensive Marriage Mediation Experience
- Imam Abdullah Hasan has mediated over 500 marriage cases in 10-15 years.
- Last year alone he spent over 300 hours in marriage counseling sessions.