Resources for Clients

Inspirited Minds

Inspirited Minds is a mental health charity based in London and offers support virtually across the UK. IM is currently offering free counselling services to those directly affected by the war in Palestine. For more information visit www.inspiritedminds.org.uk

Mindworks UK

Mindsworks UK work closely with women who have suffered or going through domestic violence and sexual abuse and work collaboratively with other agencies to support these women. They provide psychological support to individuals, couples, family and groups. For more information visit www.mindworksuk.co.uk

Muslim Women Network UK

Muslim Women Network UK (MWNUK) has set up and operate a national specialist faith and culturally sensitive helpline that is confidential and non-judgmental, which offers information, support, guidance and referrals for those who are suffering from or at risk of abuse or facing problems on a range of issues.

For more information on the helpline, visit www.mwnhelpline.co.uk

Muslim Youth Helpline

Muslim Youth Helpline provides support at the point of crisis for those that need emotional support and signposting. Their core service is a free and confidential Helpline, available nationally via the telephone, email, live chat and letters. The service uses male and female volunteers trained in basic counselling skills to respond to client enquiries. For more information, visit www.myh.org.uk

Sakoon Counselling

Sakoon Islamic Counselling Services aims to strengthen individuals, couples and families as they face life challenges. Sakoon support the well-being of people, communities and organisations through counselling, education, outreach and advocacy. For more information, visit www.sakoon.co.uk

Approachable Parenting

Approachable Parenting deliver their services mainly to Muslim families as well as training and support to organisations who work with Muslim families. They provide a unique service where individuals and parents are invited to explore problems, learn knowledge, skills and techniques to improve their own development, understanding of themselves and others in a safe environment. For more information, visit www.approachableparenting.org

Muslim Counsellor and Psychotherapist Network (MCAPN)

The Muslim Counsellor and Psychotherapist Network (MCAPN) is the online home for Muslim Counsellors, Psychotherapists, Psychiatrists and Counselling Psychologists worldwide. MCAPN provides support for Muslim mental health practitioners and offers a Muslim Counselling Directory. For more information, visit www.mcapn.co.uk

British Islamic Medical Association (BIMA)

The British Islamic Medical Association (BIMA) is a democratic national organisation that aims to unite, inspire and serve Muslim healthcare professionals in the UK. BIMA also provides medical information for mental health.

For any queries, email to info@britishima.org or visit their website www.britishima.org

Muslim Mental Health & Islamic Psychology Lab (Stanford University)

The Stanford Muslim Mental Health & Islamic Psychology Lab serves as an academic home for the study of mental health and psychology in the context of the Islamic faith and Muslim populations. The Lab aims to provide intellectual resources to clinicians, researchers, trainees, educators, community, and religious leaders working with or studying Muslims.

An extensive range of literature can be found on their website www.med.stanford.edu/mmhip.html T