Cognitive Therapy Approach from Islamic Psycho-spiritual Conception

The purpose of this paper is to highlight a cognitive therapy approach from Islamic psycho-spiritual conception. The first section of this paper discusses on the concept of human abnormal from Islamic psycho-spiritual perspective. The discussion in this section will elaborates on the nature of man, the dynamic elements inherent in human soul, and how these elements influence the cognitive, affective and behavioral aspects of man. The second part of this article focuses on the cognitive therapy approach as devised by Muslim scholars. In this respect, the article will explain techniques and procedures in Islamic cognitive therapy approach. The techniques involved are opposite therapy, contemplation, prayer, and the power of suggestion.