Mental Health

About this course

An introductory course on Mental Health and the Family (3 credit hours)

This course will provide an in-depth study on Mental Health specifically from a family perspective. Students will get an overview of the latest theories and methods applied by therapists in addressing various family issues, and gain understanding on how individuals and families impact each other. The instructor will incorporate Islamic principles and concepts, drawing from his own experience as a licensed marriage & family therapist. Healthy families produce healthy communities, and healthy communities produce a healthy ummah. This course will provide the foundation for providing family therapy in the future. It is excellent for anyone who is planning on working with individuals, couples, and families as a religious leader, a clinician, or for anyone who wants to know more about family relationships and their impact on mental health and wellness.

About the Instructor(s)

Ust Khalid Aziz

Ustadh Khalid Abdul-Aziz brings over 14 years of experience counseling individuals and families on a wide range of behavioral health issues, including addiction, anger management, marriage and family dynamics, and personal development. His approach is rooted in the Qur’an and authentic Sunnah, integrating Islamic principles with evidence-based practices. He is a mental health counselor, master addiction counselor, anger management specialist, and marriage counselor, affiliated with the Center for Islamic Counseling and Guidance (CICG). Ustadh Khalid is also the Founder and Director of the Dawah Center for Human Development and serves as Imam and Director of Masjid Bilal ibn Rabah in Jonesboro, GA, mentoring community members, delivering lectures, and guiding new Muslims and returning citizens. He has pursued advanced Islamic studies in Madinah, focusing on classical Islamic sciences and Arabic, combining scholarly knowledge with practical counseling to serve the holistic development of individuals and the broader Muslim community.