Islamic Counselling Online: Professional Therapy That Respects Your Faith
People searching for Islamic counselling are usually looking for two things at once: professional help for anxiety, low mood, marriage or family problems, and a counsellor who will respect their faith and not treat it as the problem. The Meeting Matters offers faith-respecting counselling online, with Mr. Muhammad Naushad Anjum, a psychologist registered with the UK Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and in the UAE, in English, Urdu or Punjabi.
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What We Do and What We Do Not Do
We provide professional, evidence-based counselling and psychotherapy, such as CBT, that respects Muslim faith and values. We are not a religious authority and do not issue fatwas or religious rulings. For questions of fiqh, please consult a qualified scholar. Many clients use therapy and religious guidance side by side.
Is Therapy Allowed in Islam?
Many Muslims ask this before their first session. Seeking treatment for mental and emotional difficulty is widely understood as consistent with caring for your health. Our guide is therapy allowed in Islam explains the common questions, and the one on marriage counselling in Islam covers couples. For a ruling on your own situation, speak to a scholar you trust.
Who You Will Work With
Mr. Muhammad Naushad Anjum founded The Meeting Matters in 2010. He is registered with the HCPC in the UK and in the UAE, holds an MPhil and an MSc in Psychology, and has been consultant psychologist to the employee assistance programmes of BBC, Optum and Workplace Options since 2012. His specialist areas are CBT, DBT, couple and marriage counselling, family counselling and trauma. You can read his full profile and background.
Common Reasons People Come
Anxiety and constant worry, depression and low mood, marriage problems and in-law conflict, grief and loss, stress and burnout, guilt and shame, repeated religious doubts or intrusive thoughts (sometimes a form of OCD, known in many communities as waswasa), and difficulty balancing faith with life abroad. See anxiety, depression, OCD treatment and Islamic marriage counselling.
How Sessions Work
Sessions are online by secure video. The first session is about listening: what is happening, what you want to change, and how faith and family fit into your life. We then agree a plan. Mr. Anjum is mostly available online, and our client team arranges bookings around his availability and your time zone, and can offer another psychologist from our team if you want to start sooner, including a female psychologist if you prefer.
Free and Low-Cost Options
If cost is a concern, there are often free community or public services in your country, sometimes with waiting lists. In the UK, NHS Talking Therapies accept self-referral. This is a private service, and fees are confirmed when you book. See also Muslim therapist online.
Book a Session
Book a session or message us on WhatsApp with your country and time zone. We usually reply within about 30 minutes. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call your local emergency number; in the UK Samaritans is 116 123, and in the USA or Canada you can call or text 988.
Meet the Specialist
Muhammad Naushad Anjum
Founder & Lead Psychologist — Couples, Marriage & Relationship Counselling
Mr. Muhammad Naushad Anjum is the founder of The Meeting Matters, registered with the UK Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and in the UAE, with an MPhil and MSc in Psychology. He specialises in CBT, DBT, couple and marriage counselling and trauma, and has been consultant psychologist to the employee assistance programmes of BBC, Optum and Workplace Options since 2012. He works mostly online, in English, Urdu or Punjabi.
What Muhammad helps with:
Meet Therapists Who Can Help
Muhammad Naushad Anjum
Founder & Lead Psychologist — Couples, Marriage & Relationship Counselling
Lamiah Munaf
Teenage Counselor & Educational Remedial Therapist
Kainat Ali
Clinical Psychologist — Anxiety, Panic Disorder & BPD
What Our Clients Say
“I had a really great experience at Meeting Matters Clinic in F-11. The therapists here are highly professional aur unka ravaiya bohat supportive hai. It’s not easy to find a safe space for mental health, but yahan ka mahol bohat pur-sakoon aur welcoming hai. They genuinely listen to your problems without any judgment. Highly recommended for anyone looking for good counseling in Islamabad.”
Subhan A. · Google Review
“I am truly grateful to Ms. Tasmiya Asghar and the team at Meeting Matters. I reached out during one of the most difficult periods of my life while dealing with grief and trying to be the best parent I could be for my children. Ms. Tasmiya's kindness, empathy, and guidance helped me navigate emotions that often felt overwhelming. She helped me understand my feelings, regain perspective, and think through practical ways of supporting my children and myself. I always felt respected, heard, and comfortable during our sessions. I would wholeheartedly recommend Ms. Tasmiya Asghar and Meeting Matters to anyone going through a challenging time and looking for professional support in a compassionate environment.”
Hashir K. · Google Review
“Have noticed alot of changes within myself because of the sessions I've had. My therapist is extremely kind and helpful. I've never once felt uncomfortable feeling like I'm talking to a stranger. My Dr has made me feel as if she's my own and has helped me a lot.”
Shagufta K. · Google Review
15+ Years of Experience You Can Trust
The Meeting Matters has been providing professional counseling, therapy and training since 2010 — over fifteen years of clinical experience supporting individuals, couples and families across Pakistan and around the world. Our psychologists are trained in evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, EMDR and psychodynamic therapy, delivered through confidential online counseling and online therapy as well as in-person sessions at our Islamabad clinic.
Explore Our Full Range of Services
Alongside specialist support for this concern, you have access to our full range of services — the same experienced team, available online or in person:
Individual Therapy
One-to-one online counseling and therapy for anxiety, depression, stress and personal growth.
Couples Counseling
Online relationship counseling for communication, conflict and rebuilding trust.
Marriage Counseling
Online marriage counseling for couples working through distress or disconnection.
Premarital Counseling
Guided conversations before marriage, available online.
Family Therapy
Family counseling for communication, parenting and conflict resolution.
Child Psychology
Child and adolescent therapy with parent guidance.
Online Therapy
Secure online therapy sessions from anywhere.
Corporate Mental Health Workshops
Workplace wellbeing programs for organisations.
Career Counseling
Support for career transitions and workplace stress.
Key Benefits
- Counselling that respects Muslim faith and values
- HCPC-registered psychologist (UK) and UAE registered
- English, Urdu or Punjabi
- Anxiety, depression, marriage, family, OCD and grief
- Online from anywhere
- Confidential
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