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Individual Sessions
Confidential one-to-one appointments to explore emotional difficulties, patterns of thinking and behaviour, relationships, personal values and spiritual concerns.
Explore individual sessions →Adam El Turaify · Psychologist (BPS GBC)
Understanding the Mind.
Nurturing the Heart.
Transforming the Self.
Islamic psychology, Sufi teachings (Tasawwuf) and Islamically integrated therapeutic practice — bringing together contemporary psychological approaches and the spiritual wisdom of the Islamic tradition.
Individual appointments, reflective group programmes and educational courses for people seeking greater self-awareness, emotional balance and meaningful change.
How we can work together
Three paths to learning and personal growth
Whether you prefer individual conversations, learning with others, or structured study, there is a way to begin.
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Groups & Workshops
Guided group reflection, interactive workshops and shared learning on self-awareness, emotional wellbeing, habits and the inner journey.
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Courses & Teaching
Islamic psychology and Tasawwuf through classical teachings, the Beautiful Names of Allah, practical reflection and contemporary psychological insights.
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Psychological understanding, rooted in the human experience
Adam El Turaify
PhD Researcher, Health Studies (Mental Health), University of Nottingham
MSc Clinical Psychology
MSc Psychology, University of South Wales
BPS Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC)
I bring together contemporary psychology and the traditional teachings of Islamic spirituality, especially Sufism (Tasawwuf) and tazkiyat al-nafs — the development and purification of the self.
My professional experience includes working with people facing mental health difficulties, neurodivergent challenges, substance misuse, emotional distress and complex life circumstances.
My teaching and therapeutic approach draw on Sufi teachings and Islamically integrated psychological principles. I explore how self-understanding, emotional awareness, practical change and spiritual meaning can inform one another.
People of all cultural and religious backgrounds are welcome. Spiritual content is included in individual work only where the person wishes to explore it.
One-to-one
Individual Sessions
A confidential, compassionate space to understand your experiences and work towards realistic change.
Sessions may explore anxiety, overthinking, low mood, stress, burnout, loneliness, relationships, behavioural patterns, ADHD-related challenges, emotional regulation, addiction-related difficulties, or questions of identity and spiritual meaning.
My approach draws on CBT-informed techniques, ACT-informed principles, person-centred values and motivational interviewing, with Sufi teachings and Islamically integrated therapeutic practices incorporated when requested.
£80 per 60-minute session
Face-to-face in Cardiff or online via Zoom.
Sessions do not include formal ADHD or autism diagnostic assessment. Specialist clinical needs may require referral.
Areas of focus
Learning together
Group Sessions & Workshops
An opportunity to explore the inner life with others through guided reflection, conversation and practical exercises.
Self-Awareness & Emotional Wellbeing
Understand patterns of thought, emotional responses and behaviour, and explore practical tools for personal change.
The Inner Journey in Tasawwuf
Reflect on the nafs, the heart, self-examination, remembrance and the cultivation of spiritual qualities.
The Beautiful Names of Allah
Explore the Divine Names as a source of reflection, meaning, self-awareness and spiritual development.
Community Workshops
Interactive teaching on topics such as stress, habits, resilience, purpose and the relationship between psychology and spirituality.
Group topics, formats and availability may vary. Please enquire about current or upcoming programmes.
Ask About Group SessionsCourses, lectures & study
Islamic Psychology & Sufi Education
Exploring Sufi teachings and Islamically integrated approaches to psychological wellbeing, spiritual growth and everyday life.
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Sufi Teachings & Inner Development
Explore self-awareness, inner struggles, spiritual practices and practical steps towards meaningful personal development.
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The Beautiful Names of Allah
Learning and reflection inspired by The Healing Map Through the Beautiful Names of Allah, connecting spiritual meanings with emotional life and personal growth.
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Sufism, the Self & the Heart
Study and reflection on the nafs, spiritual attentiveness, contentment, trust and transformation, informed by the classical Sufi tradition.
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Books on the Inner Life, Psychology & Sufi Healing
Explore my writings on self-understanding, spiritual reflection, Sufi teachings and personal transformation. Please enquire for details about individual titles and availability.
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The Healing Map Through the Beautiful Names of Allah
خارطة الشفاء بأسماء الله الحسنى
A reflective exploration of the Beautiful Names of Allah, emotional experience, self-awareness and spiritual development, forming part of my educational teaching.
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Soul Dementia
Part of my collection of writing on the inner life and personal transformation.
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Alchemy of Love
Explore this title as part of my wider writing and teaching on spirituality and the human experience.
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Sufi Healing Journey
A title within my collection of Sufi-inspired writing and educational resources.
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Mind, Self, Spirit & Emotion
Islamic psychology offers a rich language for understanding the inner life alongside contemporary psychological approaches.
ʿAql — Intellect
Thoughts, beliefs, reasoning and interpretation.
Nafs — Self
Habits, desires, motivations and behavioural inclinations.
Rūḥ — Spirit
Spiritual awareness, purpose and connection.
Emotional experience
Recognising, understanding and responding to feelings.
Practices such as muhasabah (self-reflection), muraqabah (attentiveness), dhikr (remembrance), tawakkul (trust) and rida (contentment) may be explored when appropriate and desired.
Start a conversation
Contact House of Shifaa
Enquire about individual appointments, group programmes, courses or educational collaborations.
Based in Cardiff, with online sessions and teaching opportunities.
Adam El Turaify
Email
adamtrafi@gmail.com
Telephone
07445 761306
Languages
English and Arabic
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