Counselling Muslim Clients

REACH is Edmonton's Council for Safe Communities. We are a capacity-building, community-based organization working to mobilize and coordinate organizations, community groups and Edmontonians to find innovative solutions to prevention and community safety.

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Join REACH Edmonton in this online 2-part series on Supporting Muslim Clients, facilitated by Ibrahim J. Long, MSW, MA

<h3>A 2-Part Series on Supporting Muslim Clients</h3>REACH Edmonton Council for Safe Communities is committed to providing knowledgeable, practical solutions for working with vulnerable people and diverse populations.This session is the second in a series presented via a partnership between Ibrahim J. Long, MSW, MA, and REACH Edmonton. Interactive Online Training:While this session will be held online, we intend to create an interactive learning space. <h3>Counselling Muslim Clients</h3>Join us to learn about the spiritual, psychological, and cultural frameworks that intersect with your Muslim client’s mental health goals and concerns. Participants will be introduced to essential concepts in Islamic spirituality, the history of Islamic psychology, and religious practices that are essential to understand when counselling your Muslim clientele. Participants will:<ul><li>Gain a better understanding of Islamic beliefs and practices around mental health.</li><li>Learn about current and historical developments in the practice of Islamic psychology.</li><li>Gain a better understanding of the contemporary role and function of the imam in relation to mental health.</li><li>Develop cultural competencies through guided lessons and cases studies.</li></ul> <h3> </h3><h3>About the Facilitator:</h3>Ibrahim J. Long, MSW, MA, is a passionate advocate for the integration of spirituality and mental health. He is a registered social worker and professional chaplain with over a decade of experience supporting diverse individuals and families in educational, healthcare, community-based, and correctional institutions. Presently, Ibrahim serves as the Youth Wellness Manager for Islamic Family (IFSSA). <h3>Who is it for?</h3>This training is catered to professionals including but not limited to: social service workers, peer support workers, first responders, educators, law enforcement officers, supervisors, managers, and directors working in the social service, education, or healthcare sector.Cost: Free (the cost to participants is highly subsidized by REACH Edmonton)Space is limited—register early!

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