The Shiffa Method
The Shifaa Method is a spiritually grounded, heart-centered, somatic therapeutic approach developed by Dr. Abdallah Rothman.
It brings together Islamic spiritual psychology, embodied presence, and applied therapeutic practice to support real inner transformation.
Each level builds on the one before it, guiding learners from foundational concepts to practical application, and eventually to advanced supervision.
Founder & Lead Trainer
Online • Self-paced with live sessions
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In-Person • 6-day intensive
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Online • 10 weeks
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$2,125
$4,250
$2,125
Grounded in 1400 years of Islamic psychological tradition, from classical texts to contemporary research.
Integrates contemporary therapeutic approaches with peer-reviewed research on Islamic psychology.
Developed in collaboration with Cambridge Muslim College and recognized institutions.
Built on a clear ethical framework that honors both clinical standards and Islamic principles.
Heart
The qalb is central to our inner life. It is where perception, intention, meaning, and transformation unfold, and where our relationship with ourselves and the Divine is experienced.
Spirit
The ruh points to the spiritual dimension of the human being and our relationship with the Divine. It speaks to something deeper than our psychological experience and to the sacred dimension of human existence.
Self
The nafs is the dimension through which we experience desire, struggle, attachment, and development. Its refinement is part of the ongoing journey toward greater awareness and wholeness.
Intellect
The ‘aql is our capacity to understand, reflect, discern, and make meaning. It allows us to engage our experience with awareness and to distinguish between what benefits and what harms.
Body
The body is an essential dimension of our human experience. It is where we encounter the world, carry our experiences, and often experience what is taking place within our inner life.
Psychologists, counselors, psychotherapists, and mental health professionals who want to integrate an Islamic psychology–based, heart‑centered modality into their clinical work.
Coaches, caregivers, educators, and community workers who accompany others in processes of change and want a more embodied, spiritually anchored method.
Those in training or transition who intend to work therapeutically in the future and are seeking a clear, ethically grounded pathway of formation in this modality.
A highly experiential educational journey, offering tangible skills that can be integrated into professional practice immediately. Three levels, taken in sequence, from first principles to certified practice.
Select a level to see what it covers
Introduces the theoretical and foundational aspects of the Shifaa Method, including specific principles of Islamic psychology based on prior theory development, with the addition of initial somatic awareness and heart‑centred interventions.
Explore Level OneAdvances practitioners’ skills through detailed instruction on each stage of the method’s therapeutic arc. It includes practice sessions, peer learning pods, structured feedback, case studies, and clinical application.
Explore Level TwoFocuses on refinement and advanced demonstration of competencies. Practitioners deepen their proficiency through supervised recorded practice, direct feedback, and integration of the method across diverse clinical and coaching contexts.
Explore Level ThreeThe Shifaa Method was developed by Dr. Abdallah Rothman as a response to a growing need for a therapeutic approach that honors the full reality of the human being — the heart, soul, intellect, and body. Drawing on Islamic spiritual psychology and years of clinical practice, the method offers a structured yet deeply human way of working with inner healing and transformation.
A seasoned practitioner, coach, and facilitator. Saman brings 15+ years of experience facilitating group process and leading trainings
Dr. Rothman is a PhD psychologist and academic who developed the Shifaa Method over 20 years of practice and research. He bridges classical Islamic psychology with contemporary therapeutic practice
Certification Pathway
A pathway toward professional recognition in Islamic Psychology.
Undertake the full Shifaa Method training in its entirety.
Earn certification as a Shifaa Method Practitioner.
Qualify for certification through the International Association of Islamic Psychology.
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The Shifaa Method Training is a highly experiential educational journey, offering tangible skills that can be immediately integrated into professional practice. The complete training pathway consists of three levels:
Introduces the foundational aspects of the Shifaa Method, including principles of Islamic psychology with initial somatic awareness and heart-centered interventions.
Advances practitioners' skills through detailed instruction on each stage of the method's therapeutic arc. Includes live demonstrations, practice sessions, and structured feedback.
Focuses on refinement and advanced demonstration of competencies. Practitioners deepen proficiency through supervised recorded practice, direct feedback, and integration across diverse contexts.
Financial need should never be a barrier. Learn About Scholarships
Practitioners who commit to the complete pathway receive meaningful savings and priority placement in intensive sessions.
A combined path for learners who want both the theoretical grounding and the hands-on experience
$7500
A seamless progression from applied practice into supervised refinement.
eligible for those who have graduated from the CMC IP program
$7500
Your full journey into the Shifaa Method Certification
$10,000
We want financial circumstances to be one less barrier to learning and healing.
Scholarships are available across Dar al-Shifaa experiences. If financial support would make it possible for you to take part, we encourage you to apply.
Our scholarship fund exists to help make this work accessible to those who need it.
When you're ready to go deeper, our courses and cohort-based programs offer a clear path forward. Learn at your own pace, with the support of a community walking alongside you.
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© 2026 Dar al-Shifaa, a project of DAR Labs. All rights reserved.
Some of us need flexibility. Others thrive with structure and community. Both are valid.
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Start when you're ready, progress at your pace. Perfect if you need flexibility while still wanting depth and structure.
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Join a cohort for weekly live sessions. Ideal if you thrive with accountability, community, and direct access to teachers.
Join a cohort for weekly live sessions. Ideal if you thrive with accountability, community, and direct access to teachers.
