Managing Mental Health Problems Through Psycho Spiritual Approach

Abstract

Today’s scenario reveals an urgent need to help the problems faced by individuals suffering from mental health problems that stem from various factors with an appropriate approach. The paper will analyze on the psycho spiritual therapy based on Islamic principles in understanding and to overcomer mental health issues. The dynamic and holistic approach of Psycho Spiritual Therapy is suitable to help individuals with mental health problems through the methodology of Al Quran and As Sunnah. The approach of Psycho Spiritual Therapy is an added value and an alternative to the existing modern treatment. This therapy approach could also bring back the discipline on Islamic knowledge based on the paradigm of ‘tawhidik’ to help patient with mental health illness on faith and belief in Allah as a foundation to overcome mental health problems. Through the approach of Psycho Spiritual Therapy, various techniques can be used to strengthen the spirit of an individual. One of which is to improve relationship with Allah through the act of worship, strengthening the heart with remembrance (zikir), and fulfillment of the mind with positive thoughts. This practice will help to improve the wellbeing of an individual’s emotional, psychology, spiritual with mental health problems. Besides that, the approach of Psycho Spiritual Therapy can also be a support to patient with mental health illness in dealing with problems related to their needs and challenges.