Alsharif, Danya2026-04-182026-04-182020https://repository.iou.edu.gm/handle/123456789/559It is common for Muslims to face numerous life difficulties, leading to the formulation of negative thoughts and then an eventual development of psychological disorders such as depression and anxiety. Because Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) emphasizes the change of negative thoughts into positive ones, it is assumed that this form of therapy would best meet the needs of this population. Although this form of therapy presents numerous advantages, the main limitation is that it is secular; hence, Muslims are less likely to adopt it. Therefore, the present study suggests how current CBT practices can be tailored to include Islamic teachings and interventions. Furthermore, the study investigated whether those interventions should adopted in an individual or group setting. The present study is a systematic review selecting various studies found in databases and references. The selected studies have been organized into two categories: Islamic interventions and therapeutic modality. The goal of the first category, Islamic interventions, is to indicate whether the integration of Islamic teachings into therapy would lead to better results when compared to conventional therapy. The second category, therapeutic modality, indicates the best way in which those interventions can be implemented. The results of each study have been assessed using the assessment tool proposed by Newell, Sanson-Fisher, & Savolainen (2002). Studies receiving the highest scores on the assessment tool were used to support the present research. Results of this assessment noted that Quran and Dhikr were the most popular Islamic interventions and that these interventions can be implemented either in a group or individual setting, depending on the needs of the client. It is hoped the future Islamic CBT practices would implement the suggested interventions in order to help Muslim adults cope with numerous difficulties.Thesis