Zarina Hassem (MA Psychology, advanced diploma in Isl¿mic psychology), serves as senior lecturer at the International Open University and lecturer and research supervisor at IIEMSA, South Africa. She has worked in various community-based organisations as a counsellor, psychometrist, workshop presenter, and researcher. Shireen Ismail is a South African practicing psychologist specialising in educational, family, and child psychology. An academic and educator, she holds a Master's degree in educational psychology, an Honours degree in Isl¿mic sciences, and a postgraduate diploma in Isl¿mic psychology. As a founder of humanitarian and community initiatives, she advocates a distinctive approach that integrates psychological practice with spiritual principles, promoting holistic healing and character development through love, hope, and compassion. Nabeela Vad Walla is a published author, graduate of psychology and practicing counsellor with certifications in nutrition, psychology and neurosciences. She is an advocate for sunnah eating, stress relief and healthy lifestyle choices for mental wellness. She has been in research for over 10 years and counting, and has wellness counselling practices in Johannesburg and Durban, South Africa. G. Hussein Rassool is a distinguished academic and professional in Isl¿mic psychology, holding multiple prestigious roles, including Professor of Isl¿mic Psychology at Charles Sturt University, Australia. He is a Fellow of both the International Association of Isl¿mic Psychology (FIAIP) and the Royal Society of Public Health (FRSPH), and a Trustee Board member of the International Association of Muslim Psychologists. He has authored over 30 books and more than 150 peer-reviewed papers and reviews. In addition to his academic roles, Professor Rassool is a part-time Isl¿mic psychotherapist and serves as a consultant for various international organisations.
