Teknik Bimbingan Konseling Dalam Islam

Summary

This lecture on Islamic counseling explores the fundamental concepts, definitions, functions, and techniques involved in providing guidance rooted in Islamic teachings. The speaker discusses how Islamic counseling helps individuals overcome personal struggles and grow spiritually and psychologically, aiming for balance and happiness in this world and the afterlife. Key techniques include both external (verbal advice, physical touch, prayers) and internal (heartfelt supplications, alignment with divine will) methods, all conducted within the ethical framework of Islam. The session emphasizes the importance of sincere effort and holistic growth in aligning with Allah’s guidance for a better life.

Takeaways

• 😀 Islamic counseling combines psychological support and spiritual guidance to help individuals solve problems and improve their well-being.
• 😀 The core purpose of Islamic counseling is to help clients grow, resolve issues, and anticipate the future while staying aligned with Allah’s will.
• 😀 The counseling process is centered around returning individuals to their natural state (fitrah) and ensuring they live according to the guidance of the Quran and Hadith.
• 😀 Key functions of Islamic counseling include mental well-being, spiritual guidance, and the process of personal development through self-awareness and education.
• 😀 The ultimate goal of Islamic counseling is to help individuals achieve peace of mind (Muthmainnah), improve their behavior, and develop spiritually.
• 😀 Islamic counseling aims to foster positive traits like compassion, cooperation, and obedience to Allah's commands, leading to greater social harmony and resilience.
• 😀 Counselors are encouraged to use both **lahir (external)** and **batin (internal)** techniques to support clients, such as verbal guidance and physical gestures alongside sincere prayer.
• 😀 Verbal techniques in Islamic counseling include using clear advice, asking reflective questions, and guiding clients toward better decisions.
• 😀 Nonverbal techniques in counseling include body language such as smiling, nodding, and physical gestures, all of which are used to express empathy and support.
• 😀 Counselors must adhere to ethical standards, ensuring that their actions and techniques align with Islamic values and principles throughout the counseling process.

Q & A

What is the definition of Islamic counseling according to Hamdani Bakran?

Islamic counseling, according to Hamdani Bakran, is a service provided by counselors to help clients develop their abilities, solve problems, and prepare for the future while ensuring their happiness in both this world and the hereafter, all under the guidance and approval of Allah (SWT).

How does Ayu Nur Rohim Faqih define Islamic counseling?

Ayu Nur Rohim Faqih defines Islamic counseling as a process where assistance is provided to individuals (clients) to help them align their lives with the teachings of Allah (SWT) to achieve happiness in both this world and the hereafter.

What are the primary functions of Islamic counseling?

The primary functions of Islamic counseling are: 1) Restoring the individual's natural state (fitrah) by returning to the guidance of the Quran and Hadith; 2) Addressing both mental and spiritual development; 3) Guiding individuals to understand right from wrong, halal and haram; and 4) Providing further development and education after restoring the fitrah.

What is meant by 'fitrah' in the context of Islamic counseling?

'Fitrah' refers to the natural, pure state of a human being, which aligns with the teachings of Islam. Islamic counseling seeks to restore the individual’s fitrah by helping them return to this innate, untainted state through the guidance of the Quran and Hadith.

What are the main goals of Islamic counseling?

The main goals of Islamic counseling are: 1) To help individuals achieve emotional and mental peace (Muthmainnah), 2) To improve behavior and social harmony, benefiting the individual, family, and community, 3) To cultivate spiritual intelligence and adherence to Allah’s will, and 4) To help individuals fulfill their potential as vicegerents (khalifah) on Earth, contributing to society in meaningful ways.

How does Islamic counseling promote emotional and mental peace?

Islamic counseling promotes emotional and mental peace by helping individuals achieve inner calm and satisfaction (Muthmainnah), allowing them to manage stress, improve their emotional well-being, and develop a sense of spiritual fulfillment through faith and proper behavior.

What are the different techniques used in Islamic counseling?

Islamic counseling uses both verbal and non-verbal techniques. Verbal techniques include clear communication, advice, and counseling questions that promote reflection. Non-verbal techniques involve body language like nodding or smiling, as well as physical touch (e.g., on the head or shoulders) to provide comfort. Additionally, spiritual techniques include supplication (dua) and blowing or reciting prayers over water for healing.

What role does prayer (dua) play in Islamic counseling?

Prayer (dua) plays a central role in Islamic counseling, as it seeks Allah’s guidance for both the counselor and the client. It is a spiritual tool that invokes divine help and blessings, helping to strengthen the counselor-client relationship and facilitate healing and personal growth.

Why is physical touch considered important in Islamic counseling?

Physical touch is considered important in Islamic counseling because it can provide comfort and reassurance to the client, especially when experiencing stress or emotional difficulties. Touching certain areas, such as the head, neck, or shoulders, is believed to have a calming effect and can help facilitate healing in alignment with Islamic teachings.

How are verbal and non-verbal techniques related in Islamic counseling?

Verbal and non-verbal techniques in Islamic counseling complement each other. Verbal techniques involve spoken words, such as advice and questions that help the client reflect. Non-verbal techniques, like body language or physical touch, reinforce the message conveyed through speech, helping to build rapport and trust with the client.