Shia Muslim Mental Health Conference
April 17-19 2026
Dearborn, Michigan
Join us in Dearborn, Michigan, from April 17–19, 2026, for a groundbreaking conference bringing together therapists, psychologists, religious leaders, community organizers, and families to address pressing mental health challenges in the Shia Muslim community.
Topics Being Covered In This Year’s Conference Include:
Islamic Psychology in Practice: Integrating spiritual frameworks into therapy
Intergenerational Healing: Addressing collective trauma in immigrant and refugee families
Masculinity, Vulnerability, and Spiritual Reslience: Rethinking Muslim Men's Inner Worlds in Clinical Practice
Applying Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) with Muslim clients
Supervision Models for Muslim Therapists: Training the next generation with cultural humility and justice in mind
and more….
2026 Shia Muslim Mental Health Conference Registration
The Second Annual Shia Muslim Mental Health Conference returns to Dearborn, Michigan from April 17–19, bringing together clinicians, scholars, chaplains, and community leaders for a powerful weekend of learning and connection.
This year’s conference explores culturally grounded and spiritually informed approaches to healing, with sessions on spiritual frameworks, supervision models, intergenerational healing, masculinity, medical chaplaincy, domestic violence, and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).
Join us for thoughtful dialogue, practical tools, and community-centered conversations advancing mental health and well-being within Shia Muslim communities.
Hotel Accommodations for Conference Weekend
We have secured discounted group rates at two nearby hotels for the conference weekend. Guests are encouraged to book early, as availability is limited.
Conference Dates:
Friday, April 17 – Sunday, April 19, 2026 (2 nights)
Please reserve your room at one of the following hotels using the booking links below to access the special group rate:
Comfort Inn Near Greenfield Village
A convenient and comfortable option located close to conference activities.Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dearborn SW – Detroit Area
A modern hotel offering spacious rooms and included breakfast.
Please be sure to use the links above to receive the discounted conference rate. Rates apply only to the conference dates listed.
