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Benefit from a free 15-minute consultation with our expert Imam counsellor.
Discuss challenges in your marriage or other life aspects, and receive free initial guidance and support.
About Us
We are the first specialised centre of marital affairs in the North East of England offering a holistic approach to spiritual and personal well-being, seamlessly blending time-honoured Islamic teachings with contemporary understanding.
Amana
We honour the Islamic principle of Amana, ensuring utmost confidentiality and privacy across all our services, safeguarding your trust with integrity.
Fantastic Customer Service
With unparalleled customer service and profound expertise, we guide individuals with a harmonious blend of traditional wisdom and modern insights, ensuring an authentic and resonant spiritual path.
Independent
Our independence stands out; unaffiliated with external organisations and without government funding, our service fees sustain our excellence.
Our Speciality
Nikah
Our Nikah ceremonies are conducted with adherence to traditional Islamic principles, ensuring a dignified commencement of marital unions. you can rely on our profound expertise for a meticulous Nikah ceremony in accordance with Islamic Sharia.
Counselling/Life Coaching
We offer counselling for both couples and individuals, focusing on addressing personal and relational challenges. Sessions are conducted in alignment with Islamic principles, ensuring a compassionate approach to achieving emotional and spiritual harmony.
Talaq
We deal with your Talaq with the utmost sensitivity, adhering strictly to Islamic principles. The process ensures fairness and respect for both parties, facilitating a dignified conclusion to marital unions in accordance with Islamic Sharia.
Ruqya
Ruqya is offered with a focus on spiritual healing and protection, conducted in strict adherence to Islamic guidelines. This traditional practice aims to alleviate afflictions and disturbances, ensuring well-being in line with Islamic teachings.
Certificates
Our certificates attest to faith for schools and universities, Nikah ceremonies, and Talaq procedures. With a commitment to authenticity and adherence to Sharia principles. Trust us for reliable certification in matters of faith and marital affairs.
Legalising
We provide services for legalising marriage and divorce certificates for use in Islamic countries. Conducted with precision, ensuring compliance with both Islamic and international legal standards, facilitating official recognition of marital status changes in Islamic nations.
Proof of Faith Certificates
The Islamic Sharia Council's authentic Proof of Faith Certificate is trusted for school admissions or Nikah ceremonies. Our certified documents guarantee reliability and authenticity. With our dedicated services, you can navigate through admission requirements effortlessly.
Proof of Faith Certificate For Schools/Universities
Just in Two Days for £11.50
Reach out to us and make your child's educational journey smoother.
Simply click on the button below, fill the application, provide a proof of identity of your child, pay the fees online and we'll email you the certificate within 2 working days.
Proof of Faith Certificate For Nikah in Just 5 Working Days
Just in Five Days for £150.00
We are committed to make this is as smooth as possible for you.
Simply click on the button below, follow the steps, pay the fees and we'll email you a link to setup a meeting with our Imam, on Zoom or in person. The certificate will be emailed to you within 2 working days after your meeting.
Message from the founder
As the founder and Imam-Counsellor of this centre, I established it to bridge the gap between spiritual guidance and modern relationship counselling. I identified a need for a service that addresses immediate issues while respecting and incorporating Islamic values. I will devote my unique blend of Islamic teachings and contemporary counselling methods to guide you through life’s challenges, aiming to bring emotional and spiritual harmony into your life. My team and I will devote our efforts to support you through life’s challenges. We aim to bring emotional and spiritual harmony into your life by empowering you to build stronger, more fulfilling relationships.
Ibn Bahjat
Why an Imam
Counsellor?
Strengthen your islamic bonds, resolve faith conflicts, and deepen understanding with our tailored sessions. Rooted in Islamic principles, our expert guidance ensures harmonious marital relationships. Experience the transformative benefits of our compassionate approach. Choose us for a holistic approach to marital harmony
Safe Space
We prioritise creating a safe space for counselling, ensuring confidentiality, understanding, and non-judgmental support, fostering trust and open dialogue for effective healing and growth.
Harmony
Our counselling services are dedicated to fostering harmony within relationships. Through understanding and communication, rooted in Islamic principles, we guide couples towards lasting marital peace and unity.
Respect
Our counselling emphasises the importance of mutual respect between spouses. Through tailored guidance, we help couples cultivate understanding and uphold Islamic values of respect in marriage
Frequent Asked Questions
Have questions about the services we offer at the Islamic Centre of Newcastle? For your convenience, we’ve compiled a list of the most frequently asked questions to help you find the answers you’re looking for. If you can’t find the answer to your question, don’t hesitate to contact us for more information.
What are the qualifications of the Imam?
The Imam at the Islamic Centre of Newcastle, Richard ibn Bahajt, has a strong background in both academic and professional fields. He received his main religious training from the respected Zad Academy of Saudi Arabia, deepening his knowledge of Islamic teachings. Additionally, he is a qualified marriage counsellor from Egypt, ensuring his expertise in marital guidance. Since 2016, he has been serving the Newcastle upon Tyne community, offering spiritual guidance and drawing from his significant experience in marriage counselling. His diverse life experiences further enhance his role as a life coach. For added trust, he has undergone a DBS check, ensuring a safe environment for all consultations.
What do I do if my partner/spouse is not welling to attend the counselling session with me?
If your spouse is unwilling to attend, individual counselling is an option to explore personal issues.
Does it have to be in person, can you do it online?
Both options are available, offering flexibility to suit your needs.
Why your services are not free?
We are a self-funded centre. This enables us to be independent and provide impartial advice and guidance and motivates us at the centre to provide high-quality services and fantastic customer service.
How much does it cost?
Each session lasts for 45 minutes and costs £50. You have the option to schedule up to two sessions in a single visit
Do you offer free sessions?
We offer an initial 15 minutes consultation session free of charge. Click here to book it now.
What is the difference between counselling and life coaching?
Counselling focuses on emotional well-being and coping strategies, whereas life coaching is action-oriented, aiming for specific goals.
What is the success rate?
Our overall success rate is genuinely 93%, but individual results may vary.
What happens if I cancel my session?
A 24-hour notice is required for cancellations, otherwise no refund is issued.
