About Hope Cave
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Hope Cave is a safe space for Muslim women seeking emotional, mental and spiritual healing through the lens of both science and the Sunnah.
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Founded by Dr Zakia Akhter, a London-based GP with over 20 years experience helping Muslim women heal from mental illness. Hope Cave offers courses and tools which combine clinical psychology and modern medicine with Prophetic wisdom to help Muslim women feel better, reconnect with Allah and live more fulfilled lives.
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Whether you’re navigating depression, another mental illness or simply wanting clarity and calm, Hope Cave is here to support you with compassion — without judgment, shame or guilt.
About Dr Zakia Akhter
Founder of Hope Cave | GP (Family Doctor)• Family Therapist • Life Coach • Mental-Health Specialist • Islamic Studies Teacher
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Trained in Islamic studies, mental health, systemic family therapy and life coaching, Dr Zakia's compassionate, holistic approach has helped many women all over the world move from low mood and overwhelm to peace, joy and connection.
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As the architect of the UK NHS’s first Islam-based therapy (CBT) programme delivered in 2016, Dr Zakia pioneered a model of care that combines both Islam and psychology. She has delivered lectures and workshops at universities, mosques and to audiences across the UK. Known for listening deeply and explaining complex ideas with clarity and warmth, she is a trusted guide for anyone seeking relief from emotional exhaustion and a renewed sense of purpose.
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At Hope Cave, Dr Zakia distills her decades of experience into a gentle yet practical roadmap called the Science and Sunnah method. Her signature course - 4 Steps To Heal Depression With Science And Sunnah - is transforming how Muslim women approach mental health—replacing shame and confusion with kindness, insight and change.
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What They Say About Dr Zakia:
“An amazing, compassionate doctor who listens attentively and explains everything clearly. I felt seen and cared for.” - S.I. (NHS Patient)Â
“Dr Zakia was clear, knowledgeable, approachable, and truly connected. I love that it’s both spiritual and practical.”
— T.N. (Workshop Attendee)Â
"Dr Z brings the Deen straight into the heart of healing. She unpacks and delivers a weighty subject with a gentle expertise that’s rooted in both science and sacred wisdom." - Aisha Atta, Nigeria, (course student)
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“One of the best and most profound workshops I’ve attended… I felt held and cared for.” - A.L. (Seminar Participant)
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“Dr Zakia made me feel safe and understood.” - Abia, London (course student)
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"Listening to her gave me the strength to take action and renewed my hope that a better version of myself and a better quality of life is possible." - Naureen, London (course student)Â
