Sr.Haleh Banani has a masters in clinical psychology, host of 2 TV shows and international speaker. She is the founder of 5 Pillars of Marriage Program and a premarital program called Laugh & Learn. As the founder of The Mindful Hearts Academy, launched in 2019, she brings three decades of counseling expertise to our Teen Edition mentorship program. Her goal is simple: to empower teens with vital life skills, boosting their confidence and self-esteem. Through this program, I aim to equip young minds with the tools they need to navigate life’s challenges successfully. Her son Kareem Muriby who has been mentored by Sr. Haleh will be the youth mentor who will relay the information from The Mindful Hearts Academy to the youth in an energetic & relatable manner.
DR. MONA ISLAM
PhD Curriculum & Instruction
Dr. Islam, a holder of a Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction and a Masters in Educational Administration, is a dedicated figure in education and community engagement. With over 30 years of active involvement in the Muslim community, she co-founded a girl scout troop, nurturing it to 160 members, and a boy scout troop, now flourishing with over 320 members in Southeast Houston. Notably, during the pandemic, she conducted 200+ online sessions for youth, covering Quran studies, seerah, hadith sciences, and spiritual development. Dr. Mona, a mother of five and homeschooling advocate for two of her children, took the lead in crafting a dedicated teen-centric curriculum derived from The Mindful Hearts Academy resources. Her innovation produced engaging worksheets and exercises, specifically designed to captivate and educate young adults.
Meet our youth mentor
KAREEM MURIBY
Sr. Haleh Banani’s son
Kareem Muriby, a Brighter Horizons Academy alum, is currently pursuing Psychology and Islamic Studies. Born in Houston, TX in 2002, he spent significant years in Dubai and Egypt. For the past 15 years, he’s collaborated with Sheikh Mohammad Hamzawy from Al-Azhar University, completing and now reviewing the Quran online. He founded Love The Quran, an engaging online Quran Institute for young learners, using positive reinforcement and high energy, making learning a joy.
Through his YouTube Channel, he delivers enriching halaqas to the youth. As mentored by Sr. Haleh Banani, he’ll serve as a vibrant youth mentor, ensuring lively and relatable discussions!
Mindful Hearts
Teen Edition
Dec 15, 2024- Feb 9, 2025
BONUSES:
Workbook with
exercises
Beautifully designed to engage teens in their learning journey
Office Hours with
Dr. Mona Islam
Individualized Learning Support and Q&A
Instructional
Guide
Course overview, goals and checklists to keep you on track