Halimah Jordan is a passionate and dedicated educator, and inspiring author committed to guiding others toward emotional and spiritual well-being through the light of Islamic teachings. Originally from Temple Hills, Maryland, she now resides in Georgia, where she serves as a certified elementary school teacher in the Atlanta metro area.Her literary works include: Faith as a Lifeline - Faith, Survival, and the Light Beyond Suicide (Published June 2025)Let Them - And Let Allah (April 2025)The Possession of Izzan, co-authored with Dr. Bilal Philips (Dakwah Corner Bookstore, January 2008)Getting Out of Dodge: Modern Day Hijrah Stories (E-book, 2000)How to Make a Killing in the Real Estate Market (E-book, 2010)The Eemaan Reading Series Level 5 Book 2 - Home Adventures: If Animals Could Talk and The Case of the Missing Peanuts (Dar Al Fatah, 2001)In 2004, Halimah founded Al Yusra, a pioneering platform dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health resources that integrate Islamic wisdom with modern therapeutic approaches. Recognizing the growing need for faith-centered mental health solutions, she revitalized the platform in 2025 to better serve the evolving needs of the Muslim community.Through her writing, teaching, and community work, Halimah envisions a world where mental health is openly embraced, deeply understood, and compassionately addressed - blending spiritual practices with evidence-based healing. She is deeply committed to reducing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting holistic well-being that nourishes the mind, body, and soul.
""This book is a lifeline in every sense of the word. It gently carries readers from the edge of despair to the hope found in faith, resilience, and healing."" - Imam Khalid R., Mental Health Chaplain ""This book should be in every public library. It's respectful, inclusive, and deeply needed in communities where hope often feels far away."" - Library Outreach Coordinator, Atlanta, GA ""Faith as a Lifeline gave me language for my grief and comfort for my guilt after losing a loved one. I didn't feel alone anymore."" - Anonymous Survivor of Suicide Loss