Maristan

Maristan is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2021 with a mission to lead professional clinical care, education, and research in advancing holistic, mental, and spiritual wellness. Grounded in Islamic traditions, Maristan aims to revive the Islamic legacy of research and education that informs holistic healing. The initiative was inspired by the historical function of traditional Maristans and the work of the Stanford Muslim Mental Health & Islamic Psychology Lab. Maristan strives to provide culturally and spiritually congruent, professional, accessible, and affordable mental health care for all, aligning with its vision to revive the Islamic legacy of research and education. Currently, Maristan operates as an online platform focusing on clinical, educational, and research-based initiatives in the Health Care and Health and Wellness industries, aiming to inform holistic healing for clients. As a zakat-eligible nonprofit, Maristan is committed to providing accessible mental health care with a culturally sensitive approach.