Ayurvedic Mental Health Practitioner Course (6 Months, 24 Classes)

The Practitioner Level expands on foundational Ayurvedic mental health principles, equipping students with a deeper understanding of the Ayurvedic mind-body connection. This course delves into diagnosing mental health imbalances, using specialized Ayurvedic therapies, and applying effective interventions such as marma therapy, panchakarma, and advanced herbal formulations. Students will also explore trauma healing, emotional detoxification, and the effects of planetary influences on mental wellness. By the end of this course, students will be able to provide structured healing plans for clients experiencing a wide range of psychological and emotional disturbances.

Course Overview

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🔹 Duration: 6 Months
🔹 Total Classes: 24 (One class per week)
🔹 Format: Live, Interactive Sessions
🔹 Who is this for: Graduates of the Ayurvedic Mental Health Coach program, holistic practitioners, wellness coaches, Ayurvedic therapists, and those seeking to provide deeper healing for mental health imbalances.

Course Syllabus

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🟢Module 1: Advanced Concepts of the Ayurvedic Mind

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Class 1: The Subtle Body & Mental Health

• Understanding the Koshas (sheaths) and their relation to mental states

• Role of the Chakras in emotional processing

• The impact of Nadis (energy channels) on mental clarity

Class 2: The Gunas & Psychological Profiling

• Satva, Rajas, and Tamas in-depth study

• Psychological assessment of Gunas in individuals

• Strategies to enhance Satva for emotional resilience

Class 3: Deep Dive into Manovaha Srotas (Mental Channels)

• Understanding blockages in the mental channels

• How trauma and stress affect the Manovaha Srotas

• Ayurvedic techniques to cleanse and strengthen mental pathways

Class 4: Ayurvedic Psychopathology – Understanding Mental Disorders

• Ayurvedic classification of psychological imbalances

• The doshic causes of disorders like anxiety, depression, and bipolar tendencies

• Ayurvedic perspectives on schizophrenia, OCD, and PTSD

🟢Module 2: Diagnosis & Assessment in Ayurvedic Mental Health

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Class 5: Ayurvedic Pulse Diagnosis for Mental Health

• Nadi Pariksha (Pulse Reading) for mental imbalances

• Recognizing Vata, Pitta, and Kapha dominance in the pulse

• Practical application in client assessment

Class 6: Tongue, Face & Eye Diagnosis for Emotional States

• Understanding mental disturbances through facial features

• The impact of stress and dosha imbalances on the tongue and eyes

• Hands-on practice in emotional diagnosis

Class 7: Marma Therapy for Mental Healing

• Introduction to key Marma points for stress relief and mental clarity

• Techniques for activating healing points through pressure and massage

• Marma healing protocols for anxiety, depression, and insomnia

🟢Module 3: Healing Modalities & Detoxification Techniques

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Class 8: Panchakarma for Mental Detoxification

• How Panchakarma therapies purify the mind

• Role of Vamana (emesis), Virechana (purgation), and Basti (enemas) in emotional release

• When to recommend Panchakarma for mental health clients

Class 9: Shirodhara & Nasya Therapy for Emotional Healing

• The science behind Shirodhara (oil pouring therapy) for mental balance

• How Nasya (nasal therapy) clears emotional blockages

• Practical guidelines for using these therapies

Class 10: Ayurvedic Herbal Formulations for the Mind

• Analyzing classical formulations (Brahmi Ghrita, Saraswatarishta, etc.)

• How to select and combine Ayurvedic herbs for different conditions

• Best practices for herbal prescription in mental health cases

Class 11: Diet & Lifestyle Interventions for Chronic Mental Imbalances

• Addressing mental health disorders through Ayurvedic Ahara (diet)

• Deep dive into Satvic food planning for emotional wellness

• Practical case studies in dietary recommendations

🟢Module 4: Specialized Areas of Ayurvedic Mental Health

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Class 12: Trauma & Emotional Healing Through Ayurveda

• The Ayurvedic view on trauma and subconscious blockages

• Methods to release stored emotional pain through holistic approaches

• Integrating Ayurvedic and modern trauma therapy

Class 13: Sleep Disorders & Ayurvedic Insomnia Treatment

• Understanding Nidranasha (insomnia) from an Ayurvedic perspective

• Ayurvedic remedies for deep, restful sleep

• Developing a sleep protocol for different doshic types

Class 14: Depression & Anxiety – Advanced Ayurvedic Treatment

• Ayurvedic differentiation between Vata, Pitta, and Kapha depression

• Integrating spiritual healing and Ayurvedic remedies

• Case study discussions on real-world applications

🟢Module 5: Integrating Ayurveda with Energy & Planetary Healing

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Class 15: The Role of Jyotish (Vedic Astrology) in Mental Health

• How planetary influences affect mental states

• Analyzing planetary placements linked to psychological imbalances

• Using gemstones, mantras, and planetary remedies

Class 16: The Power of Sound Therapy & Mantra Healing

• Vibrational healing through specific sounds

• Introduction to bija mantras for mental stability

• Practical guided mantra meditation session

Class 17: Aromatherapy & Color Therapy in Ayurveda

• The effect of essential oils on the brain and nervous system

• Using color therapy for emotional balance

• Practical applications in mental health counseling

🟢Module 6: Practical Application & Client Counseling

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Class 18: Case Study Analysis – Understanding Client Patterns

• Reviewing real client case studies in Ayurvedic mental health

• Identifying key imbalances and treatment plans

• Hands-on assessment practice

Class 19: Structuring Ayurvedic Mental Health Sessions

• How to conduct an initial consultation

• Developing treatment plans tailored to client needs

• Ethical considerations in Ayurvedic mental health practice

Class 20: Emotional Detox Techniques – Letting Go of Past Trauma

• Guided emotional detoxification through Ayurvedic techniques

• Healing unresolved grief and past life karmic patterns

• Creating individualized emotional detox plans for clients

Class 21: Meditation & Visualization Therapy for Mental Healing

• The power of guided meditation for emotional release

• Using visualization techniques for trauma healing

• Practical in-class meditation session

Class 22: Ethical & Spiritual Aspects of Mental Health Counseling

• Maintaining professional integrity in Ayurvedic mental health practice

• Understanding client confidentiality and ethical boundaries

• Developing a spiritual approach to mental health counseling

Class 23: Business & Career Opportunities in Ayurvedic Mental Health

• How to establish a successful Ayurvedic mental health practice

• Developing professional services and structuring pricing

• Marketing strategies for building a sustainable career

Class 24: Final Project Presentation & Certification Review

• Student case study presentations

• Final Q&A and course wrap-up

• Certification review and next steps for advanced training