Therapies

Homeopathic Treatment

Homeopathy is over 200 year old tried and tested method of holistic healing. Developed in Germany by an allopathic physician by name Samuel Hahnemann, it is based on the theory that a disease can be cured by a substance that produces similar symptoms in healthy people. Details about the theoretical aspect of homeopathy and the consequent questions that arise are addressed in the blog section. At Swaasthya homeo clinic, the method followed is called classical homeopathy which includes a detailed case taking, proper analysis of symptoms and selection of a constitutional remedy based on the physical and emotional makeup of the patient. Homeopathy works well in both chronic cases like Thyroid, PCOS, IBS, Arthritis, Asthama, allergy, bronchitis, menstrual problems, Gastritis, migraine, sinusitis, etc and Acutes like viral fever, upper respiratory infections, food poisoning etc. Medicines are in the form of medicated sugar pills which needs to be taken orally. There are no dietary restrictions advised. The medicines won’t interfere with the action of other allopathic medicines like the meds taken regularly for Hypertension or diabetes. Diabetic patients can take this medicine since the amount of sugar in the daily dose is negligible. Pregnant women can take Homeo medicine without any side effects. The medicines are safe even for newborns. Children respond well to homeopathic medicines. It is easier to take, they recover faster, immunity improves and hence they grow well.  Since Homeopathy considers mental symptoms as very important, developmental psychopathological issues like bedwetting, hyperactivity, impulsivity, aggression, conduct disorders, sleep disorders, fears, anxiety, OCD, nightmares, learning difficulties, Encopresis, etc respond well to Homeopathic medicines. At Swaasthya we also offer counseling and other supportive therapies along with Homeopathy for a prompt recovery. consultation is on appointment. Any Lab reports and previous medical records if available will be of help.

Charges- first time – Case taking with medicine for 15 days Rs. 800

Follow up - Rs. 500 for 15 days of medicine

Adult Counseling

Adult counseling is offered at Swaasthya for cases of anxiety, Panic disorders, Depression, Mood disorders, adjustment problems both personal and professional, and psychosomatic (physical illness caused or aggravated by a mental or emotional factor such as stress) health problems. To an extent most diseases are psychosomatic, aches and pains, gastritis, asthma, allergies, skin problems, migraines, hormonal disturbances are either caused or aggravated by emotional factors. Counseling is similar to de weeding. Finding and removing the deep roots of unaddressed emotional issues can help remove the blocks or what we call as maintaining factor( factors which prevent the recovery leading to resurfacing of problems), there by paving the way for complete and lasting recovery. The challenge though is in admitting and persuading oneself to talk about these emotional issues, which is way harder than talking about physical problems.

At Swaasthya we use various methods which are Patient centric.

• Rogerian method of counseling - Developed by Carl Roger, is a five step process of disclosure, problem assessment, goal setting, intervention, evaluation and termination.

• Cognitive behavior therapy - Developed by Aaron Beck, it helps us in identifying and challenging irrational thoughts and learn practical self help strategies. Very useful in depression and anxiety disorders.

• Rational emotive behavior therapy is a directive counseling approach, developed by Albert Ellis which focuses on managing irrational thoughts and focuses more on actions.

• Logo therapy- developed by Neurologist and psychiatrist Viktor Frankl and is based on the premise that the primary motivational force of an individual is to find a meaning in life. This involves Socratic dialogues, paradoxical intention, dereflection and logoanalysis.

• EFT( Emotional freedom technique) is a simple talking and tapping therapy which gives startling results. Deep emotional traumas, fears, pain vanish in a few minutes never to trouble us again. It works for both adults and children. Dr Ramya is a certified practitioner of this therapy, and uses her case taking skills acquired as a homeopath to unravel the case and recognize the core issues.  Patients have reported amazing and lasting results which has transformed their lives, bringing the kind of cognitive shift which was otherwise unthinkable. This method is the most effective and regularly used. The other 4 methods are supplementary to EFT. It is done in 6 sessions on preferably consecutive days, which enables the patient to acquire the skills to manage his emotions. Once learnt, it is easy to use, easy to teach, flexible, can be used any time, enjoyable, costs nothing and gives sustainable results. There won’t be any dependence on the therapist unlike other therapies where the process goes on for months with little or no result. Chronic pains and other psychosomatic problems respond right away. It is a must try therapy for everybody to unblock the energy channels and discover their true potential.

Charges - Rs. 1000 per session( 1 hour duration)

Child Counseling

The primary objective of child counseling is to help children and their families navigate difficult situations. It can bring relief to a child who is struggling and it can also provide parents with strategies for more effectively responding to their child’s needs. Treating the child and family as one unit, a detailed study of the presenting problem, understanding the context, using the right assessments to pin down the problem, assessing the temperament of the child, a detailed checklist of developmental psychopathology is examined and all these processes will determine the management of the problem.

 Issues like sleep disorders, nightmares, fear, feeding issues, developmental problems, learning disorders, mood disorders, hyper activity, conduct disorder, digital addictions, etc are some of the common problems seen in children. Unlike adults who can articulate their problems, children have different ways of expressing their problems. So, the therapy should be child centric which needs to be enjoyable as well as remedial.

Child centered therapies are the therapies that the kids choose for themselves and those that come naturally to the child like art, play etc.

At Swaasthya, we employ free non directive play for young kids, and directive guided play for slightly older kids.

Art can be very healing. It is used for diagnosis as well for therapy. Free art is the preferred choice. Mandala art is given to kids who refuse to try free art.

Cognitive behavior therapy is especially designed for kids where they are taught to catch their irrational thoughts with the use of colours. They are given mood trackers to keep track of their moodswings. Anger management activities, breathing exercises for panic control are part of CBT.

EFT (emotional freedom technique) is very effective in hyper active kids and in anger management. Kids learn the technique quickly and employ it when needed.

Graphology patterns are used as therapy for attention problems, depression, and hyperactivity.

Sessions on adolescence, menstrual hygiene, body safety and consent is conducted. Parents who find it awkward to talk about these issues with kids find a safe place at Swaasthya to educate their kids. Kids in turn discover a trusted adult in the therapist with whom they can get proper and scientific information.

Homeopathic medicines help in hastening the process of healing. They are gentle, have no side effects, easy to take, improve immunity, and address the developmental issues bringing lasting recovery. Along with supportive therapies, kids get better in no time.

Charges - Rs. 1000  per session( 1 hour duration)

These are some of the art therapy work done by a child suffering from adjustment problems at home. Gradual improvement in expression and consequently in the mood is evident by the art work and choice of colour.