Professional Certification in Ayurvedic Psychotherapy Techniques (Satvavajaya Chikitsa)

This professional certification is designed to provide intensive training in Ayurvedic psychotherapy techniques, with practical application of Satvavajaya Chikitsa, counselling skills, mind-control therapies, meditation-based interventions, and behavioural correction methods.

Unlike general theory-based programmes, this certification is highly inclined toward therapeutic practice, clinical counselling, and structured psychotherapy protocols based on Ayurveda.

Key Focus Areas

• Ayurvedic counselling and Mano-nigraha techniques
• Satvavajaya psychotherapy protocols
• Stress, anxiety, insomnia and emotional disorders management
• Achara Rasayana as behavioural therapy
• Guided meditation, mindfulness and Yoga psychotherapy

Programme Modules

International Affiliation with

Module 1: Foundations of Ayurvedic Psychotherapy

• Meaning and scope of Satvavajaya
• Manas, Satva, Triguna and mental strength
• Psychotherapy in classical Ayurveda

Module 2: Counselling Methods in Ayurveda

• Ayurvedic counselling process
• Chintya, Vicharya, Uhya, Dhyeya techniques
• Communication skills and therapist role

Module 3: Mind Management & Mano-Nigraha Therapy

• Controlling negative emotions
• Management of Bhaya, Shoka, Krodha, Chinta
• Cognitive restructuring in Ayurveda

Module 4: Achara Rasayana & Behavioural Psychotherapy

• Ethical living as therapy
• Sadvritta-based behavioural correction
• Personality development and Satva enhancement

Module 5: Stress & Lifestyle Disorder Psychotherapy

• Stress physiology and coping
• Anxiety, insomnia, psychosomatic disorders
• Relaxation therapies and routines

Module 6: Integrative Therapy Tools

• Yoga, Pranayama, Dhyana therapy modules
• Meditation-based psychotherapy
• Diet and Rasayana support in mental wellness

Eligibility

Graduates in any discipline are eligible for our Post Graduate Diploma, Executive Diploma and Professional Certifications Programmes. 10+2 pass-outs are eligible for our Under Graduate Diploma and Diploma holders of two to three years course duration are also eligible for the PG Diploma.

This certification is especially beneficial for professionals from healthcare, wellness, counselling, psychology, yoga, and integrative medicine backgrounds.

Programme Duration

The minimum duration to complete the Professional Certification programme is 6 months and maximum is 12 months.

Programme Mode

Registration is currently open for Part-time (Online Live Classes) mode.

The programme is designed to support working professionals through flexible weekend learning schedules.

Programme Deliverables

A comprehensive study material for all modules will be provided in hard copies ensuring the needs of the participants. The accompanying training resources are appropriately aligned with current industry expectations in mental wellness, counselling, and holistic psychotherapy.

Programme deliverables include:

• Assignments for all programme modules for continuous evaluation and guidance.
• Interactive online live sessions covering all key areas of Ayurvedic psychotherapy and counselling techniques.
• Online classes conducted on weekends, with a doubt-clearing session scheduled before the examination.
• Teaching efforts by IGMPI faculty members to make the entire module content easily understandable and clinically applicable.
• Assessment and evaluation designed to enhance competencies, therapy skills, professionalism, and attitude required for practical application.
• Feedback collection from participants at the end of each module using specially designed questionnaires.
• All learning and training delivery initiatives conducted in English.

Assessment & Certification

All the participants are expected to appear for an online assessment and are also obliged to submit assignments after each module. After successful completion, the participants will be awarded: Professional Certification in Ayurvedic Psychotherapy Techniques (Satvavajaya Chikitsa) by Centre for Health Management and Research, IGMPI.

For all the above-mentioned modules, elaborate programme material, self-assessment assignments, case studies, and therapy-based project work details would be provided by the Institute from time to time. Programme details may also be updated on the official webpage as required.

Discipline in Classes and Examination

Every student is required to observe a disciplined behaviour during her/his classes, assessments & examinations and to follow instructions from the Professors. Any act of indiscipline may result into discredit & it will be mentioned in her/his academic report.

Placement Assistance & Corporate Relations

For the Post Graduate Diploma and Undergraduate Diploma Programmes, we will provide placement assistance after the completion of the programme. The Institute has partnered with many organizations for providing placement assistance to its students. The robust placement cell comprises senior level Human Resources professionals and Talent Acquisition experts which maintains close links with business and industry. The efforts of our placement cell also include helping with professional resume writing, interview skills & conducting mock interviews etc.

In recent months the Institute has witnessed more and more participation from professionals working with global healthcare like , Jhpiego, SELCO Foundation, TATA Foundation, Samarthan NGO, PSI, UNICEF, WHO, HCL Foundation, IPE Global, Optum, PATH, AIIMS, Action against Hunger, Ekta Shakti Foundation, Seva Foundation, India HIV-AIDS Alliance, HLFPPT, Deepak Foundation, Novartis, LalPath Labs Ltd., Fortis Healthcare Ltd., HealthCare Global Enterprises Ltd., Indraprastha Medical Corporation Ltd., Narayana Hrudayalaya Ltd., Piramal Enterprises Ltd., Wockhardt Ltd., Cactus Communications, Public Health Foundations of India, Cytel, Religare Health Insurance Company Ltd., Deloitte, DuPont Sustainable Solutions, Bain & Company, Alvarez & Marsal, McKinsey & Company, etc. The IGMPI’s Corporate Resource Division actively recommends our students and training participants for various job requirements and specialized roles to Human Resource, Talent Acquisition as well as the heads of various departments in Pharmaceutical, Healthcare industries on regular basis.

Who Should Apply?

This programme is ideal for:

• Ayurvedic Practitioners & Students (BAMS, MD Ayurveda)
• Healthcare Professionals (MBBS, BHMS, BUMS, Naturopaths, Wellness Experts)
• Psychologists, Counsellors and Mental Health Professionals
• Yoga Practitioners and Meditation Trainers
• Ayurvedic Researchers & Academicians
• Alternative and Integrative Medicine Enthusiasts
• Professionals working in stress management and lifestyle counselling

Future Career Prospects

The future career prospects for graduates specializing in Ayurvedic Psychotherapy Techniques (Satvavajaya Chikitsa) are vast and rapidly growing, driven by the increasing global demand for natural, holistic, and mind–body healthcare solutions.

Certified professionals can pursue rewarding careers in clinical and wellness practice by working as Ayurvedic psychotherapists or mental wellness counselors in hospitals, integrative clinics, and private wellness centres. They can provide personalized guidance in stress reduction, emotional regulation, anxiety management, insomnia care, and psychosomatic disorder prevention through Satvavajaya-based counselling.

The corporate wellness sector offers strong opportunities in employee mental health programs, burnout prevention, mindfulness training, and holistic stress management initiatives. With the expansion of telemedicine and digital wellness platforms, many professionals are also offering online psychotherapy-based Ayurvedic counselling, enabling global outreach beyond geographical boundaries.

As mental health awareness rises worldwide and integrative psychiatry gains mainstream recognition, the demand for qualified Ayurvedic psychotherapy professionals is expected to increase significantly, creating diverse and fulfilling career paths in both traditional and modern healthcare sectors.

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Last date for submitting completed Application Form: 17^th Aug 2026.

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