At Ujima Life Services, we also offer a holistic health coaching approach to mental and physical health, meaning providing support that looks at the whole person, not just their mental health needs. The support also considers their physical, emotional, social and spiritual wellbeing. This is a six-month program that
Benefits of Holistic Approaches to Mental Wellness
Holistic approaches to mental well-being consider all aspects of a person, not just the symptoms and diagnosis but also social and emotional factors. By combining holistic strategies with evidence-based treatment practices, a more detailed plan for healing can be created based on the inseparable and intrinsic relationship between the body and the mind.
Some advantages of a holistic approach to mental and physical wellness are:
1. Holistic measures help the mind and the body become healing tools. By preparing both for reframing or responding differently to stress, depression and anxiety, it can be effective in alleviating symptoms in many situations.
2. All aspects of a person are considered when treating mental health issues, including:
· Psychological
· Medical
· Social
· Spiritual
· Lifestyle
· Behavioral
3. Stress management through mindfulness and the use of self-regulation techniques is an important part of holistic treatment that are key for advancing wellness, as stress often triggers mental health issues.
4. Physical activities such as regular exercise or yoga and a balanced diet can be extremely effective in eradicating symptoms of anxiety, depression, and mood swings, and can boost sleep quality.
Our Duafe six month Holistic Mental and Physical Health and Wellness program will launch in early 2022.