Department of Psychiatry
Mind-body psychiatry rooted in the ancient Adhi-Vyadhi concept — combining yoga therapy, Ayurvedic nervines, and conventional psychotherapy to heal anxiety, depression, and psychosomatic disorders.
Mind-Body Psychiatry
Arogyadhama's psychiatry department is rooted in the ancient Indian understanding of the mind-body connection — the Adhi-Vyadhi concept — and applies conventional psychotherapy alongside integrative mind-body interventions.
In Ayurvedic and Yogic philosophy, Adhi refers to psychic (mental) disturbances, and Vyadhi to somatic (physical) disease. The Adhi-Vyadhi concept recognises that most chronic physical illness has a psychological root — and conversely, mental illness manifests in the body. This integrated understanding is at the heart of Arogyadhama's psychiatric care.
Modern psychoneuroimmunology has validated what these ancient texts described: chronic stress, anxiety, and depression alter immune function, hormonal balance, cardiovascular health, and gut microbiome — creating systemic physical disease. Our psychiatric protocols therefore address mind and body simultaneously.
Specific Yoga interventions — including MSRT, Cyclic Meditation, Yoga Nidra, and group Maitri Milan — have been shown in clinical studies to significantly reduce anxiety and depression scores, improve sleep quality, and enhance overall psychological wellbeing.
"Mental illness is not a character weakness — it is a physiological imbalance that responds profoundly to the right combination of ancient mind-body practices and conventional psychological science."
Our Specialisations
Healing the Mind Through the Body
The Adhi-Vyadhi model guides every psychiatric protocol at Arogyadhama — addressing mental illness through both psychological and physiological interventions simultaneously.
MSRT (Mind Sound Resonance Technique) for anxiety — shown to reduce HAM-A scores by 40%. Yoga Nidra for insomnia. Cyclic Meditation for depression. Om Meditation for limbic system regulation.
Daily group sharing sessions create the social connection that is one of the most powerful predictors of mental health recovery. Peer support, normalization of experience, and shared hope.
Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) for cognitive function and anxiety. Ashwagandha for stress and adrenal support. Jatamansi for insomnia. Shirodhara for deep nervous system calming.
Therapeutic diet: Sattvic foods that support serotonin production. Gut-brain axis optimisation through probiotics and fibre. Eliminating processed foods, caffeine, and sugar that destabilise mood.
Led by Dr. R. Nagarathna & Dr. Amit Singh
Every department at Arogyadhama is anchored by Dr. Nagarathna's clinical leadership alongside Dr. Amit Singh, supported by a team of consulting physicians from across our integrative disciplines.
Dr R Nagarathna
MBBS, MD, FRCP · Founder Director, Arogyadhama
A pioneering integrative physician with over four decades of clinical experience, Dr. Nagarathna oversees protocols across every department — combining conventional medicine with Yoga, Ayurveda, and Naturopathy.
Dr Amit Singh
BAMS, MD, PhD
Medical Superintendent at Arogyadhama, Dr. Amit Singh leads day-to-day clinical operations and works closely with department heads to ensure seamless integrative care for every patient.
Consulting Doctors
Dr. Ranjitha Raghunath
Dr. Vaishali Matapathi
BNYS, MD
Consultant Physician — Naturopathy & Yoga
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