– by Pirunrat Nathchayanonth (Yori), Client Coordinator
It has a been more than a year since Covid19 introduced itself and it seems to refuseto leave. We are all struggling, coping and pushing through. So how are you? How have you really been doing? Check in with yourself and touch base with your feelings. Are you overwhelmed? To be completely honest with you, I find myself anxious a lot of times.
In a world where the pandemic is preventing everyone from socializing and connecting freely like how we used to, depression levels have increased distinctively due to isolation and freedom limitation. It is already hard for anyone to cope with curfew, lockdown, and quarantine. Imagine how much harder it is for those with existing mental issues.
“The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the mental health of people of all ages. Now, more than ever, it is critical to reduce the stigma around mental health struggles, because that stigma often prevents individuals from seeking help.” – Mental Health America (https://www.mhanational.org/mental-health-month)
If you are facing emotional changes that you feel it’s out of your control, we want you to know that you are not alone. This year more than ever we have to help each other get through the challenge hands in hands. And as we celebrate Mental Health Awareness this month, we would like to introduce you to our newest partners specialized in the area.
Sonal Karamchandani, Journey Practitioner (Soulnal – Healing our Soul)
Bharati Lachmandas, Positive Psychology Coach
Coach Bharati is a Certified Positive Psychology Coach and a Certified Positive Educator. Her ability in creating a safe space and her empathic and gentle coaching style makes it easy for clients of all ages to open up to her. Her presence, active listening skills and nonjudgmental outlook is key in establishing a connection and building a rapport in a short span of time. Using evidence based approaches and Positive Psychology principles and intervention tools, Coach Bharati works with clients to facilitate constructive and sustainable changes that supports improved mental and emotional well being.
Penelope Booth, Counselor – Niraamaya Center
She moved to Bangkok and started working at the Niraamaya Centre in 2016, and has treated many clients for various physical and mental issues such as anxiety, depression, digestive issues, infertility, and hormonal imbalance. Additionally, Penny also specializes in treating health issues in children such as ADHD, anxiety, digestive issues and more. Through a combination of herbs, homeopathy, acupuncture, nutritional recommendations, and counseling she treats and supports her clients journey to complete wellbeing.
Remember, there is nothing wrong in seeking professional help if you have already exhausted all other alternative options. You are not defected in any way. You are just being mindful about yourself and that is a good thing! It means you are aware of your situation and you’re doing what’s best for you.
Here at Enliven, we are here to help connect you with the right specialist for your specific needs, to make sure that your journey will always be full of support with ease and focus on your peace of mind. When you are ready to reach out, we will be here through every step of the way 😊
