Jose Calderon-Abbo,M.D.

Whole Body Mental Health Radio

Jose Calderon-Abbo,M.D.

  • From Mat to Couch: Integrating Yoga and Mental Health with Veronique Robins-Brown, M.D.

From Mat to Couch: Integrating Yoga and Mental Health with Veronique Robins-Brown, M.D.

Thursday 17th August 2017

Dr. Veronique Robins-Brown shares how yoga, mindfulness, and nutrition enhance mental health on Whole Body Mental Health Radio.
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Whole Body Mental Health Radio
Author:
Jose Calderon-Abbo,M.D.
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Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Yoga and Mental Health: Insights from Dr. Veronique Robins-Brown

We're activating the parasympathetic system, which is something that no psychiatric drug can do.
What happens when yoga meets psychiatry? In this episode of 'Whole Body Mental Health Radio', Dr. Jose Calderon-Abbo chats with Dr. Veronique Robins-Brown, a psychiatrist who blends yoga, mindfulness, nutrition, and psychotherapy in her practice. Dr. Robins-Brown's journey is nothing short of fascinating. From her residency at Tulane University to teaching yoga to psychiatric patients and veterans, she has always sought natural healing methods.
Her travels across the United States and India, including her time at the National Institute for Mental Health and Neuroscience in Bangalore, have enriched her understanding of integrative medicine. In this episode, you'll hear about the profound benefits of yoga for mental health, the significance of activating the parasympathetic system, and the role of mindfulness-based therapies. Whether you're curious about the different types of yoga or how these practices can be woven into mental health treatment, Dr.
Robins-Brown's insights offer a refreshing perspective. Tune in to learn how a holistic approach can foster well-being and mental resilience.