Authors : Dr. Rajashree Roy Som

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 9 - September

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/25sep023

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Abstract : The evolving landscape of psychological health increasingly acknowledges the limitations of single-model interventions in addressing complex mental health issues. Integrative therapies, which blend conventional psychotherapeutic techniques with complementary practices such as mindfulness, yoga, art therapy, and somatic methods, focus on treating the individual as a whole—encompassing mind, body, and spirit. This article explores holistic approaches to psychological healing through a conceptual and empirical lens, emphasizing the role of integrative modalities in fostering resilience, emotional regulation, and cognitive restructuring. By drawing on evidence from clinical trials, qualitative inquiries, and theoretical frameworks, the study demonstrates how diverse therapeutic traditions converge to inform comprehensive approaches to mental well-being. The results indicate that integrative practices not only alleviate symptoms but also encourage long-term personal development, self-compassion, and the pursuit of meaning in life.

Keywords : Integrative Therapies, Holistic Healing, Converging Mind, Mindfulness, Psychological Health, Complementary Approaches.

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