To receive certification as an Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultant (ALC) requires 500 hours:
Completion of Course #1 (Fundamentals Principles & Physiology of Ayurveda) 100 Hours, Zoom
Completion of Course #2 (Diagnosis Skill & Methods of Ayurveda) 100 Hours, Zoom
Completion of Course #3 (Herbology & Dietary Treatments of Ayurveda) 100 Hours, Zoom
Completion of Course #4 (Dietary & Herbal Treatments for 20 Health Conditions) 150 Hours, India
Minimum 50 Hours of internship in Khabir's Clinic, in Ojai CA or San Antonio TX, USA
To receive certification as an Ayurvedic Practitioner (AP) requires an additional 1500 hours:
An additional 1500 hours of recognized Ayurveda training, internship and documented appointments
Description
These courses are about learning the skills necessary to practice Ayurveda in a clinical environment based on traditional Ayurvedic principles (Charaka & Samhita), methodologies of treatment (kayachikitsa), Ayurvedic herbology (dravyaguna) and Ayurvedic pharmacology (Bhaisajya Kalpanaa), as practiced in Northern India. These workshops do not cover the history of Ayurveda, sanskrit text or physical forms of treatment such as abhyanga, sweating therapies, Shirodhara, marma therapy or any form of panchakarma as practiced in southern India.
* Completing 500 hours of study with Khabir in his capacity as a Registered Professional Ayurvedic Continuing Education (PACE) Provider by the Association of Ayurvedic Professionals of North America (AAPNA) will allow an individual to register as an [Registered] Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultant with AAPNA. An additional 500 hours of certificate study, training or internship will allow the individual to register as an [Registered] Ayurveda Practitioner with AAPNA or other associations as per their requirements.
This teaching format is in the traditional teacher-student approach or gurukul in India for those who want hands-on training in Ayurvedic health-care (kayachikitsa) by an experienced Vaidya. Most courses on Ayurveda are more focused on theory more than clinical application, or too academic, with references to original sanskrit texts requiring an understanding of Sanskrit terminology. The goals of these workshops are to help students and practitioners of Ayurveda to better grasp the clinical applications of Ayurveda and provide a model of private practice. The Workshops are straightforward and clear without much Sanskrit terminology.
The purpose and intention of this program is to help fulfill a growing need for skilled and professional Ayurvedic practitioners, to address the plethora of health issues in modern society. Khabir
Attendance is very limited. Prior students are encouraged to register asap.
Presenter and Organizer
Khabir Southwick, Integrative Ayurvedic Doctor & Herbal Pharmacist , is an internationally recognized Ayurvedic practitioner of north Indian school of thought, a master herbalist and public educator of natural health-care, whole food nutrition and Ayurveda. For over 27 years, Khabir has helped thousands of people to naturally overcome a wide range of health conditions with Ayurvedic dietary changes, herbal medicine, traditional home remedies and lots of motivation. Khabir does not use or purchase any products but chooses to formulate and make his own herbal teas and Ayurvedic formulas to maintain the highest level of quality and follow in the traditional ways of Ayurveda.
Khabir maintains two Ayurvedic clinics Ojai, CA and in north San Antonio TX. He has provided hundreds of classes and workshops worldwide in multiple cities in Southern California, Texas, France, Morocco, the UAE, and India. He also travels regularly to India conduct these Ayurveda courses and led detoxification (panchakarma) retreats. (details).
Khabir Southwick is a Registered Professional Ayurvedic Continuing Education (PACE) Provider by the Association of Ayurvedic Professionals of North America (AAPNA) and is qualified to issue certificates of completion for each workshop and provide certificates as an Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultant (ALC), Ayurvedic Health Consultant (AHC), & Ayurvedic Practitioner (AP) enabling the student to register with AAPNA and other Ayurvedic Associations and obtain continuing education credits from such organization accepting AAPNA PACE provider courses.
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"Being a small group and eating together provides an excellent environment for questions and open discussion. With panchakarma and prominent guest speakers each workshop is a deep immersion in Ayurveda." Khabir
* These training programs are based on the guidelines of the World Health Organization (WHO) Benchmarks for training in traditional / complementary and alternative medicine: benchmarks for training in Ayurveda & Government of India, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Department of Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy (AYUSH), New Delhi, India. (Reference Number: D.O. NO. 480 /Adviser (Ayurveda) / 2009, May 1st, 2009).
Testimonial by Dr. Vikram Chauhan
Testimonial regarding the program by Dr. Vikram, India, 2017
From outside of India call or text to: +1-805-308-3480
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Purgation Therapy - Virechana
Purgation Therapy (Virechana)
A Traditional Ayurveda Purification and Detoxification Procedure
Treatment details can be provided by appointment in Ojai or Zoom with herbal products mailed.
What is Virechana?
Virechana is the second procedure in the sequence of Panchakarma (Ayurveda Detoxification Program), mainly aimed at reducing Pitta Dosha and toxic accumulation in the GI tract, liver and gallbladder. In simple words, Virechana is that procedure which expels out congestion and heat through the anal passage. This is the simplest method of Panchakarma and has the most easily observed effects. It is a safe procedure without side effects that can be easily be done at home with proper preparation and the right herbal formulas.
Health problems commonly treated by Virechana therapy
Based on Ayurveda, Virechana can treat a number of health problems including:
Skin diseases such as eczema and psoriasis*
Rheumatic arthritis*
Piles*
Abdominal tumor(s)*
Worms and other parasites*
Gout*
Jaundice*
Irritable bowel syndrome*
Chronic constipation*
In addition, the therapy is often administered to treat the following:
Diabetes*
Asthma*
Goiter*
Headaches*
Obesity*
The treatment
Virechana therapy is defined as the medicated purgation therapy, which cleanses the Pitta and purifies blood, by clearing the toxins from the body. The treatment concentrates on the toxins that are accumulated in the liver and gall bladder. Along with advance preparation, this treatment is a flushing of the whole gastro-intestinal track with herbal laxatives. This powerful treatment quickly reduces body heat (pitta); liver, gallbladder and colon congestion and helps improve rashes, itching, skin inflammation and acne while also improving digestion and boosting metabolism.*
The procedure
Before the procedure, internal Oleation is followed for three to seven days to loosen toxins and prepare for the actual treatment. Additionally, a light dosha specific diet is prescribed before the treatment. However, certain factors like body and mind constitution, age of the person, digestive state should be considered, to properly design an effective Virechana therapy as there are many options.
Herbs used for Virechana aim at cleansing the sweat glands, small intestine, colon, stomach, liver and spleen. A number of herbs are used for the therapy process, which serve as decongestants, laxatives and purgatives. Herbal purgative, salt or castor oil can also used for the initial treatment based on individual. After the treatment, the patient then follows a restricted diet for 7 to 10 days to reestablish the digestive fire (Agni).
The benefits:
Flushes out of the toxins and excess mucus from the GI tract and thus improves digestion.
Clears congestion from the liver and thus improves metabolism and fat digestion.
Relieves many gastro-intestinal disorders.
Improves the condition ofskin disorders, rashes & allergies.
Therapy requires one private consultations (in Ojai, CA or by Skype) plus herbal products.
A Traditional Ayurveda Purification and Detoxification Procedure
Treatment details can be provided by appointment in Ojai or Zoom with herbal products mailed.
What is Vamana?
Vamana is one of the five therapies of Panchakarma in Ayurveda. Vamana is therapeutic vomiting which is a medicated emesis. This is an emesis treatment done through the oral route to eliminate excess mucus by means of therapeutic vomiting and is recommended for patients suffering from chronic asthma, tonsillitis, anemia, chronic indigestion, sinus problems, cough, and cold. People suffering from edema, epilepsy, skin diseases, fever, loss of appetite, and lymphatic obstruction can find this therapy beneficial.
This treatment is done for the aggravated Kapha dosha, which dislodges the toxins mainly from the respiratory and gastrointestinal tract. The Kapha toxins accumulated in the body and the respiratory tract are effectively removed by Vamana. Waste products and congestion are thus eliminated through the mouth. After vomiting, the sinus is cleared, which in turn provides relief from congestion, wheezing, and breathlessness.
Health problems commonly treated by Vamana therapy
Based on Ayurveda, Virechana can treat a number of health problems and uproot them, so that they do not occur again including:
Upper respiratory tract infection*
Chronic indigestion*
Sinus problems*
Cough and cold*
Asthma*
Latest studies in the field of medical science suggest that certain symptoms of asthma can be cured by this highly effective form of Panchakarma.
In addition, the therapy is often administered to treat the following:
Edema*
Loss of appetite*
Diabetes*
Obesity*
The procedure
The objective of Vamana therapy is to gently induce vomiting to get rid of the mucus that causes excess Kapha. The person feels better after vomiting a few times. This is followed by the internal administration of ghee treatment and a steam bath or warm shower. After performing Vamana therapy, the patient should take a rest and not consume heavy food. If Vamana is done properly, the person feels relaxed and able to breathe freely. Lightness in the chest is often experienced after undergoing the therapy. The person thinks clearly, develops a clear voice and good appetite. All the symptoms of congestion vanish away after the proper Vamana therapy. The treatment can be easily done at home with a proper understanding of the steps and the medicated drink being provided.
The benefits:
Improves breathing.
Promotes good appetite.
The sinuses are cleared which in turn provides relief from the congestion, wheezing, and breathlessness.
It is a highly effective treatment in Asthma
Reduction in weight and cholesterol & triglyceride levels.
Therapy requires one private consultation (in Ojai, CA or by Skype) plus herbal products.
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Herbal Enema Therapy: Basti
Herbal Enema Therapy (Basti)
A Traditional Ayurveda Purification and Detoxification Procedure
Treatment details can be provided by appointment in Ojai or Zoom with herbal products mailed.
What is Basti?
One of the main procedures of Panchakarma Chikitsa, Basti karma concentrates on the elimination of the loosened vata dosha out through the rectum. The treatment involves the introduction of medicinal substances, such as, herbal oils and decoctions in a liquid medium, into the rectum of the person. This is because vata is predominantly located in the colon and bones. Herbal concoctions made of sesame oil are generally used for the purpose. Vata disorders can be effectively cured by Basti karma. Common cold, sexual disorders, constipation, distention, kidney, backache, pain in the neck region, vomiting and hyperacidity can also be cured by Basti karma.
Health problems commonly treated by Basti therapy
Based on Ayurveda, Basti can treat a number of health problems and uproot them, so that they do not occur again including:
Constipation
Lower back ache
Inflammatory disorders like Gout, rheumatism
Neurological disorders like sciatica
Nervous disorders vata headache
Obesity
Emaciation
Sexual weakness, infertility
Muscular atrophy
Latest studies in the field of medical science suggest that certain symptoms of asthma can be cured by this highly effective form of Panchakarma.
In addition, the therapy is often administered to treat the following:
Edema*
Loss of appetite*
Diabetes*
Obesity*
The objective
When done properly, Basti is an effective treatment that has very few or no side effects on the body. The medication techniques used for the treatment are known as enemas. Gnerally, Basti karma can be adopted to people in order to rejuvenate the body, provide strength and longevity. (According to Ayurveda, the enemas are not suitable for people suffering from shortness of breath, chronic abdominal pain, bleeding from rectum, cough, diarrhea and severe anemia.)
Types of Basti:
There are Eight main types of basti, each with their own indications and contra-indications, however, here are the three types commonly provided:
Herbal Decoction Enema (Aasthapan-Nirhua Basti): This type of treatment is predominantly used to treat arthritic conditions and nervous disorders, obstruction of urine, stools and flatus; amenorrhoea and infertility. Herbal decoction and small amounts of oil are used to treat the ailments. This type of Basti karma is not suitable for malnourished and weak people or those suffering from tuberculosis, ascites, peritonitis, intestinal obstruction, dysentery, diabetes, skin diseases and asthma.
Oil Enema (Anuvasan Basti): Warm oil with small amounts of decoction is used in Anuvasan Basti. The treatment rejuvenates the body. People suffering from piles, obesity, intestinal worms, anemia and jaundice should not do Anuvasan Basti.
Nutritional enema (Bruhana Basti): This type of Enema is used for providing deep nutrition in select conditions. Traditionally, highly nutritive substances have been used, such as warm milk, meat broth, bone marrow soup and herbs like shatavari or ashwagandha.
The benefits:
Basti karma is highly beneficial in cleansing and detoxifying the body.
The strong treatment penetrates deep into the dhatus, while the mild treatment works on the superficial level of dhatus. Both the treatments are beneficial for the body.
Secretions in the colon are promoted by Basti karma, thereby ensuring a good health.
People suffering from constipation would find the treatment beneficial, because it promotes the liquefaction of ama and mala (waste products) in the colon.
The palliative treatment helps the colon expel them. Similar to western enemas, the Basti karma increases colonic peristalsis, producing rapid elimination of the feces
Therapy requires one private consultations (in Ojai, CA or by Skype) plus herbal products.
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