Prateek Shridhar
Trainer
Professional Credentials
Experience
6+ Years in Physical Fitness Training
Affiliation
Belaku Rehabilitation Centre
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Practices in compliance with the Mental Healthcare Act (MHCA), 2017 standards and clinical excellence protocols.
About Prateek Shridhar
Prateek Shridhar coordinates our fitness and physical wellness programs. Understanding that physical recovery is crucial to psychological healing, Prateek designs personalized exercise routines, strength conditioning, and yoga classes for our residents. His structured fitness programs help restore muscle strength, improve cardiovascular health, and stimulate natural endorphins, reinforcing mental discipline and confidence as clients rebuild their bodies.
Areas of Clinical Expertise
Professional Insights & Therapeutic Approach
What is your guiding philosophy when working with residents at Belaku?
"At Belaku, my approach is centered around empathy, safety, and respect. I believe that recovery is not a one-size-fits-all model; every individual requires a unique balance of clinical support, emotional validation, and practical life-skills training. By addressing the root causes of dependency—such as co-occurring disorders, work burnout, or relational conflicts—we help residents rebuild their lives with clinical integrity and lasting dignity, in line with the standards of the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017."
How does a multidisciplinary team approach support long-term recovery outcomes?
"Healing from addiction is a holistic process that involves physical stabilization, cognitive restructuring, and social reintegration. By working closely in a team that includes psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, physical trainers, and nutritionists, we ensure that every aspect of the resident's health is monitored and optimized. This coordinated focus minimizes treatment gaps, builds physical stamina, rebalances neurochemistry, and prepares residents to transition back to their family and professional environments with stable coping strategies."
