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 is the lead Fitness and Wellness Trainer at Belaku Rehabilitation Centre, focused on the vital connection between physical and mental health. A certified fitness expert and yoga instructor, Prateek designs and leads specialized programs that aim to rebuild the body, increase physical stamina, and strengthen the resolve of individuals in recovery. Understanding that addiction takes a severe toll on the physical body, Prateek utilizes exercise as a therapeutic tool to naturally boost dopamine and serotonin levels, aiding in the neurobiological healing process. His sessions range from high-intensity interval training to restorative yoga, all tailored to meet the varying fitness levels and medical limitations of the residents. By establishing a rigorous but supportive physical routine, he helps residents cultivate discipline, focus, and a renewed sense of self-worth. Prateek's holistic approach ensures that residents not only detoxify their bodies but also rebuild them stronger. His energetic motivation and deep knowledge of body mechanics help individuals transform their physical health into a strong, stable foundation for their lifelong journey of sobriety and mental wellness.
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."
