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Amita Banerjee
Ayurvedic Health Counselor and Educationist, Atmananda Yoga and Wellness Center, New York
Amita Banerjee is an experienced Ayurvedic Health Counselor and Educationist based at the Atmananda Yoga and Wellness Center. With over 22 years of practice in Ayurveda, she specializes in providing personalized wellness consultations that include dietary advice, herbal remedies, and lifestyle modifications tailored to individual needs based on their Dosha, or constitutional type.12
Professional Background
- Ayurvedic Health Counselor and Educationist at Holistic Ayurveda since September 2012, where she teaches Ayurvedic nutrition to yoga teacher trainees and practitioners.24
- Community Outreach Manager at the Center for Safety & Change, Inc., focusing on social change and support for survivors of domestic violence.24
- Certified as a Holistic Health Counselor by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners, she integrates holistic approaches into her counseling practices.35
Education
Amita holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Delhi University (1976-1979) and has additional certifications in mental health first aid and rape crisis counseling.2
Advocacy and Community Work
In addition to her counseling work, Amita is active in community outreach, advocating for inclusion and equality while working closely with marginalized groups, particularly within the South Asian community.24 She aims to foster understanding and compassion in her community through education and support initiatives.
Her multifaceted approach combines traditional Ayurvedic practices with modern health counseling techniques, making her a valuable resource for those seeking holistic health solutions.
