the founder
Hello!
I’m Roshini, a licensed professional clinical counselor in California and Texas and a certified Pilates instructor. Welcome to my practice where I blend my specialties to help you feel happier and healthier, whether you're prioritizing your own wellness, elevating your wellness practice, or educating yourself on the intersection of mental and physical fitness.
the services
The Pilates Psychology is a wellness method that blends classical pilates, cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy and is offered in individual therapy sessions and group fitness classes. In creating this method, I've developed a framework of integration that I share through consultations and education for therapists, Pilates instructors and coaches eager to elevate their own work.
Let's connect as I share key pieces of this journey in my newsletter and upcoming publications. Thanks for being here!
the background
I’ve spent almost two decades providing therapy, crisis care and clinical leadership in hospitals, clinics and private practices, with a strong focus on suicide prevention and depression, anxiety, eating disorders and obsessive compulsive disorders. As a Pilates instructor, I've taught classes and privates, created fusion formats and led fitness teams in boutique studios and fitness clubs. Key takeways from my combined experience are that mental healthcare quietly exists in every workout and innovation is key for wellness providers to feel inspired, reach more people, and avoid burnout. These lessons are the foundation and fuel for The Pilates Psychology.
Classical Pilates
Classical Pilates is a set series of mat and apparatus (reformer, tower, etc) exercises designed to create a healthy spine through alignment and building core strength. Created by the late Joseph Pilates, each exercise is meant to capture each of the six (puzzle piece) Pilates principles, in designated exercise order.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT is a therapy model for anxiety and depression, developed by the late Dr. Aaron Beck. CBT links our thoughts to feelings and behaviors, focusing on perspective shifting. Multiple research studies prove CBT's effectiveness in treating a range of mental health diagnoses in children and adults.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
DBT is a therapy model for managing big feelings. Created by Dr. Marsha Linehan, DBT teaches skills to practice mindfulness, tolerate distress, guide emotions and navigate relationships. DBT is proven effective in treating many mental health disorders.