The Ayurvedic Therapist

Paras Moghtader

A space for deep, meaningful conversations on healing, transformation, and self-discovery through Ayurveda, holistic psychology, and ancient wisdom traditions. Hosted by Paras Moghtader, a licensed counselor, Ayurvedic practitioner, and master coach, this podcast explores the profound connection between mind, body, and spirit. Through expert interviews, personal insights, and real-life healing stories, we dive into topics such as: Ayurvedic healing & gut health ‍♀️ Yoga, meditation & breathwork Emotional resilience & trauma healing The role of plant medicine & ancestral wisdom Spiritual alignment & conscious living This podcast is for seekers, healers, and those looking to deepen their connection to themselves and the natural world. If you're ready to reclaim your vitality, rediscover your true essence, and step into a more balanced, empowered life, this is the place for you.

  1. 09/18/2025

    Episode 61: Sneha, Self-Love and Oil as Love with Osi Mizrahi

    In this episode of The Ayurvedic Therapist, I sit down with Osi Mizrahi—founder of OSI Oils, Ayurvedic artisan, healer, and visionary whose work is rooted in slow beauty and the art of self-love. Osi shares her powerful journey from her childhood on a farm in Israel to becoming a medical intuitive, guide, and creator of sacred oils that are more than skincare—they are medicine, vessels of love, and rituals of coming home to oneself. Together, we explore: · What self-love truly looks like in daily life · The Ayurvedic wisdom of sneha—oil and love—as nourishment for body and spirit · How judgment and self-criticism block our light, and how rituals can soften and heal · The transformative power of oils as touch, intimacy, and nervous system medicine · Osi's upcoming book Desert Flower, a tender offering of resilience and ritual This conversation is an invitation to slow down, to tend to yourself with reverence, and to remember that love is the most essential medicine. ✨ Osi is offering listeners 20% off all oils with the code THERAPIST20. Explore her creations at www.osioils.com.

    51 min

  2. 09/13/2025

    Episode 60: Projection, the Mirror, and the Mind: What Ayurveda Teaches Us About Seeing Clearly

    In this episode, we explore one of the most common (and often misunderstood) human defense mechanisms: projection. You'll learn how we unconsciously place our own unresolved emotions, fears, or traits onto others—and how to recognize when it's happening in your life. Through real-life examples and deeper reflections, Paras weaves modern psychology with the wisdom of Ayurvedic and Vedic teachings—explaining the role of Chitta (the storehouse of impressions), Buddhi (discernment), and Ahamkara (ego) in shaping the way we perceive others. You'll walk away with: Practical signs someone is projecting onto you Tools to stay grounded and avoid reacting A deeper understanding of your own mind and energy body Ayurvedic insights on how to clear distorted perception and cultivate truth Listen now and follow @parasmoghtader for more grounded spiritual wisdom.

    29 min

  3. 08/26/2025

    Episode 59; Why do you love the way you do? Anxious & Avoidant Attachment

    Why do you love the way you do? Why do some of us cling while others pull away? In this episode of The Ayurvedic Therapist, I explore the psychology of attachment through both modern science and ancient Ayurvedic wisdom. We'll dive deep into:Anxious attachment — the fear of abandonment, over-giving, and nervous system hyper-arousal.Avoidant detachment — the fear of being controlled, emotional withdrawal, and the armor that hides vulnerability.The “push–pull” dance between anxious and avoidant partners.Somatic + Ayurvedic practices to help you return to center and move toward secure love. Remember: your attachment style isn't who you are — it's what your nervous system learned to do. And the beauty is, you can rewire it. ✨ Want to discover your own attachment style? Take the quiz here: https://www.attachmentquiz.com/quiz.html If this episode resonates, share it with someone you love and let's spread the movement of secure, soulful relationships. Book a session with me here: https://www.parasmoghtader.com/counseling

    38 min

  4. 07/01/2025

    Episode 58: Pratyahara and the Scattered Self: How Sense Control Heals Vata Disorders

    Paras Moghtader explores the often-overlooked fifth limb of yoga—Pratyahara, the withdrawal of the senses—and how it holds the key to healing modern Vata-related disorders like insomnia, ADHD, anxiety, bone loss, and nervous system dysregulation. In Episode 58, Paras breaks down the connection between sensory overload, overstimulation, and energetic depletion, offering practical tools from Ayurveda and yoga for restoring inner calm. You'll learn why rituals like fire ceremonies, sound healing, and silent tea practices are not just spiritual, they are essential medicine for a dysregulated world. To Book A Session With Paras, or explore retreats and ceremonies please go to www.parasmoghtader.com disclaimer: "I am an Ayurvedic Therapist and Counsellor registered with the CPCA. My services are rooted in holistic traditions and do not constitute psychotherapy or medical treatment. I do not practice psychotherapy or represent myself as a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario."

    42 min

  5. 06/26/2025

    Episode 57: The Heart Of The Earth: Iran, The Middle-east A Portal To Universal Peace

    This is not really like the other episodes. It is a raw and heartfelt share, a vision that came through during a breathwork ceremony—a vision that reconnected me to Iran, not just as my homeland, but as the heart chakra of the Earth. This is not a political take. It's a soul message. I speak about trauma, exile, remembrance, and what it means to awaken while still inside the chaos. I also explore why things feel so intense right now, what 5D really means (to me), and how love is not weakness—it's power. This episode is for anyone holding grief, looking for tools, and remembering their role in this global shift. With So Much Grace For Pachamama, People Of Iran, Israel, Gaza and All People Who are currently in war. disclaimer: "I am an Ayurvedic Therapist and Counsellor registered with the CPCA. My services are rooted in holistic traditions and do not constitute psychotherapy or medical treatment. I do not practice psychotherapy or represent myself as a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario."

    38 min

  6. 06/07/2025

    Episode 56: The Shadow Side of Spirituality: Bypassing, Ego & Returning to Integrity

    In this bold and necessary conversation, Paras is joined by Malka to unpack the often-ignored underbelly of modern spiritual spaces, where healing, power, and ego collide. It is a truthful heart to heart conversation between 2 real people. Malka is a designer, artist, and mother. in her words :"It brings me deep joy to create custom pieces of all sorts for beautiful humans who value bespoke and quality craftsmanship that is divinely inspired." This episode is a call to awaken not just to the light, but to the responsibility of truth.It's for anyone who's ever felt disillusioned by the spiritual world… and still longs to find healing that's real, inclusive, and sacred. Listen with your heart. Share with your community.This is how we heal — together. — Follow Paras: @parasmoghtaderConnect with Malka: https://malkaklein.com/ #SpiritualEgo #TraumaInformedHealing #SpiritualBypassing #PlantMedicineIntegration #IntegrityInHealing #AyurvedicTherapistPodcast disclaimer: "I am an Ayurvedic Therapist and Counsellor registered with the CPCA. My services are rooted in holistic traditions and do not constitute psychotherapy or medical treatment. I do not practice psychotherapy or represent myself as a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario."

    1h 10m

  7. 05/13/2025

    Episode 55: Guest Amelia Holden, The Rise of Psychedelic Therapy: Can We Bring Spirit Into Clinical Healing?

    Psychedelics are increasingly being investigated for their therapeutic potential in supporting wellbeing. This is done through "psychedelic-assisted therapy," where a controlled dose of a psychedelic substance, like psilocybin, is administered in a therapeutic setting to help patients explore and gain insights into their experiences. The therapy involves preparation before the session, the medicine administration, and the integration of insights with the therapist afterward. Join Amelia Holden, MSW, RSW and Paras. In this soulful conversation, Paras sits down with Amelia—a gifted therapist and medicine woman—who journeyed to experience ceremonial earth medicine firsthand. Together, they explore how ancient spiritual practices can be integrated into modern therapy without losing their sacred essence. Find Amelia Holden's clinic and work here: https://yourtherapyclinic.ca/ To inquire about Progrmas and Ceremonies in Costa Rica, Pls Contact Paras: https://www.parasmoghtader.com/programs disclaimer: "I am an Ayurvedic Therapist and Counsellor registered with the CPCA. My services are rooted in holistic traditions and do not constitute psychotherapy or medical treatment. I do not practice psychotherapy or represent myself as a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario."

    59 min

  8. 04/30/2025

    Episode 53: 4 Ways To Go From Self-Doubt to Sacred Rhythm: Trusting the Fire Within

    ✨ Episode Description: What if self-doubt isn't a flaw, but a sign you're ready to return to rhythm? In this heartfelt post-retreat episode, Paras shares the sacred lessons that emerged from a transformative week in Nosara, where devotion, mantras, and ancient Ayurvedic wisdom cracked hearts open and rewired nervous systems in just seven days. You'll learn how practices like chanting by the fire, working with herbs like Ashwagandha and Pu'er, and aligning with daily rhythms can begin to dissolve fear, rebuild trust, and call in synchronicity. Paras also offers a powerful Ayurvedic lens on overcoming self-doubt—through grounding Vata, stoking inner fire (Agni), restoring Ojas, and shifting from the heaviness of Tamas to the clarity of Sattva. This episode is an invitation to come home to yourself—with love, with rhythm, and with deep, unshakable trust in life. We just announced our next retreat at Casas Kismet, Feb 21-28, 2026, and we are already half full. Email contact@parasmoghtader.com to reserve your spot today. disclaimer: "I am an Ayurvedic Therapist and Counsellor registered with the CPCA. My services are rooted in holistic traditions and do not constitute psychotherapy or medical treatment. I do not practice psychotherapy or represent myself as a Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario."

    40 min
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A space for deep, meaningful conversations on healing, transformation, and self-discovery through Ayurveda, holistic psychology, and ancient wisdom traditions. Hosted by Paras Moghtader, a licensed counselor, Ayurvedic practitioner, and master coach, this podcast explores the profound connection between mind, body, and spirit. Through expert interviews, personal insights, and real-life healing stories, we dive into topics such as: Ayurvedic healing & gut health ‍♀️ Yoga, meditation & breathwork Emotional resilience & trauma healing The role of plant medicine & ancestral wisdom Spiritual alignment & conscious living This podcast is for seekers, healers, and those looking to deepen their connection to themselves and the natural world. If you're ready to reclaim your vitality, rediscover your true essence, and step into a more balanced, empowered life, this is the place for you.

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  • Creator
    Paras Moghtader
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    60
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 by Paras Moghtader
  • Show Website
    The Ayurvedic Therapist