From Tradition to Treatment: Examining the Impact of Mindfulness-Based Psychotherapy on Mental Health Access in Jaipur

Abstract

This study investigates the impact of mindfulness-based psychotherapy on mental health access in Jaipur, India. The integration of traditional mindfulness practices with modern psychotherapy techniques has gained traction in recent years, potentially offering a culturally sensitive approach to mental health treatment. Through a mixed-methods approach, including surveys, interviews, and quantitative analysis of mental health service utilization data, this research examines how the introduction of mindfulness-based psychotherapy has affected mental health access, awareness, and treatment outcomes in Jaipur. The findings suggest that this approach has led to increased mental health service utilization, reduced stigma, and improved treatment outcomes, particularly among populations previously hesitant to seek conventional mental health care.