For individuals seeking natural cures for anxiety, Singapore-based holistic health centre UrbanMind offers Access Consciousness Bars therapy.

Developed in 1990 by best-selling author and entrepreneur Gary Douglas, the therapy involves lightly touching 32 points around the head to release energies stuck in the brain and body. When cleared of these stagnant energies, a person is expected to feel more relaxed and less reactive to stressful situations. The therapy is non-invasive and does not include the use of any pharmaceutical product, making it a safer alternative to anxiety medication.

During a session, an individual will be asked to lie on his back for 90 minutes while fully-clothed. The practitioner then sits behind and gently touches the 32 different energy points around the head. Many have reported experiencing significant mood changes over the course of one session. However, the most dramatic effects can be noticed after four to six weeks of Access Consciousness Bars therapy.

From a scientific standpoint, the holistic anxiety disorder treatment changes the electrical function of the brain. According to Access Consciousness Bars’ official blog, several biofeedback experts have reported changes in their brain waves during a one-hour session. From generating beta waves, which keeps a person alert, their brains shifted to producing theta waves, which allow a person to feel more relaxed while being more receptive to information.

In their website, UrbanMind says that the therapy is not just for those with mental illnesses. It is for everyone, including babies, children, pregnant women, teens, and individuals diagnosed with ADD, ADHD, Autism or OCD.

“Access Consciousness acknowledges that children come into this world with complete awareness and much more consciousness than we give them credit for and a Bars session on a child creates a fast and effective change as they have lesser judgments and considerations of the world around them, allowing for change to come to them almost immediately,” UrbanMind states in its page dedicated to Access Bars for children.

More specifically, the therapy helps children cope with pre-examination stress, mood swings, depression, sleep issues and social anxiety. UrbanMind offers house visits for babies and children needing the therapy.

In pregnant women, Access Consciousness Bars therapy keeps mood swings at bay, promoting a calm and peaceful mood throughout the entire pregnancy period. It also works as a natural sleeping aid by inducing relaxation, and helps in dealing with anxiety about labour.

Moreover, the modality also proves effective for adults experiencing various forms of emotional struggle such as negative “thoughts, ideas, beliefs, emotions, judgments and consideration patterns.” Access Consciousness Bars therapy will allow an individual to adopt a new perspective, letting them release their struggles and shift towards positivity.

At UrbanMind, a session is performed by Vikki Tear who is a certified Access Consciousness Bars Practitioner. She also holds a certification to practice Access Consciousness Energetic Facelift.

The holistic health centre accepts clients on an appointment basis. To schedule an Access Conscious Bars session as alternative to anxiety medication, interested individuals can contact UrbanMind online or at +65 8816 6077. A complimentary private consultation is offered to first-time clients.

UrbanMind is strategically located at 430 Lorong 6 Toa Payoh #10-01. It is five minutes away from Toa Payoh MRT and is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.