A Vincentian Sanctuary of Healing

A safe place to heal, grow, and find your way home to yourself.

In a world touched by stress, isolation, and uncertainty, De Paul Wellness Centre offers a warm, nurturing space for whole-person healing for students, families, professionals, and religious alike.

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De Paul Wellness Centre

Care without corners

About the Centre

Healing is not just a service; it is a mission of the heart.

De Paul Wellness Centre is a compassionate Vincentian initiative, rooted in the timeless values of Saint Vincent de Paul: charity, humility, and service to the most vulnerable.

We believe true health is not merely the absence of illness, but the flourishing of the whole person in body, mind, and soul. Inspired by the Vincentian spirit of practical love and human dignity, we offer a welcoming space where every person regardless of background or circumstance is seen, heard, and cared for with warmth and respect.

Our Vision

To create a sanctuary of healing and growth where individuals, families, and youth discover inner peace, resilience, and holistic well-being through professional psychological support rooted in Vincentian compassion.

Our Mission

To provide accessible, professional psychotherapy and counselling that addresses the emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs of people in their daily struggles — fostering mental health awareness and resilience within the Aluva community.

"True health is the flourishing of the whole person in body, mind, and soul."

— The Vincentian spirit at the heart of De Paul Wellness Centre
CharityPractical, unconditional love
HumilityWalking alongside, never above
ServiceCare for the most vulnerable
What We Offer

Compassionate care for every step of the journey

Finding your way isn't about having all the answers it's about finding them together, at your own pace, in a space where you are truly heard and deeply valued.

Individual Counselling

Personalised one-on-one support to explore your innermost thoughts and emotions through anxiety, depression, stress, or life's transitions.

Youth · Adults · Religious

Family Therapy

Gently rebuilding the bridges of understanding, trust, and love. A safe, neutral space where every voice is heard.


Couples · Parents · Families

Child & Adolescent

Warm, age-appropriate counselling for behavioural challenges, academic stress, and emotional regulation.


Children · Teenagers

Group Therapy

A community of mutual understanding and hope. Carefully facilitated support for grief, addiction recovery, and stress.


Shared Healing

Online Availability

Finding your inner peace now accessible online, offering flexible online schedules especially for international clients.


Virtual & Sessions
Our Team

Reaching out takes courage. You don't have to walk alone.

Our team of experienced, certified therapists brings not just professional expertise, but genuine human understanding to every session. Every person is unique so we take the time to truly know you.

Here, you are never just a patient. You are a person, and your wellbeing is our deepest commitment.

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  • A safe, confidential spaceSpeak freely, without fear of judgment.
  • Personalised therapy plansThoughtfully designed around your unique needs.
  • Heal at your own paceA nurturing environment for full expression.
  • Ongoing support & follow-upRegular sessions to track your progress.
  • In-person or onlineVisit us in Aluva, or connect online.
  • Virtual SessionsFlexible online schedule especially for international clients.
Training Programmes

Mindfulness & Positive Psychology, for those who lead and teach.

Burnout is not inevitable, and thriving is not a privilege reserved for the few. Grounded in the latest positive psychology research and enriched by mindfulness, our programmes give educators and professionals the inner tools to truly flourish.

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Beyond conventional workshops

Practical, evidence-based skills participants can apply immediately in classrooms and boardrooms.

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Tailored for your world

Every programme is customised to your group's culture, challenges, and goals.

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Resilience that lasts

Rebuild emotional balance and reignite a deep sense of meaning and joy.

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Our Founder

Fr. Dr. Shijo Antony CM

Founder · De Paul Centre for Holistic Wellness & Mindfulness

Hailing from Kannur, Kerala, Fr. Dr. Shijo was ordained a Vincentian priest in 2004. He holds a Doctorate in Canon Law from Spain and a Doctorate in Positive Psychology from the USA, and is a Diplomate of Positive Psychology from the American Board of Positive Psychology.

His ministry has taken him across more than 40 countries and diverse cultures, enriching his understanding of the human experience. A mindfulness practitioner, motivational speaker, therapist, and author, he trains educators, youth, and professionals to live meaningful, fulfilled lives.

Doctorate, Canon Law (Spain) Doctorate, Positive Psychology (USA) Diplomate, Positive Psychology Author & Speaker
From Our Blog

Gentle reflections for everyday wellbeing

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Mindfulness

Growing Up Is Harder Now

Today’s youth face pressures earlier generations never experienced. Their social lives never pause; follows them home through their phones.
Family

When Love Feels Like Hard Work

Most couples don’t fall apart because of one big betrayal. Instead, they drift apart through many small disconnections, and feels like a distance.
Mental Wellness

The Importance of Mental Health

Mental health challenges are common and not a sign of weakness. When you improve one area, the others benefit too, will able to cope with life’s challenges.
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Testimonies

Stories of finding the way back to wholeness

With deep respect for privacy, these reflections are shared by those who walked through our doors.

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I came in carrying years of anxiety and left feeling, for the first time, that someone truly understood. I was never rushed. I was never judged.

AAnithaIndividual counselling
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Our family was breaking quietly. The sessions gave us a place to actually hear each other again. We are still a work in progress but now we're doing it together.

MSManoj & ShilpaFamily therapy
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The mindfulness training changed how our whole staff room feels. I returned to teaching with energy I thought I'd lost for good.

AAmalaEducator wellness programme
Contact Us

Keep in touch

Have a question or need assistance? We'd love to hear from you. Send us a message, and our team will get back to you as soon as possible.

Visit the Centre St. Vincent's Mission House,
UC College (PO), Aluva,
Ernakulam(Dist),
Kerala, 670 633
WhatsApp +91 95268 21793 Call +91 96336 91339 Email depaulwellness1625@gmail.com


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