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I met Dr. Bahar Celen, ten years ago as I was being treated for Bipolar Disorder at Belhoul European Hospital. I would describe Dr. Celen as a very unique Psychiatrist in her approach to healthcare. She is extremely individualized, very personal. Dr.Celen as a physician is concerned about your whole person and also attends to your medical needs efficiently. She is a very genuine person and she really does build trust and rapport with her patients. As a facilitator of Healing Dances, she is very patient, skillful and encouraging. I really enjoyedthe dance experiences with her, which were uplifting and joyous
Female, 47
Prior to coming to UAE, I had seen multiple psychiatrists in the USA and been constantly on medication for 15 years. I am an “experienced patient”. Dr. Celen was the best thing that happened to me in Dubai. She diagnosed my actual condition and optimized my medication. She took me off of some of the pills and switched the ones, which caused side effects. The seven plus years when I was under her treatment were the most stable and most productive years of my life so far, despite the challenges my family went through. She is not only the best psychiatrist I’ve ever had; but the best doctor I’ve ever had. I always felt very safe with her. We’re moving back to the USA and I will really miss her.
Female, 45
Dr. Bahar is an Earth Angel. (If you are into spirituality you would know what this means.) She is earthy, strong, grounded and practical… and spiritual, mystical, artistic and creative at the same time. And all that with profound scientific and professional foundation. My world has expanded and my inner world has deepened since she became my teacher and mentor. I have learned so much about myself, the world around me and the purpose and meaning of life through her incredible Online Courses for self-healing (Chakra Wisdom, Womb Wisdom, Women who run with wolves) and her magical Healing Dances (Shamanic Trance Dance, Qoya, Chakradance, Devi Dance). Gradually I transformed into a stronger, more self-assured, more self-loving
version of myself, who is able make choices, stand up for what she believes in and lives in alignment with her soul. I am infinitely grateful for her presence in my life.
Female. 37
Dr. Bahar has been a catalyst of self-realization. In the Men’s Balancing Group she enabled me and a group of like-minded individuals to see beyond the societal blindfolds, and breakthrough habitual mind numbing tendencies, to see the bigger picture in order to set and work towards a meaningful life purpose.
Male, 36
I have been a patient of Dr. Bahar Celen for over 5 years, getting psychiatric treatment and psychotherapy support. Being a patient so long may seem like I am not getting any better, however this is far from reality. Looking back at how I was when I first visited her, I can easily say that I am completely a different person now. Back then I was suffering from Major Depression and Panic Disorder for over 10 years and had seen at least 5 psychiatrists back in my country… With Dr. Bahar, in a very short time, I overcame Panic Disorder symptoms and established normal mood, energy and functioning levels. In psychotherapy we have been working on changing my overall mindset and focusing on how to make me a happier, more peaceful and interpersonally better adjusted person. We can say this is way wider topic comparing to a routine fight against common mental illnesses such as Depression. I had the privilege of having very valuable discussions with her and receiving knowledge and wisdom from her… She has not been only using traditional psychiatric methods, but she has a deep understanding on mysticism, alternative healing methodologies and more…. Thanks to her presence and support that changed my perspective significantly, I am not sick anymore, just trying to find the ways to be a better person
Male, 40
Male, 40
I think, in a nutshell my testimonial can be summarized as “I / we – as a couple – believe it is true to say, that Dr. Celen’s skills in Couple’s Therapy saved my / our marriage”.
Male, 55
I have been on my healing journey with Dr. Bahar for few years now. I initially joined her dances and later on visited her in the clinic as a patient for medication treatment and psychotherapy. After a successful treatment, we tapered off medication and I continued to join her Healing circles and dances. I have experienced different methods of healing starting with the Chakradance, moving to the clinical one on one sessions, continuing with the Women’s Circle while attending the healing dances; Qoya, Devi Dance and Shamanic Dances. I am definitely not the same person ever since I started this journey; I have grown, evolved, learnt and explored new aspects of myself while getting introduced to new realms and experiences by Dr. Bahar. I feel this therapy is holistic and has touched me on all fronts: emotional, mental, physical and spiritual while helping me acquire massive mind widening knowledge along the way. Each one of these experiences is unique, every time I discover new feelings, learn more about myself, get and feel better. The space which Dr. Bahar holds is always safe and loving with no judgement, only support, understanding and genuine care. I would highly recommend experiencing any / all of the healing methods, it is a path to healing and on the way you will meet like-minded people who want to become better beings.
Female, 37
Our sessions are the best part of my week, doctor. It’s the only place I can breath and feel calm and hopeful. Actually, I believe it is not fair to call you just a doctor, you are more than that; with broad knowledge across disciplines, from Sufism to healing dances, you are the lighthouse in the storm.
Male, 41
Dr. Bahar came into my life more than 5 years back when I started visiting her as my therapist. At that point in time, I was going through a rough patch, namely on the professional front. The pressure of my work coupled with my Narcistic personality and OCD traits were the perfect ingredients for self-destruction. Essentially, I was in the midst of Chronic Depression without recognizing it and more importantly dealing with it. My depression was taking over many aspects of my life and disengaging me from my own self, my family and friends. The idea of seeing a psychiatrist was not an easy thing for me as I always viewed myself as someone with iron determination, strong will and the ability to manage demanding and strenuous situations. Little did I know that I that the iron clad façade I portrayed was vulnerable and required professional support, as in medication treatment and counselling. Bahar was able to quickly realize that and managed to get me engaged with the process despite my skeptic character. Her proactive, non-judgmental and relentless approach has allowed me to quickly trust her and realize my shortcomings. She never forced a view and allowed me to walk down the path of finding a way out. Her multi-disciplinary methods are also differentiated as they cover different aspects of life and collectively work towards self-improvement and fulfillment. It took me time to connect the pieces together, but when I did that I started to appreciate life more. Bahar has taught me (without actually instructing me) how to look at things and do them differently. I remember her proposing the idea of joining group healing sessions for months until I was convinced with it. She didn’t give up on me as she believed that it will be for my better being. There are few people whom I am thankful for and Bahar is one of them. I have been lucky that she came into my life at the right time and guided me out of the difficult phase I was going through. She is a wise, honest and experienced professional; but more importantly she is a person who cares.
Male, 45
I am a 60 year old male and a resident of the UAE for 30 years. I was diagnosed with Bipolar Affective Disorder 28 years ago. For the last 14 years I have been cared for by Dr. Bahar Celen. During that time I have been employed in various senior capacities within the construction industry. Despite the fact that my work includes serious stressful situations, I have been kept very healthy and enjoyed a full life. I attribute much of my good health and success in life to the care provided to me by Dr. Celen. In addition to supporting me, Dr. Celen has been a great support to my whole family and to a number of friends that I have referred to her.
Male, 60
I come from a small town. We are seven children. My parents were mostly unavailable. I never felt special in my life. I never felt seen; seen for the person I am. I came to Dr. Celen with an Anxious Depression. She put me on medication and offered me therapy sessions. After a very successful treatment phase, she tapered off the tablets. I remained stable and well and was very grateful for the good treatment. But her biggest gift to me was that she made me feel seen. She saw me, witnessed me and believed in me. I then saw myself and believed in myself. I discovered my uniqueness and I embraced it with joy. Something very deep inside shifted. The way I dressed, the way I talked, the way I did my job changed. I became much more self-confident. There is something very special about Dr. Celen. And it is something that goes beyond her professional competency.
Female, 33
I walked into her office full of self-doubt, judgment, fear, mistrust and misery. When she finished her “exploration” and explained me the diagnosis I barked at her in tears, saying “in my family we consider depression to be a condition of the weak”. She looked at me with the gentlest eyes and said “How about some self-compassion?”. That was the beginning of many shifts I encountered in my treatment with her. I stayed in her treatment for three and a half years. Life changing challenges happened in those years, my husband lost his job, I became the sole provider of our family of four, my daughter was diagnosed with autism. But I never went back to my initial state. In fact I dealt with it all really well. Dr. Celen stood by my side with medication treatment and supportive talk therapy. On my last visit before we left for USA I told her “You are an outstanding doctor. I have always felt utterly safe in your hands. You touched and changed me. Today a woman will walk out of your office who knows when to ask for help and how to receive it” bursting again into tears, this time of deep gratitude.
Female, 38
Ours was a journey which started from the year 2009 and till date i.e. year 2019, an association of a decade. In simple words, Dr. Celen has a very pleasant personality. She is exceptional in her role as a Psychiatrist. More than that she built a relationship and bonding which grew to leaps and bounds with each meeting of ours. We are Indians and we are truly in awe of her knowledge of Indian spiritual path of Yoga and her awareness in this spiritual path. She has an aura of positivity around her which always made us feel calm and hopeful. She has beautifully imbibed in herself the nuances of blending creativity into her profession. Her adaptation of healing process through dance forms is amazing. We feel blessed to have her in our life and we have been benefited by her sessions beyond words can describe.
Female, 43 & Male 45
I met with Dr. Bahar Celen November 2015 when I was working and living in Dubai. I worked with her 1,5 years, receiving medication treatment and psychotherapy. She helped me re-erect a foundation for myself, which was damaged, demolished. She helped me understand, know, approve and love myself. She taught me to be patient and to believe in myself in the process of building myself. She taught me how to trust, how to take my own responsibility and take action. She showed me how unique and special I am, and that I am lovable the way I am. I learned from her to be compassionate and firm (disciplined) at the same time, how to give and receive; meanwhile to be grateful always for each moment. She explained it all in a distinctive, simple and clear way. Genuinely I can say that I had wonderful guidance for my journey, which I’ll be grateful for always. With her support, trust, I stretched myself to meet the one who I was meant to be. I still have way to go like any others. But I now have a good foundation for the coming chapters of my life.
Female, 38
Dr. Bahar Celen has been more than a doctor and therapist to me. She has been a mother figure, a healer, a mentor, a guide, a role model, the light during my darkest moments. She is the person who has had the most impact on me in my adult life. She helped me metamorphose and blossom into the person I am today. Her empathy and compassion, her presence, her all- encompassing approach and also her utter dedication and love for her patients and clients are infinite. I have been to different therapists at different stages of my life. With Dr. Celen, the challenge was real and the work was hard. Every encounter was a teaching moment. She helped me become a better parent, a better human being. She taught me how to be authentic and genuine, something I still struggle with, but I try my best and remember her words. I feel so grateful that I have had her in my life for more than a decade. She is a very powerful transformation catalyst and a beautiful human being.
Female, 43
Being a patient of Dr. Bahar Celen was a changing point in my life. Her scientific approach and the way she created a timeline for me going through my childhood and adulthood was very interesting and insightful to pinpoint the causes and symptoms. My life has significantly improved under her care and the symptoms I had changed to be positively impacting my life. She is one of the few doctors who puts the patient’s well-being as her priority in this corporate world and doesn’t only depend on medications to help in improving their wellbeing but also recommends alternative and complementary healing methods and lifestyle remedies. I was lucky to be Dr. Bahar’s patient and I wish her all the strength to support others in overcoming the challenges they have.
Male, 35
I have been working with Dr. Bahar Celen for a few months now and have experienced three different types of sessions. Clinical sessions, a regular support group style meeting and a shamanic trance dance. Despite being a relatively new patient in the clinic I am already experiencing quite a transformation to the way I think about and am able to address the issues that I have been facing in day to day life. Compared to other psychiatrists that I have been seeing in the past, Dr. Celen takes a much keener, much more personal interest in the patient. This paves the way for different types of treatment and other tools that are specific and relevant to those requirements that emerge from the consultation. In the group meeting, Dr. Bahar facilitates weekly sessions which allow members to come together and share their thoughts and experiences in a non-judgemental setting. Dr. Bahar is a wonderful guide and teacher. We have each built connections with her and with each other. The observations and lessons that have emerged and been explored during my time as a member of the group have been very restorative and healing for me. The Shamanic Trance Dance, that I am joining more and more regularly, is a great example of the wide range of healing techniques and methods that Dr. Bahar has access to for helping those who work with her to find more balance in their lives. Before my introduction to Dr. Celen, my visits to my psychiatrist were limited and routine. Now I look forward to making real progress in each session. I would wholeheartedly recommend her services to those who are open minded to having their ways of thinking challenged in constructive ways.
Male, 34
I know Dr. Celen for quite a long time, almost for 8 years. During all this time, she helped me a lot in figuring out my expectations and on how to manage my work / life balance in a healthy way by psychotherapy. She has a very understanding, emphatic and soothing character. I am really grateful for her immense positive contribution in my life.
Male, 46
I’ve been under the treatment of Dr. Celen for more than 3 years. She’s not only a great Psychiatrist, but also she is an amazing Psychotherapist. She discusses every aspect of your life style, family dynamic, work load and responsibilities to have a thorough insight about the problem before she prescribes any medication. She also medicates you very cautiously and monitors the effect and the reactions of the meds on you very thoroughly. I highly recommend her to everyone who is looking for a reliable mental health source.
Female, 58
I’ve been under the treatment of Dr. Celen for more than 3 years. She’s not only a great Psychiatrist, but also she is an amazing Psychotherapist. She discusses every aspect of your life style, family dynamic, work load and responsibilities to have a thorough insight about the problem before she prescribes any medication. She also medicates you very cautiously and monitors the effect and the reactions of the meds on you very thoroughly. I highly recommend her to everyone who is looking for a reliable mental health source.
Female, 58
I have been a patient of Dr. Bahar for years now. She has helped me a lot through difficult times with successful medication therapy and eye opening psychotherapy. I find her to be a wonderful human being, knowledgeable, genuinely interested in helping people, easy to talk to and a good listener. No matter how hopeless you feel, she will never give up on you. Apart from her medical practice, she also runs healing dance classes. I attended a few and found them very inspirational.
Female, 50
I met Dr. Celen in 2005 when I was questioning some patterns in my life. Ever since then, I have been sharing my challenges with Dr. Celen, may they be work or relationship related or of general nature. Like no one else, she listens with compassion and that makes already a huge difference. In easy short explanations supported with drawings and informative tables, she reveals and gives insight in the “why” of situations and how the human brain works. With very practical ideas how to approach difficult situations in your life she empowers you with immediate tools. But the best is that you suddenly understand yourself and others as a part of the whole creation and stop seeing yourself detached from everyone else. The goals you set with her are always reachable and empowering. She always lifts my spirits by giving so much hope for my own life and the whole world. With her open heart and generous compassionate soul she guides me always back to myself. Dr. Bahar can relate to any kind of problems from the smallest work issues to traps of constantly returning patterns in your life. One has the feeling that she is committed to even the smallest thing she does with great compassion. This awareness and commitment is highly infectious. Sometimes she will refer to books, music, other cultures and history; but always she will take you out of your singleness, to connect you not only more with yourself but also with the idea of creation. You will leave with more insight into why things are like they are and you will fuel up on lots of hope. You will (re)gain love for yourself and others and get fantastic little tricks on how to turn damaging dynamics into positive experiences just by “staying with yourself”. Dr. Bahar is not only a doctor and therapist, who diagnoses conditions and prescribes drugs where necessary; she looks at her patients with the greatest compassion and care and starts healing on deeper emotional levels. She offers small private group sessions during the week and on weekends to connect like-minded people. There are different groups, some more meditative, some more active with movements, rhythm and dance, some more informative. Both, single sessions as well as groups, accelerate the process of your insights and development and empower you to live a more beautiful life.
Female, 49
Dr. Celen understands that every patient is different and she gives the time and effort needed to thoroughly evaluate symptoms and suggest the best remedy. She has great knowledge and experience of human psychology and gives genuine, honest advice about treating mental health conditions but also about life in general. I feel that my experience thus far with her as a doctor has been very transformative and beneficial..
Male, 25
Having Dr. Celen as my doctor is one of the things I am most grateful about in my life. I was in a very dark place when I started as her patient and she slowly but surely, helped me get back on my feet. She routinely monitored my physical and mental well-being, adapting her recommendations as necessary. She is very talented at focusing on the next steps, and I always felt like they were achievable. Dr. Celen is such a special doctor as she treated me as a holistic person, not just a bunch of symptoms. She understands that mental and physical health challenges have a far reaching impact on your relationships with others such as family and work. I felt like Dr. Celen’s focus was to help me flourish as a person, not just to dole out medication to metaphorically bandage me up and send me on my way. Part of Dr. Celen’s holistic caring is the Dance of Wholeness classes she would facilitate. Whilst initially I was (very) scared to attend, I went out of my comfort zone and I found the most beautiful connection with both myself and the other dancers. Dr. Celen’s Dance of Wholeness classes are indescribable, but for me the closest that I could explain is a spiritual and emotional journey that taught me about myself and the interconnectedness of all living things. I feel extremely grateful for the opportunity to attend her classes and I have desperately missed them since leaving Dubai. I will forever be grateful for the impact of Dr. Celen on my life, as a doctor and as a role model.
Female, 35
was really lucky to have found Dr. Bahar Celen. She always listened to my concerns and is such a wonderful person; I highly recommend her to anyone looking for an empathetic psychiatrist and therapist. She is truly concerned about improving her patients’ well-being. At the same time she is very professional and knowledgeable. I felt like I was in extremely capable hands and I actually looked forward to each appointment. She has helped me overcome so much, and I feel like my life and mental peace are both in such a better place since I started seeing her.
Male, 40
15 years ago I was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder. I was fortunate to find a doctor who helped me deal with my condition through medication and talk therapy. Dr. Bahar Celen is a wonderful doctor who listens and suggests productive ways to deal with your condition and maintain a healthy lifestyle. One of the approaches I like most about Dr. Celen is that she prescribes the minimal medications. She doesn’t rely on drugs alone and overload her patients with medications. She is also very knowledgeable in her field and has a sharp sense allowing her to pick up and recognize her patients’ state of wellness. With God’s blessing, Dr. Celen’s help, regular checkups and necessary medications I have been able to live a normal and healthy life.
Male, 46
I have consulted Dr. Bahar and immediately felt a huge relief and that I am in good hands. With patience, she supported me with medication and therapy, never imposing, always listening with empathy and heart, intelligence and professionalism. Today I am medication free and happy. Thanks to Dr. Bahar I not only was cured but found back to myself. This lady saved me.
Female, 55
Dr. Bahar is a great professional and human being, with a gentle, sensitive soul and a great ability to connect at a deep level. She guides others with compassion, presence and empathy and speaks the truth in a firm, simple and judgment-free way. She creates and holds a safe space for whatever healing needs to happen, and is there every step of the way, supporting, empowering and ultimately empowering others to take charge of their own growth and experience.
Female, 43
I feel very fortunate to have met Dr. Celen. I suffered from major anxiety and depression since I was 21 years old. At times this created severe panic attacks and insomnia. I came to Dr. Celen when I first moved to Dubai and she welcomed me with compassion and showed me empathy. I immediately found her to be very a genuine and caring doctor, which made me feel comfortable. She incorporated counseling and medicine in my case specifically. But what I appreciated most was her focus on providing me guidance on how to resolve my problems naturally, which in my situation included meditation, exercise and a re-examination of whether my stressful career choice was exacerbating my symptoms. Due to Dr. Celen’s therapy and thoughtful recommendations, I am proud to say that I have had no symptoms of depression or anxiety for over two years now. My business has grown and I now have a family, which are things that typically increase stress, however I am handling everything very well and with greater joy and clarity. I will always be grateful to her for the care she showed me and for how much she has helped me improve my life.
Male, 39
Thank you Dr. Bahar for believing in me, holding my hand and taking me to a journey inside. Thank you for your patience and kindness. Thank you for being you. With love and deep respect.
Female, 44
I would describe the journey with Dr. Bahar as “The Journey” of life to rediscover the essence, the purpose and the meaning of our humanitarian existence. It was (and it is still) the priceless spiritual awakening and life-changing experience that answers lots of long-asked big existential questions. Bahar guided me through a Healing path, and enlightening reflection (both intuitive and thoughtful) through sessions and dances that drop me in an inner universe of peace. I don’t think any words could describe what Bahar could offer to others, to the world, and of course to humanity. Bahar has complete devotion in what she offers, and her workshops and dances are a must for every human being seeking peace and healing…
Male, 38
Dr. Bahar is a gift to this world. Her genuine love, compassion, care, her straight forward, utterly honest feedback, her incredibly patient and giving guidance is much more than what a doctor, an expert, a teacher can provide. She is a modern mystic, a healing angel, a beautiful being in service of humanity (“and all sentients beings”, as she would say) to create a better world. Her Healing Dances and the therapy sessions I had with her have changed my entire view of myself, my relationship with my body, my understanding of what “beauty” really is, my self-esteem, my self-confidence and the way I relate to others so profoundly and positively. I found joy of life and gratitude in her sacred dances. The sessions and Healing Circle work I did with her opened my eyes to the workings of my brain, longings of my heart and deepest desires of my soul. I changed, my belief system changed, my approach to life, my relationships, my choices changed. I am so much happier, more grounded and more fulfilled now. She has been the catalyst for all this. I am honored to have her as my beloved teacher and mentor.
Female, 32
Something happens when one approaches midlife, where the tricks that one used to bandage up old wounds no longer seem to work. These old wounds resurface, scars that had been buried deep in one’s psyche reveal themselves. Undealt with, they can send one into a deep depression, a very lonely place. I was in this place when a dear friend introduced me to Dr. Bahar. I simply cannot recommended Bahar enough in her ability to help rekindle the spirit of life in somebody who has lost their way. Bahar is a deep and compassionate listener; an incredible well of wisdom. She has accompanied me on a journey of self re-discovery that has altered my life forever. Bahar’s Women’s Balancing Group provides an oasis for women to meet each other in a spiritually healing process. Each week we come together as a community to form a circle where we bare our souls, sing our songs, share our joys and our disappointments, and learn to heal old wounds. Through story-telling, music and dance, Bahar encourages us to re-visit these old wounds, teaches us how to reclaim forgotten aspects of ourselves; how to soften old scars and accept those parts of ourselves that we have hidden from view. We observe them and learn from them. Through the wise and caring guidance of Bahar we are able to become whole again. Bahar and her sessions have been truly life changing for me and I can-not recommend them more highly.
Female, 41
I was a student of Dr. Bahar’s in two Online Courses: the Womb Wisdom and the Women Who Run With the Wolves. In both courses, the experience was truly transformative. Dr. Bahar offered a safe space that is both enriching as well as deeply engaging. It did feel magical at times; I reached an openness in my heart and my brain and my womb that I had not experienced before. It did feel uncomfortable at times, growth is not always easy. I appreciate crossing path with Dr. Bahar, and I hope to have that in the future again.
Female, 35
It is no easy task to write a testimonial of the service or experience of knowing Dr Bahar Celen. This is not because there is nothing to say but rather too much! Imagine being asked to describe the effect of the sun… where would you begin? I have been seeing Dr. Bahar on a regular basis for the past 6 years. I first contacted her via the clinic for marriage crisis counselling. Her contact was given via a trusted friend who had also availed of the same service. Over the course of the next year both myself and my spouse attended individual and couple therapy with Bahar. I am still deeply in awe at the way Bahar was able to hold space for myself and my spouse with such a deep sense of caring and respect, dignity and understanding, at what for us was a time of extreme turmoil and confusion. More than this, Bahar was able to offer and guide a fresh perspective and clarity not only on the troublesome problems of a married couple in a difficult period, but perhaps more significantly on the purpose and meaning of life itself, and yes, I know how that sounds, and no that is not an exaggeration. It is important to understand that this is a person with an immense body of knowledge and experience behind her. Her knowledge is more than clinically technical, although it is this also, I would describe her approach and knowledge as fundamentally holistic, mind, body and spirit, a practice that seeks the holistic wellness of a whole human being in its entirety. I have seen various therapists and psychologists over the past thirty years, from well-meaning friends to charge by the minute entertainers, never have I met a human with such a depth of compassion and profound sense of empathy as Dr. Bahar Celen. Bahar has the gentle but firm way of all wise teachers, encouraging new insights and making the difficult path of growth and change so much easier to achieve with her help and guidance and care. In line with Bahar’s holistic approach to practice and life balance to total wellness and wellbeing there is another side to her practice that I have now been participating in for the past five years. Dance… There are many paths to peace, to deep calmness that comes with being in touch with one’s inner being and by extension a greater connection to all beings. I was more surprised than anyone to discover via the dance rituals of Bahar that dance is one of them. There is no easy way to describe how this works or what the benefits bring, somethings in life can be taught like math and science, somethings in life just need to be experienced by doing, like riding a bike. Humans have evolved with dance rituals that served a deeper function than entertainment, what is that?…. exactly now that is indeed the question… Finally, and to wrap up this testimonial a brief word about Bahar’s Balancing Group sessions. Dr. Bahar offers these for both men’s and women’s sessions. I have been a regular participant in the men’s sessions since their beginning. Once again it is difficult to put into words the experience of things that are not binary. When we start to use terms available such as peace, depth, enlightenment, growth, change etc. we are in a realm that is poorly communicated via the constraints of language. Through these sessions of Bahar I have perceived my sensitivity and compassion for life deepen and mature, my capacity for love and care increase, my connection to my own centered sense of self and wellbeing anchor and strengthen. There are few forums left in this world where the core principals of beingness are discussed, shared and learned, fewer still teachers who have the wisdom and care and deep connection to life in all its beautiful complexity and who can hold the space as mentor guide and teacher with absence of ego or personal gain simply for the joy and care or service to humanity. Sounds like hyperbole it is not… I am a poet amongst other things, I am also a scientific pragmatist. This then is my testimonial, my truth… Bahar Celen is a light, a sage, a friend, a teacher, a scientist, a doctor, and the most deeply giving human I have ever met in my life. There are not words enough to describe the effect of the sun…
Male, 46
On my journey of self-development and self-healing, I have come across the many teachings of Dr Bahar; with whom I practice, from whom I learn many modalities and whose healing circles I participate. Truly, one of the most transformative modalities for me has been the Dance. Dance as a beautiful vehicle and container of healing. I found it to be one of the most gentle and straightforward approaches to healing. Best way is to dance; to allow my body to open as I drop deeper into it. It is an experience like no other. Truly grateful to Dr. Bahar and her gentle and authentic teachings. We started talk therapy after a few dances as I have needed to integrate, consciously reflect and put into perspective some stuff that have been coming up in the dance for me. Dr. Bahar’s approach to therapy is an art in its own right, it is an all-encompassing holistic approach, an essential part of my healing journey. It has helped me by serving as an important integrative tool, an aid, to help put things in perspective after long years of disembodiment and disassociation. I also joined the Women who run with wolves transformative group work. The more we delve into this book, the more I am led to believe that it is a book to be read only in such circles, in such groups like the one taught and held by Dr. Bahar. It is a truly transformational and foundational book, to be shared with other women, as our stories are woven into each other. The healing effect of this book course is beyond words but it is certainly felt during class as to have magic that gives goosebumps. Highly recommended to all women, who want to delve deeper in the wild woman psyche, to get to know it, nurture it, guard it and deeply and strongly embody it. In the Foundational Books course I joined the process of working with the Belonging book. This is a beautiful book, poetic and very deeply healing. I highly recommend reading and joining this circle, it not only creates a connection to self and to others but also a beautiful affinity and longing for community. Finally on the Healing Art classes that I have joined: Only after joining healing art classes, did I notice a drastic change in my sensuality and creativity as a woman, the need to create has flourished and has allowed energy to flow in that stream. These classes helped me heal my fear of imperfection, worthlessness and inadequacy, which I had since childhood: the fear of making mistakes and fear of creating something that isn’t nice or good enough. I have dropped all conditioning and limiting beliefs by just allowing joy to take over. Dr. Bahar holds and contains the healing circle with grace and a high capacity for growth. It is fun and highly rewarding. I have seen its effects not only on my art and creations but also on my outlook in life and the way I carry myself. Highly recommended.
Female, 29
I have attended several of Dr. Bahar’s Dance of Wholeness sessions. I have enjoyed each one. My particular favorite is the Shamanic Trance Dance as I find entering into non ordinary states through the breathwork and dance most healing. I also love the Qoya Dance sessions as it is great for guidance, bonding, healing and nurturing the feminine Self. If you love movement meditation and expression you will love the offerings of Dance of Wholeness.
Female, 60
I have had the pleasure of attending Dr. Bahar’s Shamanic Trance Dances on a weekly basis. Instructions are simple and intuitive, intentions are set, Dr. Bahar creates a safe space for authentic embodiment through dance and the healing experienced during the dances cannot be put into words. With any new practice, the effects take some time (or, practice) in order to come to full fruition. When I started my Shamanic Trance Dance journey, the first healings I experienced were somatic release, body freedom; and developing a more caring and intuitive relationship to my body. After the dances are over, I always felt a release of some sort. At the end of the dance we shared in the circle our experiences on this sacred journey that we danced through together. Few weeks later, I began to experience visual and mental memories, visions, flashbacks… I started to feel that the somatic release is purging me of all my stored knots, pains, traumas… which come to me in visions, and my body releases and reacts, intuitively — this release and intuition is a kind of healing that is learned through embodied practice (dance), that cannot be put into words. This is a practice that has changed my life completely, I am forever grateful for this practice. I also attended Dr. Bahar’s “WWWW” course. “Women Who Run With the Wolves” sat on my bookshelf for years, I tried reading through it a few times, but it was very dense and challenging, so I always put it back on the shelf. Then I joined Dr. Bahar’s class, because I thought a “book class” would keep me on track for my reading, and I would finally finish this book. Her course was much more than just a “book class”: She led us through the readings and provided detailed examples of the mythos and stories within the book and their different interpretations and applications into our lives. And then, we collectively, as women, reflected on the provided text and shared our experiences, challenges, and insights as they relate to learnings from the book. “Women Who Run With the Wolves” is a living, breathing book that has a life of its own — it’s always a good idea to share the journey of reading this book with a group of other like-minded women, who are also on the same journey, and especially under the guidance of Dr. Bahar, who has studied this book many many times, and has so much valuable insight and explanation to offer. I would highly recommend this course, it has changed my life! I am forever grateful to Dr. Bahar.
Female, 28
When I am in nature, often with no wifi, I think about Dr. Bahar, sending her love and good wishes from wherever I am. She taught us how to connect with ourselves and with the nature. Dr. Bahar’s classes (7 Jewels, Anatomy of Human Energy Body) and dances (Chakradance, Shamanic Trance Dance) guide us to find the spiritual in ourselves and elevate our relations with others beyond the banal material level of everyday. They helps us see the magic in colors, shapes, movement, nature and people.
Female, 52
Dr. Bahar creates a beautiful space for connecting with yourself and others. The shamanic dances are visceral, liberating and transcendental. I am deeply grateful for those classes and have taken those insights and revelations with me into my life. Thank you.
Female, 38
Dr. Bahar has been my therapist, my guide, my mentor, my role model. I did therapy with her going through rough patches in my life experiencing challenges in my marriage, at work and in my role as mother. She guided me with wisdom and compassion and taught me that I can rise above these by tapping into the timeless wisdom within, accessible to us all, once we learn to get ourselves out of the bondage of the ego. I became a dancer in her incredible Healing Dances (Qoya, Shamanic Qoya, Chakradance, Shamanic Trance Dance), enjoying them all, and connecting deeply with my body for the first time in my life and I discovered yet another wisdom accessible within: the organic wisdom of the body. My physical health improved, I felt more energy, more joy of life and more gratitude for being alive. I became a participant in her Women’s Balancing Circle and discovered yet another wisdom: the wisdom of the Womb, that of the Inner Feminine and the healing balm of sisterhood. In the course of years I completely transformed, from a troubled woman, who was in conflict with almost everything and felt victimized; to a woman who feels strong, lovable, worthy, joyous and full of life. What a journey! I am extremely grateful for Dr. Bahar’s guidance and presence in my life.
She certainly is the most inspiring person I have ever met in my entire life. Need I say more?
Female, 39
I’ve been attending Dr. Bahar’s Qoya, Shamanic Trance Dance and Chakradance classes for the past two years – it has been such a beautiful and magical journey! Dr. Bahar provides a safe, intimate and compassionate space for those that seek healing. Through dance, I was able to get in touch and explore my inner emotional world and unleash my creativity as well as my sensual side. In addition, I developed greater self-awareness and self-acceptance. There are also a lot of learnings that happen in the sharing circle that Dr. Bahar leads, which I find is a catalyst for integration and self-reflection. I look forward to continuing this empowering journey.
Female, 27
Dr.Bahar is a very powerful transformation catalyst. She is an amazing combination of scientific knowledge, spiritual wisdom, artistic creativity and immense love of life. She is very inspiring. I have experienced her as a doctor, healer, facilitator of Healing Dances and as a teacher. In each one of these functions Dr. Bahar is equally authentic, truthful, competent and profoundly powerful. Her impact comes from the heart.
I started seeing her when I experienced a major trauma in my marriage, which made me lose my trust, self-confidence and joy of life. I improved rapidly with the therapy sessions, which took my focus off the other person and placed it on me: what I needed, desired, dreamt of and was willing to pursue. I started to do things for myself, for my personal and professional growth and fulfillment. Joining her Healing Circles and Healing Dances brought me together with other individuals on the path of self-discovery. Learning together from this amazing teacher and supporting each other along the way gave us reassurance and a sense of solidarity. The space Dr. Bahar holds creates a feeling of belonging and community. I connected with my body like never before and felt more and more alive, grateful, energetic and grounded. The Shamanic Energy Medicine sessions she offered me were incredibly healing. I integrated the stuff that came up there in the dances, classes and circles. This opened up an entirely new frontier for me. I dropped my inhibitions and self-doubt. I started creating, went for trainings and embarked on a new career. My marriage stabilized as I became strong and centered. Everything fell into place the more I connected with my authentic self. My life transformed.
In a nutshell I came in for a doctor, I found a sage. Dr. Bahar is an enormous source of timeless wisdom, genuine care and humane compassion and an opening portal into the mystical and sacred dimension of life. I am forever grateful to her.
Female 37
Dr. Celen gave me the clarity I needed to understand, accept and love myself. Her approach and her insights are true eye-openers allowing you to reflect, heal and grow. Her method of combining numerous forms of healing (talk therapy, dance, books, etc.) is one of a kind and makes you see the world and yourself in new light. I am very thankful to have embarked on this journey with her.
Female, 30
With Dr. Bahar it is a total Paradigm Shift… A change of view and perspective of the world. Through Wisdom, Love and Spirituality you discover… Yourself. After each session, you open your eyes on a new revealing scenery. It is a journey… and be ready along to grab your Gifts and Surprises. Again, no words can exactly describe feelings or the transformation you experience.
Male, 41
In a world where people who have less than 10 % of her credentials call themselves Public Figures and claim to sell what cures and heals all, often harming others; Dr. Bahar is refreshingly real, solidly grounded in truth, massively knowledgeable, spiritually centered and embodying everything that she teaches. She walks the walk; she is the real deal. The modest way that she lives her life, her organic relationship with nature, art, creativity and all beings around her, the way that she teaches and holds space; they all demonstrate what it means to be a true mystic, a great teacher, a compassionate role model and a wise and loving guide. I have learned so much from her classes and dances and I am completely transformed. I am honored to be her student.
Female, 34
I joined Dr. Bahar’s Healing Dances (Qoya & Shamanic Trance Dance) and her Healing Art classes. The classes I went to really helped me find my inner balance and gave me peace of mind. Dr. Bahar is a lovely person and her whole aura just calms the soul. I feel instantly better after every class and I look forward to the next class every time. I feel as though my soul is healed.
Female, 27
I have been following Bahar’s Online Courses: “Foundational Books” course and “Women who run with the wolves” course for the last two years and it has been amazing. Her psychological expertise, spiritual guidance and kindness made these interactive classes truly inspiring and healing. As a Psychologist and Therapist myself, I explored valuable tools which nurtured my personal and professional growth. I would recommend the courses to anybody interested in self-discovery and transformation.
Female, 52
My sessions with Dr. Celen have been at a pivotal time in my life. At a time when I’ve felt there is no way to relieve the pain, she has shown me how to break it down. Combining the science and emotional drivers, she first of all helped me to understand my position, before being able to figure out how to move forward. In a society where we are bombarded with opinions and expectations on how one should be, her ability to break down the moulds and teach us to understand ourselves as individuals away from the rules we apply to each other is very healing.
Female, 32
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