Wellness Nomad | Alternative Medicine Specialist
Bio & Expertise
Introducing Dr. Sohal, Practitioner of Holistic Medicine
Sixteen years across clinical practice and luxury hospitality
I am Sohal Shah — warmly referred to as Soho — a Naturopath, Acupuncturist, Hypnotherapist, Yoga Therapy Practitioner, Dry Needling Practitioner and Wellness Consultant based between Australia and Vietnam. I was first drawn to this work by my grandfather, a traditional Ayurvedic physician from South India, and my practice has since grown across several disciplines. I am currently also working as Spa and Wellness Consultant to ANYN, an ultra-luxury cruise vessel in Vietnam, through its pre-opening.
I am first and foremost a practitioner. Having lived and worked in five countries and travelled to 26 others, most of that time has been spent treating guests directly — as a Visiting Practitioner with resorts and institutions including Joali, Cheval Blanc, Six Senses Resorts, Waldorf Astoria, Gili Lankanfushi, Anantara Kihavah, Soneva Fushi and Viking Ocean Cruises.
I moved into management to understand the other half of the work. Running a spa taught me what a treatment room looks like on a P&L, how teams are trained and rostered, and why good clinical work falls short without commercial structure behind it. That took me into Wellness & Spa Director roles at Six Senses Resorts Vietnam, Fusion Maia Da Nang, Willow Urban Retreat Melbourne, One&Only Wolgan Valley Australia and The Langham Melbourne — and it is what led me to open Soho Wellness.
A long curiosity about traditional medicine has shaped the route I took. After graduating with a Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences (BNYS) from RGUHS University in India, I went on to study Eastern-style acupuncture at the Hanoi Hospital of Traditional Medicine in Vietnam.
I later trained in Cosmetic Acupuncture and Modern Medical Acupuncture in Australia, and have studied clinical hypnotherapy with the Institute of Applied Psychology (IAP) in Australia. I hold memberships with the Australian Natural Therapists Association and the Ayurveda and Unani Medicine Practitioners Board in India.
In my practice I combine modern science with traditional therapies: Naturopathy, Acupuncture, Dry Needling, Harmonised Meridian and Trigger Point therapy, Guided Deep Relaxation Techniques, Meditation, Physiotherapy, Hypnosis and Yoga therapy. Central to how I work is a belief in the body’s inherent ability to heal itself.
To begin, I offer private consultations where we assess your needs and what you want to achieve. From there we map a realistic course towards a healthier, more balanced life.
I offer a wide range of services:
- Traditional Acupuncture
- Yogic Intestinal Cleanse
- Sleep Meditation / Transcendental Meditation / Mindfulness Meditation
- Pain and Tension Relief Therapy
- Cosmetic Acupuncture
- Clinical Hypnotherapy
Trained & Accredited
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
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Understanding the benefits of holistic treatments can help you make informed choices about your well-being. These FAQs offer additional insights into how Dr. Sohal’s therapies support both physical and mental health through natural, integrative methods.
Dr. Sohal integrates ancient wisdom with modern science. His approach blends therapies like Acupuncture, Naturopathy, Dry Needling, and Yoga with classic techniques such as Physiotherapy and Hypnosis. Each session is personalized to help the body heal naturally and holistically.
This integrative approach supports the body’s healing process by addressing the root causes of imbalance. Naturopathy works on restoring internal harmony, while modern techniques like physiotherapy and guided relaxation target immediate symptoms, creating a comprehensive path to wellness.
Yes. Dr. Sohal collaborates globally with luxury resorts and wellness retreats such as Six Senses, Cheval Blanc, Joali, and Waldorf Astoria. He continues to offer visiting practitioner programs and bespoke wellness solutions worldwide.
Dr. Sohal supports clients with a wide range of physical and emotional concerns, including chronic pain, stress, insomnia, digestive issues, fatigue, anxiety, and lifestyle-related imbalances. His multi-disciplinary treatments aim to restore harmony and long-term well-being.