Why House of Happiness?
Conventional approaches to wellness—especially biomedicine alone—have struggled to address the deep psycho-emotional wounds prevalent today. The House of Happiness offers an alternative: an integrative and artistic modality that heals not just the mind, but the spirit. Here, therapy transcends the clinical, becoming a lived experience of art, service, and communion with life.
Our Modality
At the heart of our work lies Chetna Synthesis, a transformative, integrative practice co-created by Glenville Ashby and Nisha Luthra.
This Method Blends
Chetna Synthesis
Chetna Synthesis is concise, adaptable, and designed for everyone. After a brief intake and assessment, a personalized program is created, which may take the form of individual practice or group workshops. Programs range from one-day intensives to one-month hybrid studies, tailored to each participant’s needs.
Who Get Benefits
The infirm and emotionally burdened are in need of hope and renewal. Anyone desiring to rediscover the wonderments of life.
How It Works
Every journey begins with a comprehensive intake session – a one-hour reflective consultation to identify personal needs, goals, and aspirations. This candid dialogue sets the foundation for success. Following this, a bespoke plan is presented, comprising tailored workshops and/or one-to-one reconstructive sessions.
About the Directors
Glenville Ashby, PhD
A psychotherapist, author, and international scholar, Dr. Ashby has dedicated his life to exploring spirituality, philosophy, and human wellness. He is the recipient of the Literary Titan Award for Anam Cara: Your Soul Friend and Bridge to Enlightenment and Creativity, and his acclaimed works such as Finding Mother: Practical Spirituality East and West have been celebrated as extraordinary guides to spiritual living.
With academic training across the University of the West Indies, Euclid University, the London School of Journalism, and institutes in France and the U.S., Dr. Ashby integrates global wisdom into his practice. His spiritual journey has been enriched by teachers across Asia, Africa, South America, the Caribbean, and Europe, culminating in rare empowerments from revered Tibetan masters.
Nisha Luthra
Founder and Director of The Narrators Performing Arts Society, Nisha Luthra is a dynamic artist, theatre and film director, poet, and mental health practitioner. Her artistry fuses sound, music, movement, and theatre into powerful tools for self-discovery and healing. Her poetry collection Uns has resonated widely, translated into six regional languages. As a mentor and practitioner, she brings psychodrama and theatre into transformative spaces, enabling individuals to explore and release emotional blocks while embracing their authentic selves. Nisha’s work bridges art and wellness, making her a guiding force in empowering individuals to lead lives of depth, creativity, and resilience.
At the House of Happiness, we believe that every individual carries within them the potential for joy, creativity, and fulfillment. Through Chetna Synthesis, we provide the tools to awaken this potential—offering not just healing, but a return to the wonder of living
Our Workshop
Dr. Glenville Ashby, PhD, is a psychotherapist, interfaith scholar, and award-winning author whose work bridges spirituality, psychology, and cultural identity. A graduate of institutions including the London School of Journalism, the International School for Applied Psychoanalysis in France, and the Institute for Advanced Psychological Studies in California, he also holds a doctorate in Interreligious Dialogue and Diplomacy.
Practice Highlights
Dr. Glenville Ashby’s writing is a remarkable fusion of scholarship and accessibility. His ability to weave psychology, spirituality, and cultural identity into meaningful narratives makes his work invaluable to both academics and practitioners. Finding Mother and Anam Cara are not only well-researched but also deeply inspiring, offering practical guidance for personal transformation.
Reading Dr. Ashby’s books has been a life-changing journey. His words resonate on a soul-deep level, providing clarity and healing where it is most needed. In Search of Truth challenged me to look inward, while Conflict of Identity helped me understand the roots of intergenerational pain. His insights stay with me long after I’ve finished the last page.
Dr. Ashby is a gifted healer whose knowledge extends far beyond traditional psychotherapy. His integration of Qigong, spirituality, and psychology reflects a truly holistic approach to well-being. Whether through his workshops or his writings, he empowers others to embrace inner peace and creativity.
