Bhavin Patel is the Director of Operations and the visionary founder behind Holistic Recovery, a mental health support organisation that has become a cornerstone of the community. With a strong business background rooted in his family’s entrepreneurial ventures, Bhavin’s journey into the business world began at 10, when he spent every school holidays helping out in his family business. These early experiences instilled in him a deep understanding of the fundamentals of sustainable business and the importance of giving back to the community.
Bhavin holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce and a Certificate IV in Mental Health, which marked the start of his professional career. Over the past 12 years, he has gained extensive experience in the mental health sector, working in various roles, including Mental Health Support Worker, Support Coordinator, Team Leader, and Management positions. His expertise is dealing with complex mental health issues in a person centred manner, and creating and maintaining sustainable businesses. Bhavin is particularly passionate about supported employment, believing it gives individuals a real purpose on their recovery journey.

Bhavin’s passion for creating profit-for-purpose businesses is evident in how he leads Holistic Recovery. What began as a small operation from his sunroom has grown significantly, earning a solid reputation in the community. Bhavin attributes this success to the dedicated team around him, whom he affectionately refers to as his “anchors.” Together, they have built a company culture that prioritises the well-being of the people they support, always striving to add value to their lives and improve their quality of life.

Outside of his professional life, Bhavin is a man of varied interests, driven by an active and curious mind. His hobbies range from playing the djembe and bike riding to target shooting and road cycling. One hobby that Bhavin has managed to keep up with is his delicious cooking. Bhavin loves cooking, and he believes that it’s a great tool to unwind him. He embraces the diverse nature of his interests, always seeking new experiences to keep himself engaged.

Bhavin has lived in Tamworth with his family for the past 16 years. He enjoys the close-knit, laid-back country lifestyle. He is deeply connected to the community and values the personalised interactions that come with country life.
A believer in continuous self-improvement, Vipassana meditation left a huge impact on Bhavin when he had the opportunity to participate in it. This rigorous form of meditation involves ten days of isolation, complete silence, and intense self-reflection. He considers this practice one of the most transformative experiences of his life and looks forward to continuing this journey of self-discovery.

Bhavin’s favourite quote, “Arise! Awake! and stop not until the goal is reached,” by Swami Vivekananda, reflects his relentless drive and commitment to his personal and professional life. His leadership at Holistic Recovery is a testament to his dedication to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.