about ayurveda

  • The Science of life

    Thousands of years before modern medicine provided scientific evidence for the mind-body connection, the sages of India developed Ayurveda, which continues to be one of the world’s most sophisticated and powerful mind-body health systems. More than a mere system of treating illness, Ayurveda is a science of life (Ayur = life, Veda = science or knowledge). It offers a body of wisdom designed to help people stay vibrant and healthy while realizing their full human potential. Ayurveda is the form of holistic healing from India.  According to Ayurveda, each person is born with a particular constitutional type (Prakruti) and over time develops imbalance (Vikruti).  Ayurveda helps the patient to understand the nature of the Vikruti and prescribes foods, herbs, and lifestyle practices to restore the natural Prakruti.  Prakruti and Vikruti are described in terms of 3 biological energies (doshas): Vata, Pitta, and Kapha.  The 3 doshas exist as qualities in nature, and the practices of Ayurveda teach the patient to live in harmony with the cycles of nature to experience increased health, peace of mind, and happiness. 

    MENU OF SERVICES

    Ayurvedic Consultations- This is a 2 hour intake to determine your Vikruti (Constitution) and Prakruti (Nature of the Imbalance) to best design a healing plan for you.

    Ayurvedic Follow Ups- Hour long appointments to track your health progression.

    Marma Chikitsa (Ayurvedic Pressure Point Therapy)- a subtle energy hands on approach often involving herbal topicals.

    Herbal Consultations- Half hour appointment to determine herbal preparations specifically for you. Personalized formulas or compound formulas may be prescribed. Existing potential medication interactions are factored in.