Abhyanga-Svedhana (Two-Handed)

This traditional Ayurvedic treatment involves a full-body oil massage using warm herbalized oils selected according to the individual's constitution and current needs. The body is treated from head to toe, including the ears, with a small amount of oil also applied to the nasal passages when appropriate.

Specific strokes and rhythmic patterns are used to encourage deep relaxation and a more inward state of awareness. The massage is followed by svedhana (steam therapy), which provides gentle warmth and supports the effects of the oil treatment.

Session time: 1.5 hours

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Shirodhara-Snehana (Abhyanga)-Svedhana

This extended treatment combines Shirodhara, Abhyanga, and Svedhana.

Shirodhara involves the gentle, continuous application of warm herbalized oil to the forehead. This is followed by a full-body Abhyanga using oils selected according to your constitution and current needs, and then steam therapy.

The combination is designed to encourage deep relaxation, quiet the senses, and support a more inward state of awareness.

Session time: approximately 2.5 hours

Important: Because Shirodhara is an inward and deeply relaxing treatment, it is recommended that you keep the remainder of your day as quiet as possible. Avoid unnecessary digital stimulation and social activity, eat a light meal afterward at an appropriate time, and allow yourself time to rest. Normal activities may generally be resumed the following day.

Bring a hat or head covering for protection from the elements after treatment.

This treatment may be available as a package, either as a complete treatment or with Abhyanga and Shirodhara scheduled separately. When appropriate, Shirodhara oil may be reserved for additional treatments within a short treatment period. Please inquire for details.

Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy Sessions

Ayurvedic Yoga Therapy is a specific therapeutic application of the Yogic system guided by Ayurvedic principles. Sessions are individualized according to the person's constitution, current condition, and therapeutic needs.

A unique practice may incorporate appropriate yoga postures, breathing practices, meditation, and other yogic methods to support the individual's health and maintain their own sense of well-being.

Session time: 1 hour    

Marshan Nasya

Marshan Nasya is a therapeutic treatment that may be incorporated into certain Ayurvedic treatment protocols.

The treatment includes Shiro Abhyanga (oil massage of the head, neck, and area above the clavicles), localized steam, followed by the administration of nasal oil. Depending on the protocol, Dhuma (herbal smoke inhalation) and Gandusha (therapeutic gargling) may also be included.

Within Ayurvedic practice, this treatment is traditionally used in conditions involving the head, neck, shoulders, sinuses, and upper respiratory system. It may also be incorporated into protocols addressing headaches, stiff neck, shoulder discomfort, and certain sinus or respiratory concerns.

Its application is determined on a case-by-case basis.

Session time: 1.5–2 hours

Note: This treatment generally requires an Ayurvedic consultation beforehand.

Janu Dhara

Janu Dhara involves the localized application of a continuous stream of warm oil over the knee joint. Similar Dhara treatments may be applied to other areas of the body, with the name indicating the location being treated.

For example, Skandha Dhara refers to application around the shoulder region.

Session time: 1 hour 

Pinda Sveda

Pinda Sveda is a traditional Ayurvedic fomentation therapy using herbal boluses wrapped in cotton cloth. Depending on the treatment protocol, the boluses may contain herbs, oils, milk, or other selected substances.

The warm boluses are applied to the entire body or to specific areas according to the individual's needs.

Within Ayurvedic practice, Pinda Sveda is traditionally used for stiffness, musculoskeletal discomfort, swelling, restricted movement, certain types of pain, and conditions in which therapeutic warmth and fomentation are indicated.

Session time: 1 hour

Churna Pottali

Churna Pottali uses a dry herbal powder preparation contained within a cotton bolus. The bolus is applied to the body or selected areas using dry heat and therapeutic pressure.

Within Ayurvedic practice, dry herbal fomentation may be selected for stiffness, heaviness, localized discomfort, swelling, and other conditions in which a dry, warming approach is appropriate.

The herbs and method of application are selected according to the individual's constitution and therapeutic objectives.

Session time: 1 hour

Patra Pottali

Patra Pottali is a traditional Ayurvedic fomentation treatment using selected fresh herbs contained within a cotton bolus.

The warm bolus is applied to the body or specific areas according to the individual's needs. Within Ayurvedic practice, Patra Pottali may be used for stiffness, musculoskeletal discomfort, swelling, restricted movement, and certain types of pain.

The herbs and preparation are selected according to the nature of the condition being addressed.

Session time: 1 hour

Valuka Pottali

Valuka Pottali uses heated sand contained within a cotton bolus and is applied to the body or specific areas according to the treatment protocol.

Within Ayurvedic practice, dry fomentation with sand may be selected when dry heat is indicated, including for certain types of stiffness, swelling, heaviness, and localized discomfort.

Session time: 1 hour

Pinda Pottali

Pinda Pottali uses a preparation of herbs and milk contained within a cotton bolus.

Within Ayurvedic practice, this type of fomentation is traditionally used when nourishment, warmth, and unctuousness are indicated, including in certain conditions involving stiffness, weakness, discomfort, or depleted tissues.

The preparation and application are determined according to the person's constitution and current condition.

Session time: 1 hour

Shirodhara Therapy

Shirodhara involves the continuous application of warm herbalized oil to the forehead.

Within Ayurvedic practice, Shirodhara is traditionally used to support relaxation and calmness and may be incorporated into protocols addressing insomnia, stress, anxiety, sensory strain, and certain conditions involving the head and nervous system.

The oil and treatment protocol are selected according to the individual's constitution and current needs.

Session time: 1 hour

Important: Plan to keep the remainder of your day quiet following Shirodhara. Minimize unnecessary digital stimulation and social activity, eat a light meal afterward at an appropriate time, and allow yourself time to rest. Normal activities may generally be resumed the following day.

Bring a hat or head covering for protection from the elements after treatment.

Shirodhara may be available as part of a package, allowing the same oil to be used for additional treatments within a short period when appropriate. Please inquire for details.            

Marma Therapy

Marma therapy is a traditional Ayurvedic method of working with specific vital points of the body.

Marma points are areas where structures such as muscles, vessels, ligaments, bones, and joints converge. Within Ayurvedic understanding, these points are significant sites through which physiological and subtle functions are influenced.

Gentle, specific application to these points may be used to support relaxation, circulation, sensory regulation, and overall physiological function.

Session time: 1 hour

Ghati Yantra (Ayurvedic Cupping)

Ghati Yantra is a traditional Ayurvedic method involving the use of cups to create localized suction on the skin. Historically, related forms of Raktamokshana involved various methods of bloodletting; the cupping method used in this practice does not involve incision or intentional bloodletting.

A light application of oil is used before the cups are placed on selected areas. The resulting suction draws the superficial tissues upward and creates localized stimulation.

Within Ayurvedic practice, this treatment may be used when localized tension, discomfort, stagnation, or the need for focused stimulation of the tissues is indicated.

This treatment is more specialized and is offered only when indicated as part of an individualized treatment plan.

Session time: 1 hour

Note: Temporary bruising or discoloration is common following cupping and may remain for several days. The appearance and duration vary from person to person.

Note: Temporary bruising or discoloration is common following cupping and may remain for several days. The appearance and duration vary from person to person.

Pichu

Pichu is a traditional localized Ayurvedic treatment in which cotton or linen pads are saturated with warm medicated oil and applied to a selected area of the body.

Pichu may be used around joints, the back, or other areas where localized warmth and oil application are indicated. Gentle massage may be performed before or alongside the application.

A series of treatments may be recommended depending on the individual's needs.

Session time: approximately 1 hour, including massage of the extremities and head when appropriate.

Shiro Pichu

Shiro Pichu is a localized Ayurvedic treatment in which a cotton or gauze pad saturated with warm medicated oil is applied to the head.

Within Ayurvedic practice, Shiro Pichu may be incorporated into protocols addressing dryness of the scalp, headaches, sensory strain, sleep concerns, stress, and conditions in which therapeutic oil application to the head is indicated.

The treatment may include gentle massage of the head, neck, and shoulders before the Shiro Pichu application. In certain cases, the treated pad may be secured to the head for a period of time.

A series of treatments may be recommended depending on the individual's needs.

Session time: approximately 1 hour

Important: As with Shirodhara, it is recommended that the remainder of your day be kept quiet following treatment. Minimize unnecessary digital stimulation and social activity, eat a light meal afterward at an appropriate time, and allow yourself time to rest.

Mini Abhyanga and Svedhana

This treatment is a shorter version of the full Abhyanga-Svedhana session. It includes a warm oil massage using shorter, gentler strokes followed by steam therapy.

Compared with the full Abhyanga, less oil is used, and the treatment does not include oil application to the ears or nasal passages.

This treatment may be appropriate when a shorter period of massage and therapeutic warmth is indicated.

Session time: 45–50 minutes

Rupa Chikitsa (Color Therapy)

Rupa Chikitsa, or Ayurvedic color therapy, uses selected colors projected through a light field and applied to the body.

Within an Ayurvedic framework, the treatment may be selected according to the individual's constitution and current condition and may be incorporated alongside other approaches to support overall well-being.

Session time: 1 hour              

Ayurvedic Massage and Sauna Therapy (Full Abhyanga)

This treatment combines Ayurvedic oil massage with sauna therapy. Warm herbalized oils are selected according to the individual's constitution and current needs.

Marma therapy may also be incorporated to provide focused work to selected points and areas of the body.

The session concludes with sauna therapy, providing therapeutic warmth following the massage.

Session time: 1.5 hours

Shirobasti

Shirobasti is a traditional Ayurvedic treatment in which a specialized cap is secured around the head and filled with warm oil selected according to the individual's constitution and therapeutic needs.

The oil is maintained within the cap for a prescribed period of time. Shirobasti is traditionally used when therapeutic oil application to the head is indicated, including in protocols addressing dryness, tension, sleep concerns, and other conditions involving the head and nervous system.

Session time: 1 hour

Important: It is recommended that the remainder of your day be kept quiet following Shirobasti. Minimize unnecessary digital stimulation and social activity, eat a light meal afterward at an appropriate time, and allow yourself time to rest.        

Ayurvedic Face Treatments

A natural Ayurvedic facial treatment using fresh fruits, herbs, oils, and other naturally derived ingredients selected according to your skin type and current needs.

The treatment may include cleansing, exfoliation, massage, and moisturizing.

Session time: 75 minutes

Kati Basti

Kati Basti is a localized Ayurvedic treatment involving the retention of warm medicated oil or an herbal preparation over the lower back within a dough dam.

The treatment is maintained for approximately 20–30 minutes.

Within Ayurvedic practice, Kati Basti is traditionally used for conditions involving the lower back and lumbar region, including stiffness, localized discomfort, and certain patterns of Vata-related imbalance. It may be incorporated into broader Ayurvedic protocols addressing sciatica and other musculoskeletal concerns when appropriate.

Session time: 1 hour

Hridaya Basti

Hridaya Basti involves creating a small dam over the region of the heart and retaining warm medicated oil within it for approximately 20–30 minutes.

Within traditional Ayurvedic practice, this treatment is used to provide localized warmth, nourishment, and unctuousness to the region of the heart and chest.

It may be incorporated into broader Ayurvedic protocols when support for the chest, heart region, emotional well-being, or respiratory system is indicated.

Session time: 1 hour

Netra Basti

Netra Basti is an Ayurvedic eye treatment in which plain or medicated ghee is retained around the eyes within a small dough dam for approximately 30 minutes.

Within Ayurvedic practice, Netra Basti is traditionally used to nourish and soothe the eyes and may be selected for eye fatigue, dryness, sensory strain, and other conditions in which localized ocular nourishment is indicated.

Session time: 1 hour, including approximately 30 minutes of treatment and approximately 20 minutes for pre- and post-treatment assessment and recommendations.

Important: Following Netra Basti, electronic devices—including phones, computers, and television—should be avoided until the following day to allow the eyes to rest.

Svedhana Therapy (Sudation Therapy)

Svedhana is a traditional Ayurvedic heat therapy involving therapeutic sweating.

Depending on the treatment protocol, this may involve a wet sauna with plain water or selected herbs and oils.

Within Ayurveda, Svedhana is traditionally used to support the movement and regulation of doshas and may be incorporated following appropriate oleation or massage therapies. It is selected according to the individual's constitution and current condition.

Session time: 1 hour

Karna Purna (Ear Oleation)

Karna Purna is a traditional Ayurvedic treatment involving the application of warm oil to the ears, accompanied by gentle massage.

Because the ears are traditionally associated with Vata, warm oil application is commonly used to provide a grounding and calming treatment.

Within Ayurvedic practice, Karna Purna may be incorporated into protocols addressing Vata-related tension, jaw tension, tinnitus, dryness, head congestion, and other conditions involving the ears and surrounding structures.

Session time: 1 hour

Nasya Karma (Nasal Therapy)

Nasya is an Ayurvedic treatment involving the administration of selected herbal oils or other preparations through the nasal passages.

Within Ayurvedic practice, Nasya is traditionally used to support the head, neck, sensory organs, and upper respiratory passages. It may be incorporated into protocols addressing sinus congestion, dryness, certain headache patterns, neck and shoulder tension, and other conditions involving the region above the clavicles.

The preparation and dosage are selected according to the individual's constitution and therapeutic needs.

Session time: 1 hour

Garshana and Svedhana

Dry Massage with Steam

Garshana is a traditional Ayurvedic dry massage technique performed using the hands or, traditionally, a silk glove.

Within Ayurvedic practice, Garshana is traditionally used to stimulate the skin and tissues, support circulation, and address qualities of heaviness and excess unctuousness.

The treatment is followed by the application of appropriate herbal oil and may be followed by Svedhana (steam therapy).

Session time: 1 hour

Udvartana and Svedhana

Herbal Powder Massage with Steam

Udvartana is a traditional Ayurvedic dry massage using selected herbal powders.

The powder is applied to the body with specific massage techniques and may be followed by the application of herbalized oil and Svedhana.

Within Ayurvedic practice, Udvartana is traditionally used when a drying, stimulating, and reducing approach is indicated, including in certain patterns of heaviness, excess Kapha, and sluggishness.

Session time: 1 hour

Hot Stone Massage (Shila Abhyanga)

Shila Abhyanga combines massage with the therapeutic use of heated stones.

The warmth of the stones provides a soothing treatment while allowing focused work on selected areas of the body.

Session time: 1 hour

Panchakarma

In Ayurveda, Panchakarma is considered a profound purification process, traditionally described by some as a “non-surgical surgery,” designed to support the removal of accumulated doṣic influences and restore the body’s natural capacity for health.

Panchakarma means “five actions” and refers to a highly individualized process involving specific purification therapies selected according to one’s constitution, current state of health, digestive strength, and therapeutic needs. It is not a spa treatment or a quick cleanse, but a structured process that includes preparation, the primary therapeutic actions, and appropriate follow-up care.

Panchakarma begins with an Ayurvedic consultation to determine whether this approach is appropriate and to establish an individualized protocol. Daily therapies, dietary recommendations, and herbal support may be incorporated to properly prepare the body before undergoing the indicated purification therapies.

According to traditional Ayurvedic teachings, properly administered Panchakarma is described as supporting strength, longevity, and overall well-being. Because of the depth and individualized nature of this process, Panchakarma is determined on a case-by-case basis, and not everyone who inquires will be considered an appropriate candidate.

For those traveling for Panchakarma, accommodations are arranged according to individual needs and circumstances. This may include staying locally through options such as a short-term rental or Airbnb. Meals are generally included as part of the therapeutic process when appropriate and are determined according to the individual’s protocol and dietary requirements.

For more information about Panchakarma, including the traditional process, preparation, and requirements, please click HERE for more details.

Important Note for New Patients

All procedural therapies are integrated into individualized care plans, determined after a 2-hour Comprehensive Ayurvedic Assessment.