My Yoga teacher recommended an Ayurvedic-focused Retreat for stress & trauma healing. Instead of a…read more$$$ weekend away, I googled because doesn't NYC have everything? Found this business, conveniently located in Midtown / 34th St. and booked a massage. They had a May 2025 Special $195 (Regular $240) : Abhyanga (Massage) + Sound Healing ​(1.5hr) described specifically for release of stress & trauma. Online booking was very easy, but you do have to create an account & enter a cc for deposit. The "center"/ Spa? is on the 9th floor of a building, across from the Empire State Building) with other medical, holistic services and offices. My practitioner Tia? was calm and welcoming, offered medium temp water. Leave your shoes at the door! Small staff was dressed in black scrub uniforms. Appreciate the trendy black hair bow Tia! The Lobby was decorated with plants, eastern Asian trinkets, a whole wall of Ayurvedic beauty/health and food/herbal products. You'll have to fill out forms, the 2nd one determining your dosha & which kind of oils to use. AND apparently your doshas are different every day?! Expect a generous amount of oil used during treatment, and in your hair for scalp massage. Except for the light lavender facial massage part, the (nicely warmed) oils didn't have a strong fragrance & weren't too sticky or uncomfortable. My treatment room at the back of the lobby was fairly big, clean, and welcoming. Hooks for clothes, two chairs. There was enough room for the massage table and another table on the side wall with a long tube cover (maybe heat treatment?). FYI you're given a disposable paper thong because of the oil-based treatment (Note: wear clothes that you don't mind getting oil on, for the ride home). Prepare for a nice, thoughtful & kind treatment, but you can't be modest with this! The treatment started with some sound therapy - seemed like a high-pitched gong. Tia seemed to know every type of knot, acupressure point, other sensitive spots to release, with just the right amount of medium/hard pressure. There was constant refilling and mixing of the warm oil. I really appreciated her persistence, later using a hot stone to work deeper on one shoulder and scapula. Don't be modest here - because the knots in your butt, hips, & abdomen (lighter strokes) will be worked on - it's all connected. There was also some scalp massage, feet, and facial with lavender-scented oil & a warm poultice. Had another short session of sound therapy once you turnover. Very happy with this treatment! The practitioner was kind, knowledgeable (without saying much) and in tune with bodywork. The room was a good temperature, the sheets & pillows clean & comfy. The owner shared some insight about Ayurvedic practice afterwards. I look forward to coming back on my healing journey! The only thing I would change is to book a regular Abhyanga Massage, the sound therapy part was a small part of the treatment & overall something that probably needs dedicated time. They offer a lot on their services menu (which can be overwhelming to decide) & I'm not sure if the other smaller add-ons are worth it, maybe reflexology. Thanks NY Ayurvedic & Panchakarma Center!

I've had a fantastic Rejuvenating Navara Rice & Herbal Facial with Nisha. From the 100% natural,…read moreauthentic products she uses to the relaxing and healing 90-minute experience--my nervous system calmed down, and my very dry skin completely reversed into glowing, breathing, supple skin. Wow! I got the Wild Rose face cream and the Dosha-Bliss cleanser to use them daily at home. In the middle of the winter, with the radiators blasting heat and dryness in my room, my skin is no longer dry. Thank you so much for providing such excellent service and care. I can't wait to be back in a month!

Dr. Naina was lovely, helpful and informative! Her ayurvedic exam was on point with my symptoms and…read moreissues, and her recommendations have helped me already! There was no pressure to buy anything, just recommendations for inexpensive herbs and at-home exercises.

I also had a wonderful ayurvedic facial experience here from Rumana who was very attentive and…read moreprofessional. I felt very relaxed from her facial/shoulder massage and I loved the hot stone part of the massage. the products that she used were effective but gentle. the facial included extractions which were quick and painless. My skin felt so clean, hydrated and soft after the facial and I left the office feeling pampered. I would definitely treat myself to another facial here and I look forward to my next appointment. Thank you Rumana for the wonderful facial treatment you provided. I'm glad I discovered this place.

Natasha Uspensky came into my life exactly when I needed her. I had been getting sick…read morefrequently--like, every two or three weeks. I tried traditional medications, doctor visits, and even acupuncture, with no results. Finally, it occurred to me that my diet might be playing a bigger role than I had considered before. I interviewed a handful of nutritionists, and something about this girl just felt right. She was real; it was like I was talking to an insta-friend, you know? She's the perfect balance of knowing your stuff and making it accessible, and I feel like I can tell her anything with no judgement on her part. "Why, yes, I did just wash down an enormous bagel and chocolate chip cookie with 2 Cokes" might be met with, "Okay, how can we do better next time?" She's gentle, and she reminds you that you have the power over your life. Natasha taught me about self-care, green smoothies (tried one yet? Life changing, hand to God), and about candida. With her guidance and expertise, I've been able to make complete overhauls to my way of eating--and my entire life! I've banished sugar cravings and gotten off the soda wagon, which I never thought would have even been possible. I treat myself and my body like it deserves the best now, because it does. (We only have one, right?) I feel healthier and have more energy every day because of the wisdom this girl has given me. Natasha is nothing short of a miracle.

I guess the easiest thing to say is that Natasha completely changed my life. When I signed up with…read moreher, I was a stressed out mess with a horrible relationship with food. I barely ate during working hours, starved through a miserable gym session, and then binged at dinner on processed 'fat-free' or 'low-calorie' junk. I lost some weight, but I was constantly tired and spent too much time calorie-counting everything. Seriously, I'd been living this way for years. After working with Natasha for six months, I learned so much about food and lifestyle in general - I learned to meditate, found exercises I don't hate doing, learned to create time for myself, learned to create time for my relationships, etc. I found a new job, lost weight, and I just generally feel better. Every time I start to have a rough time in some aspect of my life, I always think of something Natasha taught me that I can go back to. Talking with Natasha every week is like having a super-positive best friend who happens to be full of incredible advice. If you're looking to make real changes in your lifestyle, no one is better to help than Natasha,

If i had option to flag it as MINUS STAR I would give them MINUS MILLION STARS!…read more This place is horrible! They have no knowledge of analyzing health status at all. I came there 100% healthy person with one concern i was not sleeping well at this period. What happening to me now is i am living in pain 24/7 and fighting god knows what. So what happened was... when i came healthy with one concern this "doctor" gave me 4 different supplements to start with and offered a food plan. Supplements she advised to purchase from them cause its better quality. When i was leaving they told me in case i have questions let them know. Which i did. I had questions during preparation period to start recommendations and food plan, i've emailed them, they didn't reply.. I emailed them 3 times and left voicemail only after they replied but their reply was without actual answers... well ok, i've pre And started in a week i started feeling huge discomfort following this food plan and i've emailed them big email describing my situation and asking for help and advice. I NEVER got reply at all. In 2-2.5 weeks i started having HEADACHES. I need to say that i am not having headaches at all, once in 1.5/2 years- so i am not a headache person at all. But here i've got to the point where my body STOPPED functioning due to the pain i am living in- i've never ever felt anything like that before. I couldn't understand what happening with me. To describe situation better- i eat healthy, don't drink at all, fitness, this period was stress free in my life i had vocation and i am again 100% healthy and its not what I think- i've actually REtook all tests when it started happening- blood,mri, eeg, xrayof neck region in case, neurological appointments etc...- nothing; even went to obgyn- HEALTHY!!! And here my doctor who happened to be Indian roots told me FIRST thing he've heard me saying where i went- DONT take their meds it cause lots of health problems, contain heavy metals etc. once I stopped taking these pills guess what it went away!!! I will collect all materials and i will get consultation how to open law case against them. You don't understand what i went through- one day pain got so bad that my friend literally saved me- cause I couldn't help myself i was not crying i was screaming with the sound going from my tummy area- I couldn't help my self i was i such pain that i couldst even do anything, and keep in mind that NOTHING was helping me at all- no medicaments AT ALL!! And believe me i've tried all!!! At that day my blood pressure went up to143/110. To say it was hell it say nothing.... So please make sure you NEVER USE ANY SERVICES OF THIS COMPANY THESE PEOPLE- they don't know what they doing- I lived it i mean it!!!! They don't give anything about you as a person or even a customer!! You pay extremely expensive and that what you get!!!!

For me, finding Dr. Rudra meant finding, finally, authentic healing for both my physical and mental…read moredistress. I trusted the process and experienced improvement beyond my wildest expectations after only a few weeks. This, after a decade long search for help. I found Dr. Rudra to be direct, not rude. She knows how to heal the body and for the minimal fees they charge, she doesn't waste time making small talk. The approach is completely different from how we do things in the west. Here, therapists coddle us, doctors over-medicate us and the root causes of whatever is ailing us go unattended. With Ayurveda you must choose to embrace new ways of behaving if you are going to feel better. If you are ready to truly honor your body with balance, I would look no further.

I've been going here for a while now Valerie is great she's always patient and accommodating,…read morei always leave feeling calm and at peace highly recommend.

Valerie is amazing and knowledgeable in her practice. She takes her time to answer all your…read morequestions. She made me feel seen and heard during our sessions and didn't mind ongoing over time to answer my questions. She's amazing and I will be back for another reiki session. Thank you for all that you do

Hi, I'd just like to update this review at a much later time to reaffirm. Looking back now, I…read moreabsolutely do not recommend this service. Going to a certified therapist has helped so much more. I think back to things Priya would say during our sessions and I get angry about it. Be careful about who you listen to for advice. I initially wanted a spiritual mentor because I feel I am a spiritual person. But looking back now, l feel that Priya has a very short sighted approach to life. Not only was her approach not suitable toward me but her approaches even exacerbated some of my problems. A certified therapist was able to identify the causes and appropriate treatment a lot better. I don't want others to make the same mistakes I did.

Priya is the best counselor I have ever visited. I called her because I wanted to learn more about…read moreAyurvedic nutrition but quickly realized how much more valuable Priya is than giving recipes for your body type (dosha). She helped me see for myself what insecurities and traumas I had been holding onto from childhood and how that's been influencing my current decisions and the views I had about myself that I did not realize. She has helped me help myself in ways I never could have imagined and I can truly say I'm a much better, more confident, loving version of myself. I'm in awe of how in tune I am with my mind, body and soul after 6 months with Priya. I can't name anything or anyone else that comes close to the work she does. I'm done my work with her and that's the beauty of her service - she helps you help yourself and has an end time for your work together. B/c if you're seeing a therapist for years and years - chances are it's not doing much for you. If you feel there's always been something lacking & you want more out of life or you need help to resolve unresolved issues in your life, Vedic Synergy is for you.

I saw Nikki in 2011 and it was life changing. Working with her, I learned I was lactose intolerant…read moreand received a great education on the importance of having a customized nutrition plan to meet my body's specific needs. Nine years later, I reached out again in Feb 2020 to reset after a couple of years of deprioritizing my health. Seeing Nikki again was like riding a bike - she was as warm, understanding, and supportive as ever. She created a very thorough shopping list with a ton of new brands and delicious recipe options that I wouldn't have known otherwise. Nikki made food shopping and cooking FUN because I could feel and taste the difference of what I was putting in my body. And all super easy to find and make!! Fast forward to COVID-19. I was lucky enough to start doing the work a month before the world changed. By then, I was already used to making better food choices for me and having Nikki by my side. While a lot of people were eating through their anxieties, Nikki's support helped me have the semblance of agency by making the most nourishing and simple meals. While I don't weigh myself, I'm definitely thinner and my clothes fit looser. And I feel amazing all around. More than that, Nikki's guidance is holistic. She not only focuses on the food, but also the mental and emotional. Nikki probes deep to help me get in touch with my feelings and then releasing them. She is the real deal and an amazing cheerleader - during the good and the bad! Now getting down to business. Nikki is super responsive (almost at lightning speed) and she's cost conscious. There's a stigma about eating healthy being expensive, but Nikki finds you options and promo codes galore. Seeing her is an investment in your health, and you learn how to maximize it! Call her. Right now. You'll gain a better appreciation for your health and strength, as well as a true friend and champion.

I had the chance to attend a manifestation workshop, led by Madeleine Stallard and hosted by NAO…read morefounder Nikki Ostrower. The night was so inspiring and invigorating; my two friends also loved it, and can't wait to go back. NAO's space itself is beautiful and calming, and Nikki kindly guides and welcomes everyone she meets. A wonderful new addition to the city. 5 stars!!!!!

I was lucky enough to take Tania's MYT Ball Workshop, and it was amazing…read more First, we took the time to work in each part of our body from feet to head with the balls, pressing in different acupressure points. Yes! at first, it was painful, but I cannot explain how relax my muscles and body felt after the workshop. Second, as a yoga teacher that I am, now I have an extra tool to use for private clients, so if you are in this business, not only you are going to learn to practice on yourself, but I also how you can use it with your students. Tania is the best.

Tania has so much to offer as a healer. She has incredible knowledge of yoga, stretching, meridian…read morepoints and a holistic view on wellness. I went to her for a Thai Yoga Therapy massage for help with back pain. Tania's treatment released my tension and helped ease pain in my back and hips. I felt relaxed and relieved after the massage. The space is warm, welcoming and conveniently located close to union square. Make sure to ask her about her yoga ball classes!

The location I visited was on the upper East side of the city. And the service itself was relaxing…read more But I didn't feel any sense of welcome, customer service, greeting, it was very bizarre. I prefer environments and clinicians that express warmth & care in their service and manner. I don't think I'll be returning.

I have been to Satori Holistic for more than a year. Anjali is compassionate attentive in…read moreunderstanding what is needing for each session. Recently I have been using Acpuncture and different methods of healing from Anjali. One of the methods is tuning forks. I usually have a tuning fork session after acpuncture. When I get a tuning fork session I feel my vibration rising with every sound and vibration with the energy in my body. I honestly feel it for days after. One week I have acpuncture with tuning fork. The next session I have Acpuncture and Mayan massage. Depending on how I am feeling Anjali helps me with my well being. I look forward to my sessions with Anjali. I have learned to listen to my body and energy. I share with Anjali what is happening before acpuncture and she leads me to what method is best to meet for the session to release my stress. I love how knowledgeable, supportive and versatile Anjali is. Anjali is first and foremost ready to hear and help in anyways through any of her expertise. Anjali is an amazing person. She is down to earth, loving, caring, compassionate, meets you where your energy is, and she asks the questions to get to the root. I recommend Satori Holistic with Anjali! She is phenomenal!

This Saturday afternoon at 2:00 PM I had the most wonderful experience. I met with Denise who is a…read moreWONDERFUL practitioner. I received a head massage and I could not have had a better experience. She is a beautiful individual. I have read the negative comments posted and cannot believe any of them. Obviously some very negative individuals who are looking to blame someone for their ills. Denise is a very giving, very caring and very articulate person. I love the way she talked TO you and makes you her total focus. I've been to other practitioners and they don't hold a candle. The office is clean, quiet and very relaxing. I was so glad I had the opportunity to go and receive this treatment. My only "negative" is that they don't take insurance. To me, this is a drawback for the overall practice. Please reconsider and this would help put you "on the map." Denise - I wish you all the blessings and success in your fine work!!!

I got a head massage - it was "just ok". Surprised to discover this is done while seated in a…read morehard, upright chair. This was my first time getting such a massage, and my research did not prepare me for this arrangement. Masseur is a super friendly lady, though with her quirks. I was told that I don't drink enough water - a fact that I already knew - but then she went on to say only this brand and that brand were good for you, and only room temperature. I'm thinking "If I need to drink water, getting picky about the brand and temperature is not important." Personally I'll stick to tap water. Also a 10:45pm text the night before to confirm appointment is really inappropriate. I look tired? Oh maybe that's because I was woken up last night. Be sure to take small bills, as they "don't have change." Would I go again? No. But, the one time I went wasn't a total waste and it might be just right for others.