The healthiest I've ever been in my life. I completed 5 days of Pancha Karma (plus a week of preparation) with Rasa Veda (Sheila) in 2023 and have experienced treatments with many other Ayurvedic practitioners in previous years. By Day #3, I felt fully restored - cured and ready to return to the stressful real world but with a more balanced baseline. However, whereas Days 1-3 delivered full restoration, Days 4-5 brought forward progress towards a level of health that I had never experienced. In this deep state of flow, my body felt weightless, my heart was in blissful concurrence, and my body and systems were moving with pure "ease" (perhaps, the opposite of "disease"). After completing Pancha Karma, I spent the weekend wondering, "is this what enlightenment feels like?" The treatment brought so much balance to my body and life that I effortlessly and unintentionally transitioned to being 99% vegetarian. (Previously, I insisted that lifestyle was not possible for me and my constitution.) I highly recommend going "all in" on the full Pancha Karma experience. Trust the process. The Preventative Medicine benefits, alone, justify the ROI. Further, the personal and physical improvements and transformation are priceless. Pancha Karma brought me to a state of health that I didn't know was possible for me. And, I seek to maintain these benefits via regular maintenance at Rasa Veda, each season. Of note, Sheila is a gifted alchemist and mixologist when it comes to herbs, oils, tonics, elixirs, and cooking. During each day of Pancha Karma, she nurtured me with oils, essential oils, steam baths, Ayurvedic massage, herbs, drinks, music, vocals, prayers, intentions, and fabulous fresh homemade meals that soothed my soul. Sheila brings a warrior mindset to her commitment to her craft. She is relentlessly dedicated to Ayurveda in the purest form permissible and prides herself on not cutting corners. Consequently, she uses only the most authentic ingredients and customizes all treatments and potions based on each individual's unique needs. Stepping into her office feels like being transported to another time and space, and each session ends with shirodhara to transport you to another dimension. read more

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There aren't enough words to describe how profound Sheila's treatments are. I've been seeing Sheila regularly for over a year now, and what has occurred is beyond anything I could've ever hoped or prayed for. I started seeing Sheila for an acute, recurring health issue thinking that changing up my diet and quickly getting things balanced out internally would be the resolution. But thanks to Sheila's loving touch and care, we went MUCH deeper than that. So much cleared emotionally on top of the physical changes I was advised to make - I didn't even realize how much I had been carrying. I know real when I see and feel it - and Sheila's healing capacity is the real deal. Her Ayurvedic treatments are so full of love and deep, deep care. The moment you walk in, expect to be greeted with a warm hug and the scent of her homemade incense. In the actual treatments, you'll be bathed with the most sublime oils that Sheila spends weeks at a time making herself. In the hours that I've been on her table, I've experienced the deepest states of healing and relaxation that I have yet to find anywhere else. It's so comforting to know deep in your soul when you've found your "person", and Sheila is my person. If you're on the fence about booking a treatment with her, this is your sign! Do it! read more

Sheila healed me. It's as simple as that. I found her because I was drawn to a spa-like treatment with oil that I did not realize was as profound as it turned out to be. She explained my diet was all wrong. I have been eating based on her recommendations for over a year now. I feel a thousand times better. The teas she prepared were also tasty and helpful. Her office is so comfortable and grounding. Be prepared to go deep within yourself if you see her. read more

(My partner's experience since she doesn't have a Yelp) It was a phenomenal experience. Sheila is very personable. Her studio smelled amazing and her warm personality made you feel instantly comfortable. The service I got was a consultation that determined my doshas as well as a post partum yoni steam with uniquely blended herbs. In addition it was a full bodied massage with unique oils and herbs. After the massage I was cacooned by blankets to allow time to absorb. Then your placed under a contraption that drips oil onto your head and scalp. This gave me a level of rest and relaxation I have not had in quite some time as a new mother. I would absolutely refer this business to anyone. But, I would let them know that this is a full day of care. My session was from 1030-5. This isn't a quick Thai massage and the price of the service reflects how involved Sheila is in the process. read more

All I can tell you is that Sheila changed my life with the knowledge and advice she gave me. Not "would" I recommend her, I "do" recommend her to everyone I ever talk health talk to. read more

A long healing massage like no other. It is truly special. Sheila is a healer and gives so much care and attentiveness from the time you arrive until you leave. A beautiful experience using beautiful oils and highly beneficial herbs provided to complement your treatment. I highly recommend Sheila! read more

I found Sheila on Yelp as I searched for an Ayurvedic Practitioner. We spoke for a couple of minutes and then scheduled an appointment. It turned out that Sheila was God sent. Not only did she deliver, but she went high and above anyone I have ever met. She was tender, respectful, empathetic, engaging, and most importantly, knowledgeable about what she was doing. I was scheduled to stay with her for 2 hours. I stayed for almost 3.5 hours. When she was done with the treatment, I felt as if I was on cloud nine. I felt renewed, vibrant and almost re-born. Whatever she did, worked. It is 5 days today since she worked on me, and I still feel really good and energized. If you are looking for a practitioner who will resolve deep core problems with skill, passion and devotion, Sheila is the one to go to. I highly recommend her services to the world. She is indeed God sent. read more

Sheila is a true support in the healing process. Time with her and her nutritional and intuitive ways have changed me and my life. She is amazing and I highly recommend her. Thank you Sheila! I look forward to seeing you again. read more

I had the Abhyenga / Shirodara treatment from Sheila right before the holidays and did that ever help me relax and enjoy it all. This woman has skills!!! I would like to describe the treatment to you however once I was on the table Sheila's voice and touch transported me to another world and all I have are impressions (and the amazing results): There was a LOT of warm, wonderfully scented oil, there was a rhythm in the strokes, soothing words, even instructions like "turn over" were a comfort. By the shirodara part I was so relaxed. My mind had taken a much needed break and it was just my body there going "aaaaaaahhhhhhhh" with no distracting, annoying thoughts. Like I said the results were amazing and I felt like I was just gliding through December, well lubricated by all that oil - lol. I highly recommend this treatment from this practitioner! Thank you, Sheila! read more

Never made it to the place. Called twice and left voicemails and also emailed and no one ever responded. I am sure that Rasa is amazing, based on everyone's review, but it will be nice if someone at least responded and said that she is fully booked or anything else. But to never respond, I just feel that it isn't professional. read more

I don't know where to start.. This young woman is worth much more than gold. If you are searching to find a holistic treatment, she is the real deal. Sheila bless you and your spirit! From Liban with LOVE. Merci, Ara read more

Shelia is incredible! I just got started working with her and am SO beyond excited to continue with Ayurvedic healing :) If you're looking to heal from the inside out, book an appointment with Shelia, you will not be disappointed! read more

I am incredibly blessed to have found Sheila on this path towards healing, which by design with her is all about becoming fully embodied as the person one is meant to be. I came to Sheila with skin and digestive issues, and after our first meeting I knew I wanted to work towards a Panchakarma in the Spring. During our consultation, I felt so deeply heard and simultaneously received a clearly articulated explanation of what was going on with me-- the intersection of my physical, emotional, spiritual bodies were considered with great care throughout our candid conversation. Sheila was supportive, accessible, and deeply knowledgeable leading up to the detox and now one week later after completing the treatments, I am overwhelmed with gratitude and can't imagine doing this journey without her expertise and compassion. We didn't rush into the Panchakarma-- Sheila made sure that I was eating correctly according to my unique constitution and setting an intentional path leading up to the detox. Drinking the triphala herbs, I am balance tonic, and applying the homemade herbal oils in the morning helped so much with my digestive issues and also implemented a profound ritual into my daily routine. Her guidance connected me to the essence of Ayurveda and I felt comfortable asking her to point me in the right direction as far as educating myself about the history these ancient teachings... this process deepened the treatments once I got on the table to work with Sheila during the Panchakarma. During the Purvakarma, this week brought up a lot of new sensations and Sheila was quick to respond when I texted her with questions. As I showed up to her studio on the first day of treatments, I was overcome with excitement and perhaps some nerves since it was my first PK, and Sheila led me through the treatments with deep reverence for the medicine, this journey, and my intentions for this incredible practice of renewal and growth. Throughout the Panchakarma, Sheila was loving, intuitive, attentive, and in service to the Divine. I especially connected with the guided meditations during the treatments, and I loved the fluid, lucid moments of bliss that arose in moments of massage and Shirodhara. I experienced sensations of expansion, self awareness, and ecstatic creativity during and after the treatments. Sheila is a wonderful soul and I can't imagine doing my first PK with anyone other than her. I am feeling so much more awake when I get up in the morning (without the help of caffeine!!! what?!) I'm so happy that I decided to invest in doing a Panchakarma.. the knowledge, growth, and healing that I've gain through this experience are of immeasurable value. Thank you for your dedication, care, and above all your beautiful heart, Sheila! read more

I had an excellent Ayurvedic treatment with Sheila Govindarajan (also known as Govilove)! I found the front desk person at RakSa Wellness Center to be warm and kind, she immediately offered me a hot tea and showed me to a quiet and comfortable seating area where I waited less than 3 minutes before I was greeted by Sheila with a lovely, vibrant smile and sweetness. She escorted me to a clean, warm room where I was left alone to get comfortable on the massage table. Sheila returned quietly and said a prayer, in what sounded like an ancient language and came through like the melody of an enchanted song. She then proceeded to play a mix cd that turned out to be the perfect musical soundtrack to one of the most extraordinary body treatments I have received in my life so far. I was mesmerized by the scents in the oils and the sensation of the oils soaking into my skin and then Sheila's strong, yet gentle and fluid hand motions on my body. I felt transported into another dimension and completely anointed into a sacred realm of divinity within my body, mind and spirit. The Abhyanga treatment I received from Sheila opened an amazing capacity for me to communicate with the divine in my being that inspired healing, rejuvenation, deep relaxation, a sort of calm awakening! Then at the end of the Abhyanga I received Shirodhara, which is a technique of dripping oil on the head, something I had never experienced before. The constant drip and flow of the Shirodhara felt like it opened my third eye and the stress and anxiety/anxiousness of the day completely disappeared and I was transformed into an awake and infinite being of love, beauty and wisdom. Between Sheila and the oils I was saturated with the eternal presence of ultimate healing love. Sheila is a gift to all those who seek a knowledgeable, intuitive, transformative experience in Ayurvedic healing. read more

Sheila is an amazingly gifted healer and I feel so blessed that I found her when I moved to Los Angeles. She provided a warm and inviting space with her calm, empathic and loving energy that put me at ease as soon as I began working with her. She is a gifted listener and a very knowledgable and skilled Ayurvedic Practitioner. I have benefitted from her treatments and recommendations immensely and feel so fortunate to have found Rasa Veda Healing. I highly recommend her. She is an amazing guide through the healing journey. read more

This review is for Sheila Govindarajan's abhyanga and shirodhara treatment. I visited Sheila after returning from a stressful international trip. Sheila recommended the shirodhara treatment as an antidote to my vata imbalances (those of you familiar with Ayurvedic philosophy will recognize these imbalances as anxiety, insomnia, etc.). During this treatment, warm oil is poured repeatedly and rhythmically on the center of your forehead (your third eye). The experience is meditative and soothing. I also found the abhyanga massage to be heavenly and an amazing remedy for my chronically dry skin. The massage is unlike other massage experiences, and not simply muscular but healing on a deeper, more holistic level. I found Sheila to be professional, attentive, and compassionate. She embodies a healing energy and ensured that I was comfortable before, during, and after the treatment and was available to answer any questions or concerns that arose. Sheila stands out among the few Ayurvedic practitioners in the Los Angeles area with her exceptional training and deep commitment to this practice. Unfortunately, although Raksa has since closed its doors, you can still find Sheila in her private practice. I recently visited Sheila at her new space and it is an absolute sanctuary. Sheila has created an amazing healing environment that appeals to all of our senses - amazing aromatherapy, candles, soothing music, and more. Please support this practitioner and take advantage of her services! I personally cannot wait to visit Sheila again for a thorough Ayurvedic lifestyle consultatio read more

I recently had an ayurveda treatment with Sheila and it was amazing! I am always looking for alternative eastern methods and I found a profound one with Sheila. Sheila performed the Abhyanga/Shirodara treatment which was the most relaxing, healing experience. First, I have to mention how welcoming her home/treatment area is. I felt completely comfortable in her space and in her presence. She has created a space of love and happiness. Once I was lying on her table, she began rubbing my body with warm oil (which if you have never experienced, I highly recommend you do). She told me that this was to relax my body in preparation for the Shirodara. Well, let me tell you it was more relaxing than any massage I have ever had. Once she had completed with my body (front and back), then she covered me in a warm blanket and prepared me for the next step. I definitely was in and out of it during this time. But the process included warm oil being continuously poured over your forehead (never into the eyes or rest of the face). It was the most unbelievable experience. It literally forced my subconscious to retreat into silence. I have never felt such peace and tranquility. After the Shirodara was complete, Sheila allowed me to stay in Savasana for as long as I liked. Then she prepared a private shower for me. She never rushed me during any of this. Afterwards, we chatted for a good while, and it became clear to me what a wonderful person inside and out Sheila really is. She brings nothing but love and positivity to each session and I welcome anyone to try this experience with her. I would HIGHLY recommend Sheila's treatments to anyone looking for relaxation and healing. There is a reason this ancient practice has not changed in thousands of years. You will leave her treatment feeling like a new person. I know I did. read more

I just had the most amazing ayurvedic massage ever! I'm so impressed! While I was in India this year I had many Shirodhara treatments but I have to say that nothing compares to this one. It was a 90' massage. I got transported into a different galaxy. I feel words don't convey what I just experience. Sheila is so knowledgeable, powerful and kind and sensitive....I feel blessed to have found her through the yelp community. She'll also costume made a prenatal oil and tea for my which i'm so grateful for. Her space is just fantastic. Spotless and sacred. Keep the amazing practice Sheila! Thank you for what I experienced today!. Love read more

Sheila is a wonderful person. She wants to help people by going out of her way. She is really a blessing for me. I came to know her through my son. It is a miracle find for me. I am a true believer of Ayurveda for more than a year. I highly recommend her. read more

I treated my self to Sheila's signature Abhyanga + Shiro treatment and it was an out of body experience, where I felt connected with everyone who had ever done that over the centuries. I went in expecting relaxation - which it was at the time - but it was also a toxin release (beyond my expectations, but that's another story - just make sure you anticipate). Sheila is so generous with her vast expertise and care, and customized her treatments to my individual needs. A treasure nestled in Larchmont! read more

This review is for Sheila Govindarajan's (Aka GOVILOVE's ) excellent Abhyanga massage at Raksa Wellness center. I had my treatment yesterday - this morning I woke up after enjoying a kind of deep, relaxing sleep that has eluded me for months! I highly recommend her service. I'd suggest this service for anyone looking to improve their total health, cope with anxiety, fatigue, and emotional distress, or find balance in their lives. I did not quite know what to expect from Abhyanga. I usually enjoy deep tissue massage, and descriptions of this treatment that I'd read emphasized lighter strokes and copious amounts of oil. But since Ayurveda (Indian holistic medicine) interests me, I figured I would take the plunge and see what Abhyanga massage was about! As of yet, Abhyanga has not been popularized in the West, so there isn't much information easily available about it's benefits. Prior to this treatment, Sheila worked with me to create an Ayurvedic eating/wellness plan that helped me with some digestion and skin issues I was having. In Sheila's treatment room at Raksa, I fully undressed and slid face-down under some light cotton sheets. Sheila came in the room, and began the treatment by massaging warm sesame oil onto my scalp. The strokes were light, and my entire head of hair soaked up the oil. For the next 90 minutes, she dedicatedly applied the sesame oil to my entire body, with repetitive long strokes down my limbs and a gentle rub on my feet and chest. The oil she uses is treated - for me she included chamomile and eucalyptus, and a few other lovely-smelling essential oils. With the recent winds, my dried-out skin soaked it up immediately and was grateful for the extra moisture! On the table, the Shirodhara experience itself was incredible. The point of the massage isn't to work knots out, its to simultaneously rejuvenate and relax. In some sense, the description that the strokes are "light" is somewhat misleading - the repetition of long movement over the limbs and other part of the body actually feels quite "deep" in the body, even though the pressure itself is not so severe. These strokes hit points (meridians?) continuously; through this repetition the massage finds a different kind of depth no less profound than "'deep tissue' that allowed my body to restore in a profound way I did not know possible. Although my muscles themselves were surely soothed, I felt that the massage balanced and rejuvenated my body in a much more complete and total sense. While on the table, I actually fell into a state of semi-sleep, aware of thoughts and sensations, but also drifting in and out of consciousness. It was lovely. A few last comments for people interested in this service: At the end of the massage, my entire body was covered with oil. You should definitely bring a change of clothes and your favorite shampoo - you will need a shower! Also, if you are on your moon cycle you may want to check in about whether or not this treatment is appropriate for you in that moment. Sheila is incredibly professional - despite being disrobed I felt very comfortable with her. It's clear that she is deeply gifted in Ayurvedic healing - after my treatment, she gave me suggestions on how to do self-Abhyunga (even if just quickly) in the mornings and suggested a few oils I could mix in to make it the most beneficial. Finding a talented and professional Ayurvdic practitioner like Sheila is quite rare - I am so glad I have been able to work with her! read more

Sheila is a gifted Ayurvedic practitioner. My experience with the Abhyanga/Shirodara treatment was beyond words. The best that I can describe it is cosmic and calming. Her practice space is warm and inviting and she provided an intuitive and medicinal approach to her treatment. This was my first Ayurvedic treatment and it will not be my last. I highly recommend Govilove Ayurveda. read more

I love Govilove Ayurveda!! I am very lucky to have found some amazing body and alternative healing practitioners in the Los Angeles area and Sheila Govindarajan's Govilove Ayurveda, as one of my newest, tops the list. I went to her private practice tucked away in a lovely, charming and best of all, quiet space in Hancock Park. Sheila welcomed me with a warm presence and continued to treat and speak to me with sincere care - admittedly, her kindness and generosity with her attention was completely un-exepected and very comforting. While she is working on you, Sheila's perfectionism comes out and I could feel that she was completely dialed into me and my body. The experience was meditative and other worldly - for real, when you experience the shirodara, you basically go into another world while Sheila is flawlessly applying a stream of warm oil on your forehead for 20 minutes. Sheila's touch is warm but firm - just right for me. I've been to two sessions with her in two months, and after both I candidly spoke with her about my experience - that I felt more on the right side of my body than my left and other sensations that were happening to me physically and emotionally - she listened intently and shared her own experience with my treatment. I have always been extremely uncomfortable and squirmish when being massaged on my legs, so naturally during the first session, I asked Sheila to be gentle with them. She listened to my request completely complied, but like a true healer, spoke with me more about my discomfort when we had our debrief. Sheila suggested a way to help me get over my discomfort by massaging my legs at home and showed me exactly how to do it. So I followed this home regimen - I was felt determined to get over my discomfort, which I was aware didn't exist on a purely physical level. By the time I was back for my second treatment the following month, I let go of my discomfort and did not squirm or scowl - for the first time, I was totally ok and relaxed even in my problem areas! Never thought that would ever happen...! Sheila reflects to me a true healer in every sense of the word. Thank you! read more

Go to Govilove!! I had my first treatment with Sheila a little over a week ago, the Abhyanga/Shirodara and I am in love. I wish I could have treatment every week! I am very interested in Eastern healing modalities, but this was my first Ayurvedic treatment and Sheila was just so comforting and welcoming to me. The treatment was so blissful, I went in and out of consciousness throughout it so I had no concept of time and don't really even remember how long I was there for. It's so much more transcendent than a normal massage, and I've never experienced anything like the Shirodara. The continuous stream of oil on my forehead had me completely present and focused. The oil she used was very warming and smelled incredible, it just had me completely alive and craving Indian food :) After the treatment, I took a shower and her space is seriously beautiful. Totally relaxing and perfect for what she does. She also gave me some tea afterwards and I bought a bottle of the oil she used on me and I love it! I'm just trying not to use it up too fast. She recommended a morning ritual for me with the oil and it's working out really great for me. After leaving, I felt like I was coming out of a magical little world and the treatment has still stayed with me. I came in feeling overwhelmed and needing some sort of change and I feel so balanced and focused now and so happy about this little gem I found! Sheila could not be better at what she does and she's completely warm and open. She's just a cool person! Definitely, definitely check out Govilove! read more

Amazing. I've had a lot of body work and energy work done, so I'm a bit of a snob, and this was outstanding. The location, RakSa, is a beautiful place that is welcoming and professional. I didn't know what to expect for the session, and I was completely blown away. I didn't fall asleep, like I normally do, but entered a state of blissful relaxation that lasted for days (I saw her Tues, and it is Fri and I can still feel the effects). She customizes the treatment for me so I got exactly what I needed, and then talked with me after the session explaining everything that she did. An incredibly nice and gifted individual. Can't wait to see her again! read more

I just had some of the most powerful bodywork treatment of my life from Sheila. I went to Raksa because I heard the the Ayurveda treatments were extremely restorative. Sheila had a deep understanding of the technique and her touch was both soothing, intense and deeply healing. It was a perfect balance of relaxing and invigorating. I felt a sense of ancient wisdom intermingled with a modern intuition. With all that said, I highly recommend Sheila and Raksa! read more

Amazing! My introduction to Ayurvedic massage was where she is currently practicing her bodywork, called Raksa in Culver City. A truly beautiful and nurturing experience. She really creates a safe space to where you can really go deep and let go. I have received many different types of body and energy work but the Abhyanga treatment really encompasses all aspect of working your tissues gently and really awakens your chi and flow. She also is greatly practiced in aromatherapy and customizes blends for each treatment. Sheila was great with taking time to consult before the treatment and conversing about the experience after the session. I had some soreness on my right shoulder that loosened greatly the day after and slept incredibly well and deep that night. Highly recommended and looking forward to my next visit. read more

I didn't know what to expect when I arrived at Raksa for the first time. I was greeted with a nice warm cup of tea as Sheila took her time to make sure I was comfortable and prepared for the Abhyanga/Shirodhara. The room was quite warm and almost too much for me. Sheila made adjustments without compromising the experience. My body immediately responded to the detoxing effects of the herbal infused oils and physical therapy. The Shirodhara was unlike anything I'd experienced. Sheila's intuitive nature and personal approach was reflected in her ability to tune into my physical body and respond to my qì. I left the treatment feeling incredibly relaxed and completely revitalized. Exactly what I needed Sheila, Thank you! read more

Wow, what a treatment. Beautiful space, beautiful room, beautiful work. Sheila really has a gift for healing, and bringing people into a space of calm & tranquility. A ton of tension was routed from my body through the therapy, and I left with a new awareness of my physicality. But not only did I come out feeling like my body had received the tune-up of a lifetime, I encountered some deep and therapeutic insights during the end of my treatment. A total body-mind experience. I'm not just preaching here, I'm being honest. Go see Sheila, and heal your body mind & soul. Really, she's worth it. read more

Sheila is magical. I know that might sound over the top but the truth is I have yet to discover a space supported by a practitioner that delivers such a trans-formative experience. The space is warm and inviting. You are welcomed by Sheila with her loving and soothing energy. She makes you feel so at ease the minute you walk in the door. The smell of healing incense fills the room inviting you to take a deep breath. The treatment is a process of her massaging you while pouring warm oil that has been steeping in a specific combination of herbs depending on your constitution. I have eczema and the oil felt like absolute heaven. I had zero reaction as well just in case you do suffer from eczema. Let's be clear... this isn't just a massage this is a soul and body RE-CONNECTION. The journey your soul and body embarks on is one of deep healing which lasted for about 2 hours. I could have laid there for 4 hours. I truly didn't want to get up. 1 hour into the treatment I felt as though I was back in the womb. My whole body felt so nourished. When the treatment ended my body felt heavy, grounded, and centered. I can't explain the spiritual experience I felt as I lifted my body from the table. I've never moved so slow in my life. The difference was I WANTED to move slowly. I wanted to be still and relish every second of each moment. I highly recommend her services to everyone! So grateful! read more

I am extremely fortunate to have met Sheila. Today was my second session with her. She is an absolute treasure. I have many challenges and Sheila was able to make me feel her loving energy and make me feel completely comfortable. I was able to just release all my tensions, stress and anxieties. I have always had issues with my body image and Sheila makes me feel beautiful with her healing touch, the warmed oil and her magical spirit. Since my first session, friends and colleagues have noticed my better posture and confidence. I am looking forward to my next session because to be in that special environment filled with aromatic smells, beauty, and love is something that I have not experienced before. I do feel the effect of grounding, balance and relaxation after each session. My body feels totally nourished in an exceptional way. The warm oils over the entire body is a most amazing feeling. I am blessed and grateful to have Sheila in my life. read more

Sheila is a true healer. She is really intuitive, gentle and soooooo cool as person. In meeting her, she formulated herbs as well as lifestyle adjustments. In practicing them and taking the herbs and oils I felt restored with balance, clarity and momentum in my life. I'm so grateful for her. I also did a panchakarma with her a year ago this time. That experience was transformational to say the least, I became aware of some deep seated emotions that were stuck in body. She really provided a safe and comfortable place to heal yourself in mind body and soul. Thank you again Sheila xoxoxoxo read more

Sheila is amazing and my time with her was a gift. I was seeking out someone who could do a Abhyanga + Shiro treatment, and the reviews here were so good, I called, in spite of the fact that I couldn't find a website. Totaly helped e drop into my body again after a very stressful time. So glad to have trusted my instincts. All I can say is THANK YOU. read more

Sheila is a divine healer andI love her so much. Her treatment area is beyond beautiful and she is deeply healing physically, emotionally and spiritually. I have been to her many times and each time am so nourished and cared for. I have been to many practitioners all over California and Sheila really knows her stuff and does some amazing work. I cannot recommend her more! read more

Looking for an alternative treatment that could help me have balance in life and a better health, I found an angel at Yelp called Sheila from Rasa Veda Healing and I'm impressed with her treatment and the results.Now, felling lighter, serene and full of energy I just want share my happiness with the world! Thank you Sheila very much you really help me and I hope you keep doing this fantastic healing for many years. See you soon. read more

I recently visited Sheila for a prenatal treatment. By far, it was the best massage I've ever had. The warm oil she used was incredibly soothing. Her technique was wonderful and very relaxing. She is a knowledgeable, expert practitioner of Ayurveda and I'm glad she's brought the ancient healing tradition to LA. Sheila has created a beautiful and welcoming environment. I've already recommended her to several colleagues and friends. You'll leave her treatment feeling rejuvenated! read more

Working with Sheila on healing practices, on integration and wholeness, on living a more centered, grounded and fulfilling life has been a profound gift for me. I just came back from living in Gujarat, India for half a year and never expected to find an ayurvedic practitioner in the U.S. that is so so knowledgable, wise, intuitive, generous and attentive. It felt like coming home, walking into her studio, being treated with such care and compassion and lying down on the warm and cozy table for a full body massage and shirodhara session. Sheila takes her work very seriously and very sincerely, having studied Ayruvedic medicine in the U.S. and shadowing clinics in Kerala for several months. Her intense study of the wisdom tradition and training are reflected in how methodically and precisely she tailors the healing regiment to the client's history, current conditions and issues, and needs. I felt incredibly held and in such good and loving hands. She thought of every detail, describing exactly how the treatments would go and why she chose them for me with what I'm dealing with, and making sure to leave time for decompression and processing afterwards. The Abhyanga oil massage was so soothing, comforting, and Sheila was so in tune with the sensitivities and areas of my body were I am holding a lot of emotional tension that need release. The Shirodhara, which has a calming effect for vata imbalances and is essentially warm herb infused oil being dripped on your forehead and scalp for an hour, lulled me into a state of deep, deep relaxation and trust. I felt like I zoned out and was able to completely let go and let the process unfold. As an anxious, often workaholic person, just letting go is extremely hard for me. Sheila, with her thoughtfulness and commitment to healing, provided an atmosphere where I could do that and that kind of refuge for getting back to ourselves and our healths in LA is RARE. Her Ayurvedic practice is precious and I feel blessed to have her in my life as an experienced healer. The more that govilove spreads its wings and reaches folks the more amazing potential for living a happier fuller life to more folks! Thank you Sheila! read more

Sheila is a gift to us! Her understanding of traditional abhyanga and ayurvedic approaches to health and healing are in depth and comprehensive, coupled with an incredible warm, sincerely caring and generous demeanor - she is a healer. I am 40 weeks pregnant and started seeing Sheila in my third trimester. The attention and care she gave me at such an important transition, physically and emotionally, has had wonderful effects on my body, spirit and overall health throughout the end of my pregnancy. It has helped my body prepare for birth as well as soothed my muscles and organs. I had never experienced an ayurvedic massage and was blown away at how powerful it is. The environment she has created is meditative, comfortable and incredibly soothing. She really took in to consideration where certain tensions existed as well as the stage of my pregnancy and what she could offer to assist in helping me to experience a holistic, natural and smooth birthing. I have felt so nurtured by her care and so grateful for her guidance, support and healing practice. This woman is a gem!! She has got skills and a seriously experienced, knowledgeable and AUTHENTIC understanding of this ancient healing art! Highly recommend!!! read more

I received an Abhyanga-Shirodhara from Sheila at RakSa and it was incredible. Unlike a regular massage where I lay there thinking about the whole process and each step within it, I was really able to let go and simply experience the treatment. Aside from the work she did during the Abhyanga-Shirodhara, Sheila is incredible. She has so much passion for Aryuveda and so much knowledge. She really cares for everyone of her clients. You'll feel it instantly. read more

Last week I had the pleasure of receiving an Abhyanga/Shirodhara treatment at Govilove Ayurveda. Sheila told me what to expect, but I was still pleasantly surprised by the wonderful experience, which is different than a traditional massage in all the wonderful ways mentioned in precious reviews. Sheila's treatment space is beautiful, and her demeanor is kind and comforting. She uses the highest quality oils, and they smell delicious! Sheila is highly professional and thorough, taking her time to perform the treatment. She is not only highly trained but highly intuitive as well. Even in my semi-conscious state of meditative slumber (a half-sleep that brought me so much clarity by the way), I could sense that Sheila was in "the zone": she had tapped into a synchronistic, rhythmic flow with my body, sending healing energy to the parts that needed it most. I floated out of there feeling centered, balanced and aligned. I will definitely be going back to try her other services. I would highly recommend treatment with this practitioner. You won't regret it! read more