When I started seeing Elke Savala I had no experience with Ayurveda -- She has taught me so much and there is still so much to learn. It really is a transformation process for me to learn and experience how everything is connected. Elke is such a wonderful healer. I have been using the practices she prescribed to me for 2+ months and I'm now after only 1 month of seeing Elke and 20+ years of taking RX to sleep due to chronic insomnia; I'm off of my RX and sleeping soundly and feeling great. I never thought this was possible until I met Elke. So incredibly grateful to Elke... Elke prescribed treatment specific to my dosha and I've been following it and I'm beyond grateful that it works. I'm not going to lie, it takes time and preparation but her methods do work. I've also been seeing Elke for massages and leave there feeling refreshed and renewed. She uses many different techniques on me depending on the goal we are working on for that day. I now consider Elke as one of the key tools to connecting my mind and body. Lastly, Elke is a very kind and gentle person that I am grateful to have in in my life. read more

I learned a lot from the visit and it's obvious she cares deeply about what she does. She provided lots of information on ways to improve my health and I am slowly making the changes. I already feel much better and can hear a quiet voice within saying "thank you" read more

I have seek professional help in different continents trying to see how I can heal myself but Elke Savala was the only person to help me get back on track. I have consulted with Elke about my diet, traumatic experiences, anxiety, etc. She has gone above and beyond helping me get through the darkest part of my life. I highly recommend Elke to anyone seeking changes from physical, mental to spiritual journey in their life. read more

Elke Savala is an incredible Holistic Healer. After a painful back injury she was able to get me up and running with Ayurvedic massage and bodywork. As part of an Ayurvedic Consultation, she recommended herbal remedies that where very helpful too. Elke is one of the best Practitioners of Ayurveda and massage therapy in the bay area, I give here the highest rating! Elke's website shaktihealing.com is also very informative. read more

Strong, intuitive. Nurturing nutrition tips. Ayurveda Queen. read more

I have been going to Elke for over 3 yrs now and finally I decided to put my selfish motives of keeping her to myself, aside....and doing the right thing, which is give her the praise that she truly deserves!!! She is knowledgeable, patient, thorough. Her prices are very reasonable. I have always felt great after her treatments including the extensive not so easy panchakarma. She has always given me way more time than she has charged for. She practices out of her home that is very cozy and clean. I highly recommend her:-)) read more

When I started seeing Elke Savala I had no experience with Ayurveda -- and I had never even had a massage! I didn't know what I was missing. I have had a series of massages and treatments over the past couple of years with Elke and they have been wonderful. You leave with a whole new lease on life. The full oil massage is a revelation, and I recommend that a newbie start with that, and a consultation. Elke is not a clock-watcher and really cares about her clients. She is clearly not in it for the money You can tell that right away. She is a skilled practitioner and incredibly intuitive. She sees a client as a whole person. Elke also practices color puncture, something that's popular in Europe but difficult to find in the US. I highly recommend her services! read more

Elke is an incredible important part of my life. I go once a month, and have for about year. I feel like I get an amazing and important tune up every time I go. I have done Pancha Karma and then monthly maintance massages with her. Thanks to her I feel balanced and energized. She has deep knowledge about healing - she is constantly teaching me new techniques to keep my body, mind and spirit in balance. If I come to her really jacked up in my body or mind, she knows what to say and do in order to help me get balanced again. Her massages are amazing, she is a true professional. There would be a huge hole in my life without Elke. read more

Elke is truly amazing and totally dedicated to her work. She treats the whole person body mind and spirit, and has been instrumental in my holistic recovery from cancer. I see her regularly and she keeps me tuned up. I had not heard of Ayurveda before I met her and she has allowed me to understand that ancient system which has real relevance to our current daily life. Check her website shaktihealing.com. Highly recommended!! read more

All I can say is I wish I met Elke sooner. I had a Panchakarma with her and again I wish I've done it the first time I met her. It changed my life and my overall well-being. Her service affects all the aspects of your life. All of a sudden I started to eat healthy, my upper back pain subsides and my spiritual life has improved. She is very knowledgeable on Ayurveda thus you will learn a lot from her on that aspect. Her price is very affordable considering the top notch service you will get and to me it's priceless. If you are able to do so don't wait schedule an appointment with her either call or email her she'll respond to you quickly. I hope you'll be able to surpass my experience with her by taking care of yourself with Elke's knowledge and guidance. Also, leave her a review after you see her so many people can know about her especially during this critical time. God bless her business and to you who is reading this. Thank you, Elke. read more

I have been going to Elke Savala over the last few years for therapeutic massage, Ayurveda and other holistic services - yoga instruction, nutritional counseling and energy work. I've always been impressed by Elke's extremely high level of skill, her scope of knowledge on the subject of alternative medicine and her ability to focus. Elke brings an unusual and powerful healing presence to her bodywork. Her technique and touch is the BEST (that I've ever experienced). Though she is very strong, she has always been sensitive to my body's limits and comfort level. I have felt amazing after each and every session I had with her - like a weight was lifted off my shoulders and entire body. My energy always feels remarkably lighter and more clear after our sessions too. The one-on-one yoga instruction was really helpful, and made a difference in easing my back discomfort as well as (unexpectedly), in me getting a better night's sleep than I'd previously had in a few months. Last but not least Elke has given me useful tips in healthier eating, and I wholeheartedly recommend her Ayurvedic cooking - she is a wonderful whole foods cook who makes organic vegetarian meals according to your individual needs and constitution - they were nutritious and really yummy! Elke is a multi-faceted healer who is versed in many aspects of holistic healing wisdom - and whatever type treatments or services she provides, will be excellent and well-worth her comparatively modest prices. read more

It truly has been an amazing experience. Elke is one of the most genuine and sincere human beings I know. I could tell when I met her, that she was extremely knowledgeable and talented. I was skeptical about Ayurveda, but Elke is making the transition to a healthier lifestyles comfortable and at a manageable pace. She is helping us understand the benefits to our physical and mental well-being in addition to showing us great and affordable ways to substitute food items. The massage techniques and knowledge of the total body and mind is outstanding. I would recommend Elke to anyone! read more

Elke Savala has defiantly the healing energy that flows through her in the holistic Ayurvedic approach. Highly recommended! I came to her while diagnosed with Bell's palsy and she was very thorough, genuine and caring. She read my pulse, figured out my specific body constitution and personalized a diet along with Vedic herbs and medicated oils etc. she's been an integral part of my healing process and am extremely thankful to have come across her practice. read more

I went to Elke for an Ayurvedic massage and facial for my birthday. I've had several Ayurvedic massages from others in the past and this was definitely a unique and amazing experience. She played singing bowls on my body, which felt soooooo good. She also did hot stone work which I loved. These are both things I hadn't experienced during an Ayurvedic massage in the past. I'm actually someone who can't do normal massages because they hurt me, but this was really just incredible. The facial was excellent too. I felt unbelievably blissed out all day and night after my treatment. I highly recommend her. read more

Okay so I was getting burnt out with writing reviews on Yelp and I decided to stop for awhile. Now my new rule is I'm going to Yelp if I believe the place of business deserves 5 stars or 2 stars. Well I am coming out of hibernation for Shakti Healing and Elke. Like the previous reviewer, she is right. Elke is the best holistic practitioner and healer in the Bay Area. I found Elke through my massage therapist who recommend me to go see her since I was looking for some alternative medicine treatments to cleanse and clear my mind. Her knowledge with herbs and Ayurvedic healing is incredible! I went through, with her guidance, on a 9 day Pancha Karma cleanse treatment and lost some weight while seeing all the toxins and all the bad bacteria come out of me. It was the most rejuvenating experience for my mind and body and I would recommend anyone who is looking to clear their mind and unclog any channels they may have with their bodies with Elke. I do forewarn you that the treatment is intense but if you can stick with it all the way through, you will see and feel a big difference. I don't know why others that have gone to her has not Yelped her but maybe it's because she is the best kept secret to holistic medicine. read more

I've been seeing Elke regularly for about a year, and I can defintely say she's helped me improve the quality of my life. Ayurvedic massage is fantastic, but that's just the beginning. She's also guided me on managing stress and improving my diet. She is very generous with her time and her advice is rock solid. read more

Elke Savala is truly a healer. I have been getting Ayurvedic treatments from her for years and she has been a godsend. She combines different styles of massage according to your needs. In addition, if you are interested in herbal remedies, diet, and other health issues, Elke is very experienced and has extensive training in different modalities. Her website is shaktihealing.com. read more

Shakti Healing is a hidden gem. The massages from Elke are so great that I am willing to cross the bridge for them. Elke always has the newest technologies and knows what I need. I would absolutely recommend her! Hard to find an energy healer as good as her. read more

I highly recommend Elke for your pets. Though she is not a vet, she is a good person to consult if you are interested in exploring Ayurveda principles that can be applied to animals. I had called Elke based on the positive yelp reviews, to see if she could help my dog who suffers from allergies. She came to my house and brought with her natural gels, oils and herbs, and applied those to my dog's itchy skin. He definitely benefited from the treatment and recommendations Elke made. She took detailed notes of everything I do for my dog, including what cleaners and detergents I use in my home. She keeps it simple, and she doesn't try to sell you any products, which I really appreciate. read more

My wife has been seeing Elke since the past three years. She has given my wife some sound life style modification techniques, which have helped through life transitions. read more

Yes I agree with the other reviewers; Elke is the best kept secret in Bay Area holistic medicine. I had to locate her by googling and now that I have found her I am going to stick with her. Her treatments are exquisite, her knowledge is extensive, her care is incomparable. She never ceases to amaze me and I have never come across a health practicioner with such eye for detail - and at very reasonable rates. Elke is the real thing!!! read more

Her unusually huge range of knowledge/disciplines, depth of experience, and astute insights helped me very very much. I still continuously rely on many things she taught me. I think of her as the Dr. House of alternative practitioners. Like him, she's THE top notch expert, and she can be a little teacherly occasionally, but she's a very sweet person. read more