Ayurveda Integrative Wellness Institute

Amazing… Their Abhyanga treatment is truly a doorway to a better life. Thank you!
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this for anyone who suffers the conglomerate miseries of arthritis, fibromyalgia, IBS, PTSD, chronic fatigue, etc.
After Abhyanga, I had NO PAIN or spasms for FOUR WHOLE DAYS — it was like getting a vacation from my body! (Seriously, I’ve never felt this good after a trip to the beach…)
Even as some of the pain has seeped back into my life, it’s not the same — one pain no longer triggers an all over response or the frustration of dealing with it.
What a wonderful gift to have the chance to see what is possible:
— that it’s not simply some hopeless «inflammatory disease» in my bones or my nerves;
— to be able to see that some of our stresses are bigger than we are & get physically «recorded”/stored in our tissues, requiring physical help to address
— and that it’s also not all in my mind or some failing on my part for not being able to just relax it away through meditation and relaxation techniques!
This gives me the renewed hope and strength to start and keep going with yoga, daily meditation, actual cooking (as oposed to nuking frozen dinners) and a bunch of other healthy things that that seemed too much before.
Wish I had the money to do this every week!
Am saving up for a consultation to see Dr. Lina — if the Abhyanga oil treatment can do this much for arthritis and fibromyalgia pain, maybe there is hope to treat and eliminate the root cause? Tune in next time and see…
Thank you, Gary (and Lisa) for a great treatment!
Thank you, Dr. Lina for making this available in our area!
Nemaste.
And the biggest «Thank You!» to all that is Divine, for bringing this into my life, and pushing it when I was so reluctant. Amen.

I finally scheduled my Groupon to use and they got me in on a Sunday. A relaxing and welcoming environment when you enter. As I filled out forms I was brought a glass of water and treated very professionally.
After changing into a robe and being shown to the treatment room I lay down to let the relaxation begin! Chiayueh Yen was my therapist and she was very nice and very thorough. The scalp and head massage was my favorite part but everything was great and she even offered a few tips at the end to assist with weight loss — which I expressed as a concern.
The steam was unlike anything I had experienced before, in which you lie on the massage table while a tent structure is placed over you. It was great to not have to go into a steam room or share the room with other people. After everything was finished up a khichari soup was waiting. I thoroughly enjoyed my whole experience and will definitely go back!

I became acquainted with Dr Lina Thakar approximately a year ago, when I had several consultations with her about some of my chronic health issues. I have experienced improvement in many areas and am delighted to write an excellent review. The Ayurvedic approach to managing health and wellness is an ancient healing system with its roots in the Indian culture and it differs greatly from traditional western medicine.
As a part of my healing process, I underwent «PanchaKarma,» a detoxifying program that includes a type of oil massage which is a methodical application of customized herb-​infused oils done in a prescribed manner which penetrates the skin to reach different tissue layers and perform healing at a cellular level. This oil massage is not designed or represented in any way to be similar to Swedish, deep tissue or any other of the typical massages that we westerners are accustomed to. I was sorry to read the reviews from clients who weren’t aware of the methods and goals of traditional ayurvedic oil massage, and I believe their disappointment arose from an expectation gap, since it appears that The Ayurveda Wellness Center is delivering exactly what they are describing in their website within the ‘Holistic Spa’ section. In that section, several references are made as to the differences between ayurvedic oil massage and western massage. In addition, clients are advised to leave the oil on their body for several hours afterwards, so it is also an admittedly messy process.
I would recommend this facility to anyone who is searching for alternative and/​or complementary medicine.

It is funny that people are giving bad reviews of the massage they’re receiving, and yet the type of massage they are describing is exactly ayurvedic massage. It is not the same as swedish or deep tissue, a lot of oil is used because it enters the joints and muscles when it is applied and that is where the benefit of ayurvedic massage is.
It seems like people don’t know what they’re getting into.
I have yet to go this this Center but because I can’t just post a note or another type of comment I gave a rating merely based on what I have heard about this place I am very much looking forward to visiting it soon. I will give an actual rating after I do.

Well, my second visit wasn’t as impressive as the first. My Mom and I each decided to try their facial treatment (Mukha Abhyanga). I added on their Pedi Karma, and she added on a mini third eye oil treatment. Since I’d been before, and knew the copious amounts of oil used in the Ayurvedic procedures, I came prepared with two towels to wrap our hair in for the ride home. Although they’re in a new location now, parking was still very easy and the building easy to find.
We were warmly greeted, offered tea, and filled out our forms. We changed into our robes, and relaxed in the back lounge while waiting for the services. The actual service rooms are quite nice, with lovely ceilings to look up at, Indian music playing, and soft lighting.
Unfortunately, I wasn’t really impressed with the either of the treatments I received. The majority of the facial treatment was spent massaging oil into my head and hair. My skin was never closely examined, and we never discussed what type of skin issues I might have. The «steam» portion of the facial consisted of a cold towel being draped on my face for a little bit. There were no extractions, no exfoliation. It was a bummer. The pedi portion was disappointing too. This is probably going to sound weird, but the technique of my therapist/​technician/​practitioner seemed purposeless. Throughout both services. It’s not just that the applied force was weak, but her touch just wasn’t…focused. It was limp and wilted. Basically just like someone aimlessly and gently rubbing your feet or face. Hell, I can get my husband to give me a lackluster foot rub for free.
We ended with eating a traditional lentil soup in the lounge, wrapped our hair up, paid, and went home. It was close to $ 200 per person in the end. It just didn’t feel worth it this time. I had such a good experience the first time, that I will likely try them again, but I’ll request a different person and will steer clear of the Mukha Abhyanga facial treatment. An average 3.5 star rating (my initial 5 star plus this 2 star) is about right.

Not a fan. I have heard a lot of good things about Ayurveda medicine and massages so when Groupon had a special for a massage and a hot steam bath I jumped on it. I would love my money back. I found the place very appealing, however my massage was awful and very unprofessional. I felt that the masseuse had next to zero professional training. In fact, while performing my ‘massage’ he made mention of the fact that he would have no problem performing a breast massage if I’d be interested — not to sound like a prude but I love massages and I often prefer a man masseuse to a woman but I felt that this guys really crossed the line. He poured what felt like an entire bottle of oil on my head which took a few days to wash out. It really was uncomfortable from the start and I was not at all happy with my experience.

I was excited when I came across Ayurveda’s Spa website. I checked it out and it seemed like a dream come true. I could tell it was right up my alley in terms of ALL they have to offer. From mentally, to physically and spiritually– i needed a boost. So i decided to treat myself. I was very excited. I got a leg massage since i run a lot (SO MAD i didnt get the whole body but i WILL be back for it– for sure!)
The atmosphere-​Staff– all was an A++ amazing. You feel at HOME as soon as you enter especially when you take your shoes off at the door! It is decorated so extravagantly and beautifully, i felt almost like i was in a heavenly temple. They give you hot delicious tea while you wait. Then i went and changed into a warm robe and i was hooked from then on! I went in for my PediKarma and my masseuse was very amazing and i would recommend her to anyone. I felt very spoiled:)
This was unlike any other experience. She said a prayer and sang a beautiful sanskrit blessing before we began. i LOVED it. The music in the background was not typical spa music, but like Indian angels in which it took me to another realm. The smells of the hot oils were so soothing and it put my spirit 100% at ease… it was amazing. It also felt so amazing. After my treatment, they gave me DElicious soup– i hung out in their little quiet room and looked over some books on meditation. I could have hung out there all day! Highly recommend:)

For years, I have struggled with my weight and health. After repeatedly being let down by traditional Western medicine, it was time to explore alternative paths. I met with Dr. Lina for a wellness consultation and instantly felt a strong connection. For the first time in my life I felt empowered to take my health and wellness into my own hands. It was a welcome relief to finally be treated by a doctor who doesn’t want her patients to «just pop a pill.»
A few weeks after our consultation, I received my thorough wellness evaluation. Dr. Lina recommended a 10-​day Panchakarma detox program. We broke up my sessions across four weeks. About three weeks after my first five days of Panchakarma, my intense cravings for sweet foods began to subside. By the end of my final five days of Panchakarma, I didn’t want it to end! It’s such a relaxing experience to be in the hands of a doctor who deeply cares for each and every one of her patients and who is a true healer.
In addition to Panchakarma, I have taken a couple of cooking classes with her and I have learned so much about how to properly nourish my body. I actually love cooking now! I also notice how much better my body feels after I eat a fresh, toxin-​free, homemade meal.