About Us

“Never discourage anyone who continually makes progress, no matter how slow.”
~ Plato

We each make our own appointments, so please contact each therapist directly

We offer a variety of services to better serve you…

Marisa Laursen, B.S., C.A.S., P.K.S.
Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist
Pancha Karma Specialist

Marisa Laursen is a graduate of the California College of Ayurveda, a California state-approved college for the study of Ayurveda, where she is now a member of the teaching faculty. Through her studies at CCA, Marisa earned certification as a Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist and Pancha Karma Specialist. In addition, Marisa supervises and mentors interns from CCA.

CCA meets or exceeds the educational guidelines of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association and the California Association of Ayurvedic Medicine. Graduates of CCA are considered the most highly trained practitioners in the field of Ayurveda in the United States.

Marisa has also earned certification from the American Institute of Vedic Studies, she has a B.S. degree in Human Services, is a certified yoga instructor, practices Reiki (Level III), and has earned certification in pulse diagnosis.

Marisa offers individual Ayurvedic consultations, and works closely with her clients to help them achieve and maintain health and harmony in body, mind and consciousness.

Marisa believes that, in addition to her clinical practice, a significant part of her mission is to educate others on health and wellness, and she is available for speaking engagements at organizations, businesses, schools, etc.

According to Marisa, "Ayurveda has an unbroken record of clinical experience going back to the dawn of human history for one very important reason: it works. As a Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist, I apply the profound principles discovered by ancient sages to today's world, helping people to achieve optimal health and well-being.

I consider it my utmost priority to help my clients to become their own self-aware healer. All around us, the tools to do so are at our disposal; all that is required is the knowledge to recognize them and the willingness to apply them. Assisting clients on this journey is my honor and privilege, and one of my greatest sources of joy."

Cynthia Pounds, Reiki Master/Teacher
Attunements/Private Sessions

Cynthia Pounds, RN is a holistic nurse practitioner and Reiki Master Teacher. She has 20 years experience in western medicine modalities and 10 years experience in eastern traditions. Cynthia is fully trained at the Master/Teacher level in the Usui Tibetan tradition. She has additional training in Essene healing techniques, light, color and aroma therapy. Currently, Cynthia is enrolled at the California College of Ayurveda, where she is furthering her studies by learning the profound healing wisdom of Ayurveda.

Cynthia is available for Reiki healing sessions, and is qualified to offer Reiki attunements to students who wish to learn Reiki. She is a gifted healer and teacher and is highly praised by her clients and by her students.

Experience Reiki and be empowered by the gift of healing touch!

Laureen Tweed
Certified Ayurvedic Medicine Practitioner
Ayurvedic Body Therapies

Laureen Tweed is a Certified Ayurvedic Medicine Practitioner, and was one of the first graduates from the American University of Complementary Medicine in Los Angeles. In addition, Laureen is a Reiki Master, she holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Holistic Nutrition, and is studying for a Masters degree in Holistic Nutrition. She is also a licensed massage therapist and is a member of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association and the California Association of Ayurvedic Medicine.

Laureen is passionate about Ayurveda, and has a special gift for hands-on therapies (abhyanga, shirodhara, pancha karma, etc.). She devotes herself fully to each and every client, creating customized medicated oils for use with her clients and connecting intuitively with them to understand their needs.

Valentina Bradley, CMT, LE
Certified Massage Therapist, Licensed Esthetician

Valentina graduated from Southern California School of Massage in 2000, where she studied Swedish and Deep Tissue massage techniques as well as Reflexology and Aromatherapy. She went on to study with Naturopath Dr. Phillip Salinsky, founder of the Institute for Holistic Studies. There she studied Touch for Health techniques, acupressure, and further developed her intuitive touch.

Valentina is also a Licensed Esthetician. She insists on caring for our largest organ, the skin, with organic nutrients that heal, rather than the fillers and preservatives that are commonplace in today's spa facials. Above all else she believes in the power of touch and approaching each individual with love and compassion.

The Healer Within

Ultimately, Ayurveda is a path of self-healing. Each of us carries within us the inner knowing of what will bring us to health and harmony, and what will lead us to disease and disharmony. Ayurveda provides the tools, the time-honored wisdom, and a well-traveled path to help each of us find our own personal pathway towards health and well-being. By learning how to keep ourselves healthy and balanced, we become empowered to take charge of our own health, knowledge that we can carry with us for the rest of our lives.