Fostering Balance with Food and Lifestyle Practices
w/Ayurvedic Health counselor Samantha Isenberger
Ayurveda came into my life in a deeper way when overwhelm, anxiety and the beginning of peri-menopause was getting the best of me. The many demands and changes had me spiraling outward and reacting to life in a way that was depleting to my nervous system. Offering massage therapy for many years, naturally the doorway to Ayurveda was through learning Abhyanga which is a full body warm oil massage treatment. Oil/Snehana also means love. A soothing, nourishing balm for the nervous system helped change my perception, soften my reactivity and increase my ability to be present. Slowly and steadily. Since 2018, I have dedicated many hours to deepening studies with many gifted teachers in the Vasant Lad lineage. With lots of hours of practice on myself, I am so honored to now offer these practices that have fostered deeper love and support as I journey on…..May they offer the same for you. OM
ayur (life) and veda (knowledge or science):
ancient health wisdom tradition from India that offers powerful tools and insights to cultivate balance in body, mind, and spirit and is unique for each being.
Ayurvedic Health Counseling:
This offering supports a deepening inner call to bring in lifestyle and food practices that foster increased balance to the whole being. A thorough intake form will be completed before our first session together and create the foundation to move from. During our first session we will spend around 90 minutes going over detailed health history and utilizing pulse assessment to determine your constitution so that I can further understand how to best support health concerns and goals. After our time together, I will create personalized food and lifestyle recommendations that we will walk through together. We will also have 2 follow up 30minute check ins to see how things are going and allow space for any questions/deepening support.
~$240( 1-90min+ 2-30min follow up)
Ayurvedic Bodywork:
~Abhyanga:
A head to toe classic treatment that is deeply nourishing, relaxing, and soothing to the nervous system. Warm oil is applied to the skin in a rhythmic pattern that helps restore flow of vital energy(prana) , increases lymphatic circulation, draws out impurities and increases immunity. Your body and mind will experience deep stillness and peace during this treatment. Please be prepared to wear clothing that you won’t mind being oily after treatment or you will have the option to shower post treatment.
~ $128~75 min
~Vishesh:
A similar treatment to Abhyanga with more vigorous strokes to stimulate lymphatic flow, break up adhesions and restore compromised circulation.
~$138~75min
Marma Balancing Treatment:
A full body sequence with focus on special points or gateways that serve as a doorway between body, mind and soul. Using light and subtle touch the treatment fosters deep relaxation and a deep sense of calm and rejuvenation.
~$128 ~75min
Hrid Basti:
This is a deeply subtle and profound therapeutic treatment for the heart. A whole wheat flour dam is placed on the heart space and filled with warm oil. This treatment strengthens the heart muscle, supports heart function and can help move stagnant energy and emotions allowing pure love to flow.
(Gluten free flour can be used for gluten sensitivity)
~$95~ 45min
~ add on~25min~ $45
Kati Basti:
This is a restorative treatment for the lumbosacral/low back region to help with low back pain, slipped discs, sciatica and arthritis affecting the spine. A whole wheat flow dam is placed in the low back region and filled with warm herbal oil. The oil penetrates deeply into the tissues soothing and bathing the vertebrae, nerves and muscles.
~$95~45 min
~add on~ 25min~$45
Shirodhara:
This is a mind balancing treatment and profoundly relaxing. Brainwaves slow and a state of ease is supported in the mind. Warm oil is poured slowly in a continuous stream across the forehead soothing the central nervous system and allowing healing to take place.
~$145~75min
~add on~45min~$80
~Yoga Nidra:a guided awareness practice to support setting an intention and deeper calm before receiving a treatment~
~20min~$18
Additional add-ons:
Offerings to support integration and reflection post treatment allowing time to BE with the medicine in a beautiful calm space. Must be arranged at time of scheduling appointment.
~Kitchari lunch: post treatment offering of nourishing kithcari ~$15
~Tea: herbal, green or chai ~$8
Cancellation Policy:
~24 hour notice requested for cancellation or rescheduled appointment
~In case of late cancellation a fee of half of treatment price will be due
~Thank you for your understanding and support
Teachers:
~Dr. Vasant Lad ~Ayurvedic Center VT~Kaya Mindlin~Hilary Garivaltis and more *
Certifications:
Abhyanga, Vishesh, Marma Balancing -Kripalu
Shirodhara, Basti, Ayurvedic Health Counselor-Ayurvedic Center of VT
+ Nationally Certified Massage Therapist for 15 years
Located in the Kendall Building in downtown Rochester, VT