Avani Sukhadia
- Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner
- Certified Holistic Health Practitioner
- Licensed Massage Therapist
“Growing up in a family of physicians and healers,at an early age I developed a natural instinct to care for the health of those around me, and to ease the suffering of those in pain. My family’s deep spirituality and celebration of our Indian heritage, ingrained in me a deep respect and understanding of Hindu/Vedic traditions. These two greatly defining aspects of my life are beautifully expressed in my profession, my passion, Ayurveda.”
Avani grew up living with traditional Ayurvedic principles at home with her family. She has been formallystudying and practicing Holistic Medicine since 1998. S has trained with the most respected teachers/gurus in the field including Dr. Vasant Lad, Dr. Mahadavan, Vaidya Ramakant Mishra, Swami Sadashiva Tirtha, and Bharat Shukla. Avani is a graduate of New York University, The School of Healing Arts, and the American School of Ayurveda.
Education and Experience Details
EDUCATION
International Vedic Institutes’ School of Ayurveda
Ayurveda Practitioner Certificate:
Full Residential Course & Clinical Internship
2002
The Ayurvedic Institute – Albuquerque, NM
- Marma Point Therapy Certified – 2010
- Ayurvedic Herbology Certified – 2002
- Pancha Karma Practitioner Certified -2001
- Ayurvedic Pulse Reading Certified – 2001
- Subtle Ayurvedic Therapies Certified – 2001
School of Healing Arts – San Diego, CA
Holistic Health Practitioner Degree – 1000 Hour Program
2001
Arsha Vidhya Gurukulam, Institute of Vedanta & Sanskrit – Saylorsburg, PA
Ayurvedic Medicine Intensive
Traditional Home Remedies & Ayurvedic Cooking
2000
Pacific College of Oriental Medicine – San Diego, CA
Traditional Chinese Medicine Theory (1 yr course)
Acupressure and Chinese Massage Techniques
1999
New York University – Manhattan, NY
Bachelors of Arts, Pre-Medical program, World History Major
Dean’s list Distinction
1997
Arsha Dharma Kulam, Center of Vedic Culture – Staten Island, NY
Vedic Religion & Dharma Shastra
Completion of 4 yr Teenagers’ Course
1991
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2006- Present
Authentic Ayurveda of Sedona, LLC – Sedona, AZ
Holistic Health Center & Spa
Owner, Practitioner
2002– Present
Healing Hands Holistic Health Center – Staten Island, NY
Ayurveda Spa
Owner, Practitioner
2006- Present
7 Centers Yoga Arts – Sedona, AZ
Ayurvedic Educator for Yoga Teacher Training Courses
2000-2001
Mirabella Mansoori Day Spa – San Diego, CA
Ayurvedic Spa Therapies
1999
La Costa Resort & Spa – La Costa, CA
Spa Technician