Professional Bio –
Sandhiya Ramaswamy MBA CAS PKS
Sandhiya Ramaswamy
is a Professional member of the National Ayurveda Medical Association at the Ayurvedic Doctor level, and a faculty member at the California College of Ayurveda. For nearly a decade, she has led hundreds of clients, students, and community members in experiencing the transformative power of Ayurveda. Sandhiya brings a deep passion and spirited nature to her work making her one of the most sought-after practitioners in Southern California. Along with her MBA and corporate experiences, she brings a well-rounded perspective to the principles of this ancient medicine with a blend of certifications in yoga (RYT 200), Thai massage, and culinary arts. Her insight and expertise have been featured on Deepak Chopra’s widely followed Chopra Center articles, local California publications, and on popular podcasts and radio shows. She is a regular speaker at mind, body wellness conferences, and events.
Education & Credentials
Ayurveda
- California College of Ayurveda, 2011
Clinical Ayurveda Specialist
Panchakarma Specialist
- Ayurvedic Institute – Dr. Vasant Lad
Secrets of the Pulse 2016
Marma Therapy 2016
Secrets of the Chakras 2010
Reiki
- Completed 2 levels Reiki 1 and 2, 2014
Yoga & Meditation
- Center for Yoga – Johnny Kest, 100-hour training, 1998
- White Lotus Foundation – Ganga and Tracey Rich, 200-hour training, 2008
- Taught Yoga in various studios and in private practice from 1998 onwards
- Current – teaches Yoga at Dharma House Yoga
- Therapeutic Yoga – Cheri Clampett and Arturo Peal, 2014
- Yoga Nidra Teacher Certification, 2015
- Presently guides clients through group and private Yoga Nidra practice
- Meditation student of Sally Kempton
Experience
Practitioner
- Ayurveda Practitioner since 2011
- Private practice (Alchemy Ayurveda, formerly known as Green Lotus Wellness)
Ayurveda consultant since 2014
- Be The Change Yoga Studio, Irvine
- Yoga Shakti, Irvine
Speaker at Conferences (Invitation)
- Mindful Her Women’s Conference – 2015 and 2016
- City of Hope Cancer Retreat Fundraiser – 2015
- Sivananda Ashram, Bahamas – 4 day Ayurveda Program – 2016 and 2017
Teacher
- California College of Ayurveda – Master Teacher & Internship Supervisor (2010 – present)
- Yoga on High Teacher Training Institute (Columbus, Ohio) – 2015-2016 – Trained the teachers and taught the first level of Ayurveda courses
Ayurveda Educator for Yoga Teacher Training Programs
- Be The Change Yoga
- Yoga Shakti
- Sound Method Yoga
- Cloud Nine Yoga Teacher Training Program
- Jamie Hanson’s Yoga Teacher Training Program
- I Heart Yoga Teacher Training Program
Cooking
- Private instruction since 2012
- Group cooking classes since 2014 at various venues including
T-Spoons
Spice Merchants
Savory Spice shop<
Center by Pure Love Yoga
Yoga on High
Private homes and gatherings
Interviews & Articles
Contributor at The Chopra Center
3 Strategies to Remain Centered During the Holidays
Staying centered on a normal day is hard enough, but during the holidays it’s almost impossible. Even with too many people, too much food, and not enough time, these three tips will keep you calm and relaxed. Read More
5 Dishes to Make Your Thanksgiving Vegan
Although Thanksgiving dinner may call to mind images of turkeys and hams, you can celebrate the holiday’s flavors by loading up on vegan dishes that celebrate the six tastes of Ayurveda. Read More
5 Vata-Balancing Strategies for Fall
In fall, it is important to maintain a balance of Vata’s light, cold, mobile, and dry qualities. A focus on specific warm and comforting foods, self-massage, aromatherapy, yoga, and chakra meditations, can help you stay even and grounded.Read More
6 Benefits of Turmeric—The Queen of Spices
Turmeric has six scientifically-proven benefits including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-cancer properties, and much more. Learn about this spice’s secrets and then start using it in three featured recipes. Read More
7 Ayurveda Tips to Keep You Cool This Summer
As refreshing as the sunshine and warmth of summer can be after a chilly spring, it’s easy to get off-balance. Keep your Pitta in check with these seven Ayurvedic tips to keep you cool and comfortable. Read More
6 Superstar Spices of Ayurveda, Plus 3 Recipes
Spices are chock full of benefits for your body and go far beyond improving the taste of your favorite foods and beverages. These six spices can be used in everyday cooking or as teas. Also enjoy three recipes! Read More
5 Vegan and Gluten-Free Cooling Summer Recipes
The focus on keeping cool in summer is often on the exterior—light clothing, fans, and air conditioning are all helpful tools. But you can also focus on keeping cool by eating cooling foods and enjoying cooling drinks. Read More
5 Ayurvedic Detox Tips for Spring
If you don’t already have a daily detox routine, spring is a great time to adopt one. Here are five things you can do to make yourself feel lighter and more energized as you head into the warmer months. Read More
The Benefits of Ayurveda Self-Massage “Abhyanga”
There is no greater expression of self-love than anointing ourselves from head to toe with warm oil—this practice is called Abyanga. A daily Abyanga practice restores the balance of the doshas and enhances well-being and longevity. Read More
The Health-Conscious Cookbook: Cooling Summer Recipes
One way to counteract the hot summer days is to include more juicy, cooling foods in your diet, and limit heating foods. Learn which foods are cool in nature, which are hot, and find three easy, cooling summer recipes perfect for stand-alone dishes or together as a well-balanced meal. Read More
Interviews
- Inner Journey with Greg Friedman – How Ayurveda Saved my life, August 2014. Listen Here
- My Empowered World – Perfect Health, September 2015. Listen Here
- Extreme Health Radio – How Ayurveda Can Help You Be Healthier, Live Longer & Help You Reconnect With Your Purpose, March 2016. Listen Here
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