Therapy At Verite
Integrated Ayurvedic, Acupressure, Deep Tissue &Heart Healing Massage
Integrated Ayurvedic Deep Tissue Massage
A massage that integrates elements from Acupressure (application of pressure on specific points on the body), Deep Tissue (sustained, slow, deep strokes to target the inner layers of muscles and connective tissues) and Heart Healing (a gentle, relaxing technique that improves the delivery of oxygen to the heart).
About The Therapist
Raja is a dedicated healing arts practitioner and teacher who grew up immersed in Auroville s spiritual and Integral Yoga culture. His journey into the healing arts began with learning Varma Kalai from his grandfather, continuing a family legacy of traditional healing practices. Raja has since specialized in Ayurvedic Acupressure, Deep Tissue Massage, and Hawaiian Heart-Healing Massage, with over 15 years of experience.
In addition to his dedication to the healing arts, Raja is deeply passionate about movement. He began studying Kalaripayattu and Yoga in 2005, and his academic credentials include a Diploma in Movement Arts and Mixed Media from the Attakkalari Centre for Movement Arts in Bangalore, along with a Master’s in Electronic Media from Pondicherry University. He has trained in Capoeira, Latin, and Contemporary Dance and is a certified Zumba instructor. Raja has performed Kalaripayattu in its contemporary form across cities such as Pondicherry, Chennai, Cochin, Hyderabad, and Bangalore. Since 2013, Raja has been teaching Kalaripayattu and Yoga in Auroville. Committed to holistic wellness, he integrates sound healing, traditional bodywork, and movement arts to serve and uplift his community, inspiring others on their own journeys of well-being and self-discovery.
Healing Sound Bath with Tuning Forks
Healing Sound Bath with Tuning Forks
Sound Healing is a gentle yet powerful method to help you reconnect with your own innate high-level vibration. The vibration of the tuning forks and Tibetan bowls helps to recalibrate and free blocked energy, balance the right and left brain, and harmonize the chakras. This resonance supports the recalibration of our energy system, allowing creativity and peace to flow.
About The Therapist:
Satyayuga is an Aurovilian who has been practicing Yoga and Sound Healing Therapy for several years. With 10 years of experience in Tibetan bowls, gongs, and sound therapy, he has self-taught through books, videos, and cymatics courses. He has facilitated group sessions for over a year and holds certifications in Ayurvedic and Reiki Level 2 massage. His practice incorporates marmas and nadis, and he continually refines his skills, using keen auditory sensitivity to ensure precision in his sound healing work.
Holistic Face and Neck Massage Therapy
Holistic Face and Neck Massage Therapy
A slow, grounding & nurturing experience that aims to relax the whole body and calm the mind while rejuvenating the face.
The session is a blend of sensory tools including:
Neck / shoulder stretches (if needed)
Guided breathwork (slow breathing and gentle humming)
Aromatic essential oils
Elements of sound & music
Oil massage along key energetic points and pathways informed by Ayurvedic Marma points and Traditional Chinese Medicine meridians, as well as the use of Gua Sha combs to support circulation and release fascial tension
Lymphatic drainage through massage along lymph nodes & channels
(This is a slow, grounding, and nurturing experience designed to deeply relax the entire body, calm the mind, and rejuvenate the face. The session gently weaves together a range of sensory and therapeutic tools, including neck and shoulder stretches when needed, guided breathwork with slow breathing and gentle humming, and the use of aromatic essential oils. Elements of sound and music further support relaxation, while oil massage is applied along key energetic points and pathways inspired by Ayurvedic Marma points and Traditional Chinese Medicine meridians. Gua Sha combs are also used to enhance circulation and release fascial tension, complemented by lymphatic drainage techniques along lymph nodes and channels to support detoxification and overall balance.)
Guidelines/What to Expect:
You will be requested to wash your face and neck before the session; please avoid wearing makeup.
Jewellery and accessories in the face, head, and neck region will need to be removed.
Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. The neck & shoulder region will be uncovered & a cloth will be used to cover the chest.
If you have any known allergies, kindly inform us at the time of registration.
Pressure varies from gentle to firm and is applied mainly to the face, neck, head, and at times the hands, concluding with grounding points on the feet.
An eye pillow is placed over the eyes, and the session ends with live rhythmic music to gently bring you back into an aware yet relaxed state.
Contraindications: This session is not recommended in cases of active acne eruptions or known allergies to face serums, body oils, essential oils, incense. Please inform us in advance so we can assess suitability.
Benefits
Relieves stiffness in clenched jaws, bruxism, migraines, recurring headaches
Eases eye strain and tension around the eyes and temples
Reduces neck and shoulder tightness
Symptomatic relief from sinusitis / sinus congestion related issues
Promotes increased microcirculation of blood in the upper body
Rejuvenates the sense organs, enhancing sensory perception
Who This Session Is Ideal For
This session is particularly beneficial for those seeking nervous system relaxation through nurturing, feminine touch, as well as those experiencing migraines, sinus congestion, jaw tension, neck and shoulder stiffness, eye strain, or fatigue from prolonged screen time.
Post-Session Care
To integrate maximum benefits from this work, it is highly recommended to :
Ease out of the session into a slow, relaxed day
Hydrate well through juices or herbal teas
Sleep a couple of hours more than usual
About The Therapist:
Dr Mamta is a former dentist who took up an Advanced Yoga Teachers Training (900 hr) in Mumbai. She came to Auroville to learn & practice holistic healing & alternative forms of medicine & wellness-based practices.
Blending modern scientific knowledge with ancient yogic wisdom, she has developed this unique therapy with a sincere hope to assist the evolution of humanity & their integral transformation.
In addition to his dedication to the healing arts, Raja is deeply passionate about movement. He began studying Kalaripayattu and Yoga in 2005, and his academic credentials include a Diploma in Movement Arts and Mixed Media from the Attakkalari Centre for Movement Arts in Bangalore, along with a Master’s in Electronic Media from Pondicherry University. He has trained in Capoeira, Latin, and Contemporary Dance and is a certified Zumba instructor. Raja has performed Kalaripayattu in its contemporary form across cities such as Pondicherry, Chennai, Cochin, Hyderabad, and Bangalore. Since 2013, Raja has been teaching Kalaripayattu and Yoga in Auroville. Committed to holistic wellness, he integrates sound healing, traditional bodywork, and movement arts to serve and uplift his community, inspiring others on their own journeys of well-being and self-discovery.
