Our Team

 
Vaidya (Dr) Priyaa Balaa

BAMS, MSc, LMT, DYN

 has been practicing Ayurveda in the US and India for the past twenty years. She completed her (B.A.M.S) Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery degree from the prestigious Dr M.G.R Medical University, Tamilnadu, India. She has a graduate degree in Psychology from the University of Madras, India and a Diploma in Yoga & Naturopathy. She also studied Acupunture and Acupressure in CBIATC ,Beijing, China and trained in Dr Vora's Accupressure under Dr Ravindran Kannan of Bangalore. Priyaa's unique approach to health integrates the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, marma (energy points), Accupressure, Siddha with naturopathic cleansing, healing and relaxation through yoga & meditation. She is affiliated to SKY (Master -Simplified Kundalini Yoga), New Jersey chapter, AAPNA ( Membership Director -Association of Ayurvedic Professionals of North America), WISE (Research Scientist -World Institute of Scientific Exploration), Maryland, USA and  IUYA (Faculty -International University of Yoga and Ayurveda), Salt Springs, Florida.

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Pari Mudiginty 

R.Ph, M.Pharm, MBA, DAMS

is an Integrative Pharmacist & Ayurvedic Practitioner passionate about educating and helping people achieve vibrant health. She holds a Bachelors and Masters degree in Pharmacy from Goa College of Pharmacy, India, MBA from Fairleigh Dickinson University, NJ and a Diploma in Ayurveda Medical Science (D.A.M.S) from BSS College, Chennai, India.  Prior to establishing Ayurvedashram, she practiced as a registered pharmacist and Pharmacy Manager in New Jersey. Focusing on evidence-based research, she integrates her expertise in medication and disease state management with Ayurvedic principles and solutions.  She speaks on mind-body wellness at corporate seminars and workshops.  Pari is former Member, Executive Committee, Council for Ayurveda Research (CAR), USA, Research Scientist, World Institute for Scientific Exploration (WISE) and former Associate Editor, Ayurveda Journal of Health (AJH), USA. Including her work, Pari enjoys being with family, in nature, creative DIY projects and meditation.   

Aruna Ramesh 

 Aruna has been with Ayurvedashram for the past 5 years closely working with Vaidya Priya. She is currently pursuing Ayurvedic Doctor (AD) program from Kerala Ayurveda Academy. She is passionate about healing through holistic practices offering lifestyle guidelines, herbal formulations, natural remedies, mindfulness,  thus providing a positive outlook. 

Shilpa Jain

Sarah Ingram

Sarah has been a Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist in the state of New Jersey since 2017.  She has studied and taken courses in Healing from the Core®, Upledger CranioSacral Therapy (CST), Somatic Experiencing® (SE™) and Pranic Healing.

Sarah's interest in studying holistic health modalities came about after experiencing her own health challenges at a very young age. As she began healing, she wanted to serve others who were going through similar challenges (that include anxiety, depression, trauma and chronic illness) and has done so through massage and bodywork therapy.  Sarah has loved offering Ayurveda Therapies at Ayurvedashram and is currently pursuing  "Ayurvedic Health Counselor" certification through "Kerala Ayurveda Academy",

Including her work, Sarah enjoys hikes, lots of reading, dance, playing with her dog Lola, and yoga and meditation practice."