The massage therapists at Healing Sanctuary have magic up their sleeves... after my massage I am…read morefeeling relaxed & renewed! The whole experience from check in with friendly staff, essential oil and heated bed to a rejuvenating massage was lovely. My muscles were so tight when I came in - I think I can actually stand up taller now! My massage therapist even took the time to teach me stretches to help relieve pain afterwards. I love that Healing Sanctuary is passionate about healing and sharing how to better listen to our bodies. I can't wait to try their other services!

From the owner: We provide holistic and clinically-based services in a tranquil nature-inspired setting in Exton,…read morePA. We believe a peaceful setting is as important as the skill of our practitioners in the healing process. Our services include: massage therapy, energy healing/Reiki, mindfulness & meditation instruction, sound healing, and life/Enneagram coaching. The Healing Sanctuary is committed to partnering with medical and holistic providers to create a comprehensive approach to client wellness. Our in-house partners provide services in acupuncture, pelvic floor physical therapy/women’s health, and homeopathy. Best of Chester County 2020, 2021 & 2022 Best Massage Therapy

Denise and Nick Yocco who own 7 Stones Cafe (fabulous La Colombe Coffee), 7 Stones gift shop…read more(upstairs) and now (2 years already) Heart Space at Seven Stones are such a welcome part of the Media community. Heart space is a calming, open multi-purpose workspace where they offer yoga, drum circles (once a month - fantastic), medidation, aromatherapy, massage (rates and times vary by practitioner) and many other holistic modalities. I love coming here and I love the space. It's a peaceful, relaxing, welcoming space - complete with a heart shaped labrynth on the floor. Well done!

-Stay away- The staff refuses to pick up the phone or call back. We have been trying to get ahold…read moreof a doctor or front desk to obtain our medical records and left multiple messages. They push every incoming call to a call center. Do not expect professionalism from woodlands healing research while in their care.

So sad as this practice came HIGHLY recommended to us from dear friends who have seen Dr. Kroch for…read moreyears. However, from the very get go, the front desk staff was cold and rude. The only saving grace to this place is their Physician Assistant cannot remember her name but she gave more time in the waiting room than the actual doctor gave in the exam room. As a first time mom, Dr. Catelano was cold and seemed to be in a rush, not open to being understanding with a new mom. He also seemed embarrassed to be near a nursing mom. Had to call the Woodlands office and they finally called back...THREE WEEKS LATER!!! Needless to say, this office will not be on any recommendation list! Concerned clients; Zoë & baby Jack Crispin.

I had never tried reiki before I met Marie. She did an excellent job explaining both the scientific…read moreand more ethereal sides of the practice, and I decided to try a first session, just to see how I felt. I arrived at her office a few minutes ahead of my appointment and filled out the necessary paperwork. The waiting room has plush furniture, smells beautiful and has soft lighting. When it was time to begin, I entered the room with a table (similar to a massage table.) The natural light pouring through the windows, calming music and lovely and minmalistic decor all added to the feeling of peace I felt immediately. I laid face up, got comfortable and the session began. Since we had talked about what to expect, I felt prepared for the hands held over points of my body (not touching), and some of what was said (some statements, some questions that are a brief conversation between her and I). But I was not prepared for the intense feelings I experienced - like glowing light radiating from my core, a soft, warm blanket enveloping my body, the feeling of my breath in my chest and my heart beat and blood in my veins more significant - both physically and mentally. The entire experience lasted about 90 minutes, but it felt more like 30-40. I was never unconscious, but felt close to a dream-like state for much of the session. Marie's voice was soothing and she herself exudes a bright energy that is both calming and invigorating. I honestly can say that the first session has already helped me. I feel more centered, more in tune with my body, more aware of the way my mind is working and how I am connected to my environment. These things are hard to quantify (I feel 60% more aware!) but I can tell you the feeling is like none other. Similar to self care routines of exercise, massage and preventive doctor visits, I will be incorporating reiki into my routine. I live in Philadelphia, but will gladly make the trip to Swarthmore to visit Marie again soon. If you are considering reiki, this would be a perfect first experience.

I love the atmosphere at Wellness on Park. Marie was lovely. The reiki was an hour long and so…read morerelaxing. I'm new to energy work and have tried a few other types. I'm sure reiki is now my favorite. Marie knows her stuff. She's been doing this for 27 years. She teaches reiki and is very encouraging, telling me anyone can learn and ultimately help themselves. I will be back and I hope to be a student soon too. I recommend a visit to Marie to relax and feel fantastic. You have to try it.

I'm honestly heartbroken that this place is closed, it did a lot for my anxiety and for my muscle…read morerecovery. And it was a great experience overall to just your mind clear. Will be missed.

I had several unused member sessions built up. When I recently went to use them, they were gone…read more The company replied that the sessions had expired. Sessions I PAID for. I asked for my sessions to be put back on my account, and the company stopped responding to my FB inboxes and emails. Sadly, I can no longer recommend Nirvana Float. I gave this place a lot of referrals and I bought so many holiday gift cards over the years. I think they must not care any more :(

I have been interested in taking a class here since they opened about a year ago. I took an evening…read moreguided meditation class that was about 45 minutes. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by the meditation teacher & front desk staff. They offered me a free cup of tea, a magnet with their logo and a tour of the space. The atmosphere was calm, it was beautifully decorated, had lots of resources too-including books and items for sale such as jewelry, t-shirts and crystals. There was light music playing in the background and the smell of incense burning. While waiting for the class to start I was able to sit With the teacher and connect on a more personal level. I left class feeling rejuvenated. The center offers classes for adults and children, reiki healing, & massage therapy. It's truly a one of a kind place in the greater Philadelphia area!

From the owner: Welcome to Sit Meditation Space, your new home away from home, and Philly's first and only modern…read moremeditation studio. We are so excited to offer classes and workshops all relating to the practice of mindfulness meditation, all with the goal of stress relief and self-reflection. We are striving to build a strong sense of community and hope to inspire people to want to "wake up" and shift their collective consciousness, resulting in a happier, more peaceful life for all. We'd be so grateful to have you as part of our community and hope you will come in and help us to create a safe space for one another to explore the various types of meditation techniques and help each other create more silence and stillness in our crazy busy days. We cannot wait for you to experience the incredible benefits and rewards of being mindful and present in the moment. All of our teachers share a vision of what meditation can do for people of all ages, individually and collectively. We've built this space so that people can be free to be themselves and explore what really matters most in their pursuit of happiness, and hope people will want to share their newfound gifts with others. We strongly believe that we all need more peace in our lives, and it all starts on the cushion.

This ashram acknowledges that yoga pretty much requires abstaining from violence in all parts of…read morelife, including your food. Refreshing. It is a philosophy and spiritual practice, not an exercise technique. = We met up with a group of friends to try the new cafe, Food4All, and ended up getting an in-depth tour from the ashram's founder. An ashram (in case you don't know) is a residential facility for spiritual learning. This one recently opened in the former BCIU buildings on this land, and oh how lucky the neighborhood is to have this foundation move in. They are making the building sustainable, practice zero-waste techniques, and are surrounding the buildings with organic farms. The ashram moved to Berks from Toms River NJ and is open to all, for dining, classes, internships, volunteering, and training, even an advanced certification in yoga therapy. YT can be applied to any workplace to help both the employees and leaders as well as the clients/patiehnts/customers. What a good idea for staff training. The cafe is all-organic and vegetarian, gluten-free, soy-free, mostly vegan actually. We had quiche, pancakes, salad, roasted veggies, and breads in a lovely bright dining area with lots of chai tea (made with coconut milk) and light. There are some innovative yoga classes here, for example, using swings, but they make it all sound welcoming to beginners. What a glorious use of two old school buildings which have been transformed into an open, bright, spacious retreat with many uses.

I have had numerous experiences at this ashram. The atmosphere is sheer LOVE & PEACE!!!…read more I enjoy the calm, non-judgemental atmosphere, as well as the nourishment of body, mind, soul!!! The 'Pay-what-you-can' caf-e-teria is beyond "yummy" ! ! ! Worth the trip, from ANYWHERE!!!!!

It was my birthday weekend and I decided that this year, I wanted to do something rejuvenating and…read morebeneficial to my mind, body and spirit. I wanted to focus on something that was practical and would have longstanding benefits besides my usual turn up! After I attended a recent yelp workshop about reiki healing, It inspired me to search for a place that focused on natural and holistic living and that's when I discovered Ms. Linda and the lovely wellness in harmony center. Being a busy social worker, auntie, daughter and all my other earthly titles, can get overwhelming, not to mention, I'm considered an "empath" so I'm sensitive to people's energies- yupp I'm weird lol. With all that going on, it can create an inbalance within and take me away from my authentic loving self. Ms. Linda worked with me to balance my energies through meditation, reiki and chakra healing. We discussed the importance of nature, plants, essential oils, bath salts and himalayan salt lamps. Overall I left feeling mentally refreshed with mindfulness and the readiness for a new start. I learned that sometimes it's okay to unplug self! Thank you, Ms Linda and Wellness and Harmony for the wonderful birthday gift!

I have worked with Linda for 2 reiki sessions so far and she has been an immense help during a very…read moredifficult time in my life. For my second session, I went in for a chakra clearing, but after just experiencing a pregnancy loss, she suggested a longer reiki session instead to let my body heal and relax. I was so glad she suggested that and I experienced a huge shift while she took her time to create healing in my energetic and physical body. I left feeling peaceful and calm and thoroughly cared for. She really listens to what you need. I highly recommend Wellness in Harmony and will continue to work with Linda to achieve my dream of parenthood.

Saint Raphaela Center is a wonderful SPIRITUAL RETREAT CENTER in a gorgeous parklike setting just…read moreoutside of city center Philadelphia. It's an interfaith "resort" for the soul and spirit, run by progressive Roman Catholic nuns who are are kind, welcoming, and very encouraging of people of all faiths converging on their peaceful, beautiful RESIDENTIAL facility in order to meditate, or pray, for the purpose of refreshing one's spirit and calming one's mind. In May 2013 I attended a 2-night silent "Insight/Vipassana" meditation retreat idirected by Matthew Daniell (of the Cambridge Insight Meditation Society) who had in turn been invited to Haverford, PA by the Phildelphia Meditation Center. Note that non-Catholic retreats are not likely to be listed directly on St. Raphaela's retreat calendar - I suggest you google "meditation retreat + Saint Raphaela" to find a Buddhist-/meditation-oriented retreat scheduled at St. Raphaela . Depending on the retreat program you choose to attend you may be able to get a single room or a shared room. Accomodations are clean, bright and simple - NO frills, but cheerful, quiet and very comfortable. The nuns who run the retreat center are good cooks but don't expect the Four Seasons (the retreat I attended was lacto-ovo vegetarian). Desserts were REALLY yummy. ; )) The grounds are lovely and provide ample personal space for "retreatants" and lots of room for walking meditation. In short, you can experience a truly serene and "life-resetting" retreat experience here that is far less expensive that what you would pay at high price-tag "trendy" places like OMEGA or KRIPALU. Easy to get to from 'center city" Philadelphia by a quick commuter train ride plus a short taxi jaunt, or you can take a cab from the Philly city center all the way for about $45.

From the owner: The Handmaids of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and staff of St. Raphaela Center have a long-standing…read moretradition of opening their home to provide people with an experience that fosters both human and spiritual growth, wholeness, and healing. Our mission is to extend a warm welcome to people of all religious traditions and to facilitate prayer and a deep spiritual encounter by accompanying them in their search for God and for meaning in their lives. We welcome both individuals and groups looking for a time of retreat. We also offer scheduled programs, including a variety of retreats and events organized by our Center staff around different thematic and spiritually-guided formats.