The first session I had with Bronwyn was incredibly illuminating. She has a gentle yet powerful way of communicating through her presence, words, and healing touch. I left that day feeling everything was about to profoundly shift and see her almost weekly. As a highly sensitive being, I tend to get over-stimulated by our exterior world and was seeking inner strength and stability. Bronwyn opened a divine gateway for me to step into my genuine, unified, and present self. She allowed me to dismantle and rewire many unhelpful thoughts and ways of being. Ever since I've been frolicking forward with a genuine zest for life. Pure love and magic! read more

She offers a self-study Reiki attunement course. Reiki should be attuned in person although it can be attuned through a LIVE video connection. Symbols are to be kept secret and should never be written down. The top authors who write on Reiki do NOT include symbols in their books. Reiki Masters also name their lineage from Dr. Usui through Hawayo Takata through their teachers. Different schools have formed since Mrs. Takata opened up Reiki to the world in 1982 but attunements must still have a personal connection. To do anything less reflects hands-on healing, not Reiki. Disappointing to see such a sacred practice reduced to a Canva-style PDF. read more

Bronwyn is an experienced Reiki Master. She is not only well versed in Reiki but she has a range of expertise like herbalism and acupunture. I found her Reiki Course in early 2020 before the pandemic closed down travel and mass gatherings. Bronwyn was so committed to the practice that she made a way out of no way. We attuned to the Reiki remotely and in a way that helped me connect with the Reiki energy profoundly. Over six months Bronwyn held space as I transformed into a Reiki master myself. I love that she found a way to continue by Reiki attunements remotely and effectively. I recommend her Reiki course to anyone in the world. It is a beautiful experience and I am sure much better in-person. If you have a chance schedule a Distance Reiki session with her. read more

Bronwyn has created and maintained a potent container for healing in her community. She does a great job of making you feel grounded and safe while she offers her services. I have received her acupuncture and I couldn't recommend it more. I know she offers many other services and based off my experience of her I would recommend checking out her website to see if any of it calls to you. Also - sign up for her email list - she offers seasonal wisdom that is always a delight to read :) thank you Bronwyn for inspiring change and healing in this world . read more

I've had the pleasure of working with a handful of true healers in my life and I can wholeheartedly say that Bronwyn rests strongly amongst them. Bronwyn has a open, calm, compassionate demeanor and a peaceful presence that provides space for healing at the deepest levels. She is knowledgeable about a variety of healing modalities and understands how to apply her knowledge in a intuitive, thoughtful manner. I experienced healing through both Acupuncture and The Rosen Method. I hadn't tried The Rosen Method prior to my experience with Bronwyn and found it to be incredibly helpful on my healing journey. I gained multiple "a-ha!" insights that had otherwise been hidden to myself and had huge shifts in releasing long-held tension and pain. Bronwyn's ability to sense, connect and release this tension was unparalleled. She has the hands, heart and mind of a healer. Bronwyn's Acupuncture sessions allowed my body to rest in parasympathetic state while it re-tuned back into balance. I found that sessions kept my body in a more calm and relaxed state long after the session and that I gained the ability to hold these benefits more and more as time went on. This was a great change for me as my body typically fell out of balance fairly quickly prior to seeing Bronwyn. As a contemporary dancer I've also enjoyed Bronwyn's Axis Syllabus classes. Her knowledge of mind-body connection, energy, seasonal-cycling and anatomy foster a class that reaches into multi-level bodily experiences. If you are looking for a path to health and joy I couldn't recommend a more qualified healer than Bronwyn. read more

I can't say enough about how incredible my journey with Bronwyn Ayla has been. I started by going to see her for Reiki and acupuncture over a year ago and was so impressed with her and the results that I also signed up for her Wu Wei School of Reiki. The Wu Wei School of Reiki has been life changing! It has helped me to dive deeper into a sacred place of incredible transformation and I would highly recommend it to anyone. Bronwyn is a true, authentic healer who has created a safe, loving and peaceful environment where incredible shifts and healing take place. read more

Bronwyn was the first alternative healer I saw after a series of traumatic events with Western Medicine. The inspiration and guidance I received from our sessions and her wisdom sharing are what set me on my deeper healing path and planted the seeds of womb and feminine health earth work that is now my soul work and blossoming in my life. My sessions with Bronwyn offered potent healing medicine in themselves ~ helping me see patterns and deeper emotional issues that were effecting my physical health, improving my vibrancy and connection to my true self. These sessions also offered an invitation to come more deeply into my own body and knowing, to begin the journey of paying attention and listening to my body and feeling empowered in my own healing, my own connection to myself and the cycles of the earth and elements moving within me. I am deeply grateful for the impeccable space she holds that is loving, caring, wise, and a call to self empowerment and embodiment. I recommend Bronwyn highly with all my heart! read more

I started seeing Bronwynn about 3 yrs ago. Initially I went to address sciatica problems I was having that caused tremendous pain. I developed severe lower back problems after a car accident. The sciatic pain was so severe it was difficult to walk a block. She began with Raki session which released negative emotional energy I hadn't realized I was holding onto. Then she provided acupuncture. Each session I felt a sense of partnership with her that was different from other practitioners I've seen. It's been three years and I have not had one recurrence of the pain. No other services, to include Dr.'s, were able to help me with the problems I had been having since a car accident in 2004. Today I am still free of the pain which kept me from living a normal active life. I'll see you at my next Spartan race! Vaughn read more

Bronwyn was nurturing and attentive during our initial session. It is difficult to put my experience into words that are not too personal to share. I recommend visiting Bronwyn if you are seeking guidance through a struggle or general help approaching your life. After only one session (so far) I received insight that is changing the way I experience anxiety and guilt. read more

Bronwyn is magic. From the moment I walked into her studio and smelled the wonderful aroma of mysterious herbs brewing, I felt like I have arrived at a place where the hustle and bustle of my normal life has left me behind. Time almost stops there. You really take a moment to take a deep breath and just be. Bronwyn is my Reiki Guru. Through her way of teaching Reiki; Reiki has significantly enriched my life and my practice in ways I can't even list. She is extremely knowledgeable and educated in the healing arts with the fire and drive to always learn more. I am so grateful to have met such a beautiful and inspiring person. read more

"When you are sick, do not try to cure. Find the center, and you will be healed." So urges a Taoist saying. Bronwyn is such a centering person and has always been a point of light and wisdom to me. Seeing her as my primary doctor right now has brought a wonderful connection and noticeable, veritable changes in my being. She is totally capable and knowledgeable, professional and down-to-earth, magical, steady and full of life. Her skills are powerful and trustworthy; I can say that following her advice and prescriptions has brought significant improvement for me. An amazing sage yogini! read more

I first saw Bronwyn 6 years ago for private chi-nei-tsang and Rosen work sessions; I was going through a bit of a rough patch at the time and I'd seen her card somewhere: I was impressed w/ how many different disciplines she seemed to know (also reiki, yoga, nutrition, rosen work, hakomi, etc). I saw her privately for about 6 months, nearly weekly, and she was enormously helpful. Her studio felt like a shrine to the work she'd done and the modalities she'd studied; I was always so impressed with just how many different wisdom and healing traditions seems represented there, on the walls, in her shelves ... and of course in her hands and her entire being. She is a true facilitator of healing through means I probably am only partly conscious of. I recently became very involved w/ yoga and when I saw a Facebook posting for a yoga workshop she was teaching on handstands decided to check it out. Once again, Bronwyn's lifelong study and devotion to the healing arts was in evidence. She has studied Anusara, Iyengar, Ashtanga and at this point identifies anatomy itself as her greatest teacher. The instruction on how to place the hands alone was invaluable. Two hours went by very quickly, and I'll be applying taught in all my inversions throughout my daily practice. Whether you are looking for healing or to deepen an existing practice, Bronywn is someone who can help you help yourself. read more

What an amazing woman! I was put at ease immediately. She listens and clearly understands what your body has to say. Her new place is amazing! What a great setting high up in the hills amongst the trees. Very peaceful with a million dollar view. I left feeling high. The power in her hands and body are strong but gentle. I'd see her every day if I could. Having said that, her rates are very reasonable for the service you get, especially compared to other practitioners of lesser quality. I'd give more stars if I could! read more

Bronwyn is a highly energy sensitive and wise person. She truly practices what she preaches and does a beautiful job at it. As a person going through a spiritual awakening myself I can recognize someone who is attune with spirituality and their life's purpose. I attended her online Reiki course during covid and learned great amounts not only about Reiki but also about knowledge that could have otherwise taken me a really long time to stumble upon or figure out. The lessons are filled with valuable information that anyone on a spiritual journey can benefit from. In fact I found the course so fulfilling that I plan on doing it all over again to see what gems I missed along the way. Thank you Bronwyn for being a teacher and an inspiration to myself and many others. read more

Bronwyn, Happy Winter Solstice, I don't know if you remember me and Michele ( Michie ). We received sessions from you some years ago when we still lived in Berkeley full time. It may be 7 or 8 years already. I have often wanted to tell you how much I appreciate your seasonal emails reminding us to attune ourself with the earth and the season at hand. Finally this time, I'm sharing with you how important it is for me to read or hear your words of encouragement to attune. This last year, while navigating the challenges of 2020, I have also been very busy with work. This comes naturally to me with a strong Saturn and Capricorn influence driving me and often at the expense of my inner and outer health. When the winter solstice arrives at first I'm grateful for the opportunity to finally stop and rest but before very long I find myself conflicted between the need for winter solace, rest, quite, reconnection to spirit and contemplation and my innate drive to be productive. And then there is the commercialized world which tells us to go shopping, get and prepare things, make plans, be happy, festive and social. When all I want, and need, to do is stop moving, be silent and go inward, I'm left feeling as though such needs indicate something deficient in me socially or worse. Luckily, this winter solstice has been quite and restorative for me, but not without the same old inner conflict. Today I read your email and then listened to your recorded message. Wow, thank you so much. Your messages reminding us to listen to the wisdoms of our bodies and the earth are such a gift and that is embellished with many many little tid bits of ancient wisdom from various cultures, all incredibly timely and valuable - and so needed. Thank you for your work and your gifts, Blessings to you and your family, With much gratitude and love, Gabriel Tremain read more

I have been thoroughly impressed by Bronwyn's great knowlegde, wisdom and compassion since I met her and have been receiving care from her. I would highly recommend Bronwyn for acupuncture or workshops in her many areas of expertise. She is professional, very caring and absolutely wonderful in all ways. I first met Bronwyn at a Reiki workshop that she hosted at her peaceful and beautiful studio in Berkeley. The workshop was a perfect and profound day. And, I was very impressed by Bronwyn's knowledge of Reiki and many other healing modalities. She has a wonderful warm and gentle manner while conveying great professionalism and expertise. I experienced great trust of her knowledge and abilities. I felt inspired to work with Bronwyn in her acpuncture practice to help deal with a long history of chronic pain. I have been suffering a new phase of intense pain and had not found much help with Western medicine. I had done some acpuncture before so I had experence that it would help me. And, I knew that I wanted Bronwyn to be the one to treat me. This is a big commitment for me because I drive an hour each way for my appointments. Bronwyn has a very professional but warm manner in discerning the situation and course of treatment. She is very patient and careful, listening to my accounts as well as asking the questions she needs to know. She explains the treatments using needles or cupping and she has advised me on herbs along with body movement exercises I can do on my own. The explanations help me to fully understand my situation and to help me integrate other life choices into my commitment to heal my body. Since I began treatment, my low back pain is gone and my upper back pain is subsiding. I have been focusing on treating core issues and I am working towards complete wellness. I am so grateful to Bronwyn for her warm care and expert treatment. I will always make the effort to have Bronwyn care for me even with my long drive. read more

Bronwyn is a skilled healer and teacher. Her understanding of the movement of subtle energy and the links between body and mind are highly developed and insightful. Between acupuncture, reiki, rosen method, and nutrition her tool box is varied and flexible. Her studio is a peaceful sanctuary decorated with the same cultivated mindfulness of relationship, elemental balance, and energy flow that she brings into her healing work. I walk through the door and immediately feel the first few layers of protection and stress dissipate. read more

a thousand gold stars for bronwyn, for her grace and kindness...and her vast body of esoteric knowledge to draw on. what a spectacular medicine woman! the physical space she practices in is simply breathtaking - warm and artistic and wonderful. a thousand star rating! bronwyn's personal vibration is grounded, peaceful, and completely present. a better persona for a healer I cannot imagine. a thousand star rating! bronwyn's medicine basket just kicks ass. need you acupuncture? reiki? yoga? rosen method? a community event? a clinic? go see bronwyn, and you'll see why this rating gets... a thousand stars!!! many thanks to you, bronwyn, for your amazing service and work. :) read more

Dear Bronwyn, I just wanted to take a second and thank you for all the invaluable discussions we were afforded in Reiki 3 last weekend. My arm is also feeling a little better...thanks for the new perspective on that and surrounding transference of energy, etc. I loved being able to interact in such a practical way, while getting answers to things we have been pondering for some time, and also getting a new perspective on how to really listen, and not direct the intention away from healing, as we typically do, or at least I know I have done, but staying with what the person is telling us to move deeper. I think your approach is so applicable in almost every interaction where I would want to try to divert the attention to fixing the problem for the other person, rather than letting the transformation happen on a more profound level from within. I am truly astonished at what a change in approach this is for me, and it leads me to ask myself many questions about myself. I am so grateful for this budding transformation, so thank YOU! read more

Ten years ago I met Bronwyn in a yoga teacher-training program in Berkeley. I have much gratitude for that teacher because she brought Bronwyn into my life. During our teacher-training, the instructor would often say "remain curious" as she taught the class. I believe Bronwyn took her advise to heart and kept going...she has remained curious about the interiors of the body, mind and spirit, and continually strives to have a deeper understanding not only of the physical body, but the human condition. Recently, I have been reconnecting with her in classroom and I am excited and thrilled by the information she is offering - her handstand class is so much fun and so full of excellent guidance, I feel much stronger going upside down and I am finding her teachings to be valuable as I advance my practice and this inversion. My new love is her Thursday evening flow class...Bronwyn is foraging new waters and I want to go with her. Her way of seeing the body's natural-structural movement is deeply illuminating, - it honestly feels like grace in action when my body does what's been asked. As an instructor myself, I aspire to her direct kindness - she isn't there to "tell you what to do" but to offer new possibilities of your own potential and personal-experience. The Bay Area has much to offer when it comes to body knowledge and personal development, in my humble opinion, we are lucky to have her here and not such a far fetched idea that one day people will travel from far away to experience what she has to offer. read more

I have been the recipient of countless Body Work and Acupuncture sessions with Bronwyn. I would not hesitate to do it again. Any service provided by Bronwyn greatly benefits my healing and overall well being. Bronwyn's expertise in a vast array of healing modalities allows for a multimodal approach to health and wellness that is useful for serious injuries and illnesses as well as overall tune ups and optimizations. read more

I saw Bronwyn for acupuncture and Rosen bodywork. Though I've had many good experiences with acupuncture, I had never tried Rosen Method before and was skeptical. It is a very interesting process, more interactive than I expected, and the results were more immediately tangible than I expected. Bronwyn asks the right questions. After a few visits, I felt better physically and emotionally. read more

Bronwyn is a true healer and an amazing gift to the Bay Area community. It is rare to find such an amazing mix of Acupuncture, Reiki and Western Medicine knowledge in one place. First off, she is one of the few people I have met over the years that truly deserves the title "Reiki Master". Many people claim this title, but few deserve it like Bronwyn does. She has been teaching a practicing Reiki of decades. Her classes are highly recommended. Secondly, her acupuncture practice is the best I have found in the Bay Area. She has helped me heal a variety of health concerns over the years with her effective treatments, extensive knowledge, and caring manner. Lastly, although I do not have direct experience with her fertility care and treatments, she is an expert in the field of fertility. With many years of fertility and obstetrics experience, she has helped more than one of my friends through the process of growing a happy and healthy family. Thank You Bronwyn for being a true jewel in the Bay Area's healing community! read more

Bronwyn's reiki and yoga body work is incredible. I originally sought her for just acupuncture, but ended up falling in love with her rosen method, foot baths and herb nutrition work. Bronwyn's work really encompasses the best body work you can receive. Her body work center is gorgeous! You walk through a beautiful garden, into a fabulous house that feels warm and inviting. I've since moved from Berkeley to Half Moon Bay, and I miss her every week! I highly suggest working with Bronwyn to increase your health. read more

I took my almost 9 month old baby to Bronwyn for some acupuncture to try to help her sleep better. As a mother it gets tiring waking up every two hours with your baby Night after night. She was very gentle and my baby didn't even notice while she was being treated. Bronwyn is very loving and compassionate, we always enjoy being in her presence and visiting her little temple on the hill. She is very thorough and asks a lot of questions to ensure the best outcome possible. After three nights my baby is sleeping much better!!! Considering she has been on the same schedule for months now it is amazing to see her shifting. I will be going back for more. Thank you Bronwyn Xox read more

Bronwyn is a deep healer and a gifted instructor. I have taken multiple Contact Improvisation classes with her and her teachings have helped me both grow and become more refined as a dancer. She is steeped in knowledge but makes even the most complex concepts accessible. I look forward to taking her Reiki training as well. read more

A friend of mine referred me to Bronwyn when I began searching for a Reiki Master to study with. I have now received both my Reiki I and II certifications with Bronwyn and I couldn't be more pleased with her as a healer and a teacher. She creates a grounded, safe enviroment to study in and has the loveliest little house. I highly recommend Bronwyn to you! read more

Bronwyn is amazing! I came to her to get Reiki for my insomnia. My Reiki experience with Bronwyn exceeded my expectations. I looked forward to my sessions with her all week. She creates such a safe, warm, restorative environment, it was magical! She was so in tune with the energy in my body, I could feel the connection and impact immediately. I left every session feeling completely relaxed, free of stresses that were weighing me down. The effects lasted way beyond the sessions and I am sleeping better today because of my Reiki work with Bronwyn. read more

Bronwyn is knowledgeable, warm, proactive and sincere. I have learned so much about alternative health care and taking charge of my own health needs. She treats emotional and physical issues, big and small. She is also willing to see children, which is a bonus! She has helped me with my cycle, getting through some major life transitions as well as detoxing. Her classes are fun too. read more

In the sea of yoga studios and instructors that the Bay area is blessed with Bronwyn is a shining star. I've done quite alot of Hatha yoga on the East Coast and West coast, I'm a certified Soma (East) Yoga teacher as well and Bronwyn is by far the deepest, most well trained teacher I've ever experinced. The fact that she holds so much knowledge and expertise in such a young being tells me she's been doing this for lifetimes! read more

Where to begin... I've been seeing Bronwyn for almost 3 years now. When I first came to her I was struggling with several chronic-ish health problems that I was terrified would be with me for the rest of my life. Today I am feeling so much better on every level - and I owe a lot of that to Bronwyn. She is an unbelievably talented healer - full of kindness, compassion, intuition, wisdom, and skill. Her acupuncture treatments have helped me in so many ways (and that is just one tool she has up her sleeve) I have also been fortunate enough to receive Rosen Method, Reiki, and Massage from her and Eyen and have loved every session, leaving feeling way better than when I arrived. Thank you Bronwyn, what would I do without you?? read more

I've seen Bronwyn for acupuncture, Chinese medicine and Reiki. I've also done the Reiki 1 and 2 workshops with her. She's gifted, compassionate and talented. Her location is nothing short of an urban oasis. Calmness washes over me just being there! read more

I cherish my experience of Reiki 1 - Shoden Beginning with Bronwyn. Leaving her studio after the class that weekend, I felt like I had light beams shooting out from my palms. I was immediately able to integrate this Reiki training into my personal life as well as my clinical work with patients doing Chinese medicine. Amazing class. Wonderful teacher. read more

For me Bronwyn is an Angel. She is a real Healer, not only because she has studied many disciplines, but because she is a loving and caring person that always helps you to be a better person, even with just a simple hallway conversation. Her studio has an amazing healing energy and I really love beeing there! I started learning Reiki with Bronwyn and I recently took her medicine cabinet class wich it was amazing! I really love learning from her wisdom. Thank you Bronwyn! read more

Bronwyn has been my Reiki Master, guiding my Reiki training all the way to Reiki Master level last year. She is an insightful, attuned and supportive teacher, who has provided me with highly nuanced supervision of my Reiki practice. I also greatly appreciate Bronwyn's commitment to social justice, and her commitmnet to assisting me in bringing Reiki to people who are incarcerated. Her wisdom and joy are deep. read more

I came to Bronwyn because I was 22 wks pregnant and was diagnosed with complete placenta previa, a condition where the placenta covers the cervix. I am hoping for a vaginal delivery, but with this condition, it was basically impossible. According to my OB/GYN, there is basically no chance of the placenta moving with "complete previa", and that I would need a C-section at 36weeks! Western medicine (a.k.a my OB) has already stated nothing can be done and she wanted to schedule the C-section right then and there! But I did my own research, and read a few recent scientific literature stating there is still 60-80% chance that a complete previa will move if detected at the early stage (~20wks), so I had hope. But I still wanted to actively do something about it. I read that acupuncture could help this condition, among other issues during pregnancy. The setting at Bronwyn's treatment facility is tranquil and transports you far away from all your worries. She does not play the cheesy "chime" music, for which I am grateful. She listened to me, and was compassionate about my problem, being a mother of a toddler herself. She treated me 5 times, mainly to raise my "chi", as well as improve my overall well being during pregnancy. She gave me useful informational pamphlets on what foods to eat and what are good acupressure points to press during pregnancy. I felt refreshed after every treatment because I had a chance to slow down and enjoy being pregnant. I got another ultra-sound at 28 weeks, and my placenta had moved by ~7cm. Both the technician and my OB were baffled, and said they have never seen this happen! I was elated and relieved, and now I can try for a vaginal delivery (VBAC). I will never know whether acupuncture was the sole reason why my placenta moved, but I believe the combination of acupuncture and de-stressing from being treated by Bronwyn definitely helped. I highly recommend Bronwyn for acupuncture for treating the "impossible" (as stated by Western medicine) and overall well being during pregnancy. I am definitely going to go to Bronwyn for the rest of my pregnancy to help prepare my body for delivery and for labor pain management. read more

I was introduced to the incredible healing of Reiki by my sister on the East Coast. My yoga teacher recommended Bronwyn as a local Reiki master. I could not be more pleased to have met her. She has individualized her Reiki technique and the benefits of her treatments last for weeks. She is also a creative and thoughtful teacher of Reiki. As a clinician, I refer my clients to Bronwyn over and over again. Without hesitation, I would recommend Bronwyn for any of the many therapies she offers. read more

Bronwyn is a skilled and gifted healer. She has helped me transition into menopause without hormones or drugs and instructed me in effective stress reduction techniques. She communicates knowledgeably with Western Medicine care providers to integrate all treatments thoughtfully. Her offices, Holistic Medical Arts, is located in a serene setting that is conducive to healing and relaxation. When I visit Bronwyn, I feel like I'm on a spa retreat! And I have a feeling of renewal that is long lasting. read more

I met Bronwyn at Claudio Naranjo's SAT1 retreat in March 2014 where she taught a movement class. I learned so much from this class. There was an emphasis on natural movement rather than forcing alignments in an artificial way. The natural movement was an acknowledgement that everyone's body is unique and no one alignment suits all. Bronwyn led me to tune into my own body and the class was very experiential: the deepest learning came from our own experiments with our own bodies. Bronwyn made a lot of effort to educate us on how the body is designed, using a 3D skeletal model and explaining how the bones and tissues connect. I learned a lot and look forward to learning more in the future. read more