The first session I had with Bronwyn was incredibly illuminating. She has a gentle yet powerful way…read moreof 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!

She offers a self-study Reiki attunement course. Reiki should be attuned in person although it can…read morebe 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.

I was recently gifted a 90 minute massage with Maria and it was a beautiful experience I am having…read moresurgery in a few weeks and I have been so stressed about it and was really in need of some healing and relaxation. My friend who gifted me the massage told me that she was sure Maria could help and she was so right! Booking my appointment was easy. I visited Maria at her Solano Ave location which was lovely, with ample street parking available. She started with a thorough chat about what I was looking for from the massage, what I wanted worked on and if there was anywhere I didn't want to be touched which I really appreciated. It was honestly some of the best bodywork I've ever had. Maria has an absolutely wonderful touch and energy. Her massage work has a beautiful flowing quality that I found quite wonderfully hypnotic. By the end of the 90 minutes I was pretty much putty. I haven't been that relaxed in years, maybe ever. It quite literally felt like a weight had been lifted off my shoulders! I highly recommend going to Maria if you are in need of some very therapeutic bodywork! I'll definitely be back!

Maria is truly a gifted healer! I was experiencing a lot of upper back, chest, and neck pain due…read moreto overworking and lifting heavy things. She was very attentive and empathetic to my concerns. Not only was she able to alleviate the physical pain, but she also energetically balanced my emotions with her calm and compassionate presence. The healing space was clean, beautiful, quiet and therapeutic, as was the entire experience. I left feeling renewed, both physically and spiritually... I plan to continue treatments with Maria...and highly recommend her to anyone needing a good healing!

Natalie is amazing. I was recommended to try sound healing and I found her on yelp. She is so…read moregifted and what she does and I left my session feeling so light and like a weight was lifted off my shoulders. She is so easy to connect with and made the experience so comfortable. I will definitely be seeing her again.

If you're reading this, book a session now! I've been seeing Natalie for 4 years and every session…read moreis truly life changing. I've seen many different practitioners and Natalie is one of the most talented by far. One session is like a lifetime of talk therapy. I always walk out feeling lighter and clear! What to expect: -plenty of street parking available -you'll lay down on a comfy table -you can ask questions or for clarification during the reading -physical touch occurs with the instruments during the sound healing portion

I left loving touch healing spa feeling rejuvenated and the stiffness in my neck has greatly…read moreimproved. Thanks a bunch Liz.

I visited Liz 3 months ago for the first time and never stopped going here since…read more She is very caring and has an amazing intuition. I rarely leave a review publicly but this one deserves a SO. Spa looks amazing, not only that you can do a massage, but you can get a haircut, blowdry, makeup and have a glass of champagne. Liz is certified reiki master, so let her do her thing. I am serious. Get a massage, tell your preferences but relax and let her take care of you. I am sure you'll feel renewed like I do every time I leave a massage room. I feel lighter and I don't have a brain fog. Once you build trust with Liz, I highly suggest reiki + massage. She has calming and healing energy

I cannot say enough incredible things about Oran. He is truly exceptional at what he does…read more From the very first facial more than 10 years ago I knew I was in the hands of someone deeply knowledgeable, intuitive, and passionate about skin health. Oran doesn't just "do facials" -- he studies your skin, explains what's happening beneath the surface, and creates a treatment plan that actually works. His expertise in skincare is unmatched, and his advice is always thoughtful, practical, and tailored specifically to you. What makes him even more special is that he cared for my son's acne for several years. Acne can be such a sensitive and frustrating issue, especially for teenagers, and Oran handled it with professionalism, patience, and real results. He helped clear and manage my son's skin while also educating him about how to take care of it long-term. That kind of dedication is rare. And beyond his technical skill, Oran brings something truly unique to his practice. He is an incredibly gifted Reiki healer. There is a calm, grounded, restorative energy in every session. You leave not only with glowing skin but feeling balanced, relaxed, and renewed. Oran is knowledgeable, caring, intuitive, and deeply committed to his clients. If you are looking for transformative skincare and a holistic healing experience, look no further. Urban Temple is a gem, and Oran is the heart of it

Oren is delightful, warm, and empathetic, blending the best mix of structure and intuition. His…read morefacials make me feel like he's performing some sort of mystical mathematical equations on my cells. He has great stories and listens intently, but also lets silence happen naturally when that's what's best. I can't recommend his treatments highly enough.

Sophia is a truly gifted healer. This was my first experience with energy healing and I was not…read moredisappointed! First, Sophia took time to talk with me about what I could expect from our session and to hear what I wanted to work on. Her space is very beautiful and inviting with a massage table for the hands-on healing. Under Sophia's confident, gentle touch I relaxed deeply. I left feeling UPLIFTED, lighter in spirit and just plain BETTER than I'd felt since before the pandemic started! My energy healing with Sophia was a transformational, restorative experience that I can highly recommend.

As I left my intuitive healing session with Sophia today, it felt as if a 900-lb gorilla had…read moreclimbed off my back. It turns out that "gorilla" was old, heavy, negative energy that Sophia helped me release from my energy field. I am a spiritual seeker and healer myself, but I can't always perceive what it is in and around myself that needs clearing. Sophia's gifts are many. Initially, as you enter the space, you feel (and smell!) the magic and love in the air. As within, so without. Sophia is beautiful on a soul- level and has created beauty all around her physical space. As we sat down and settled in, Sophia listened to me in a way that I don't think I've ever been listened to before. She closed her eyes allowing both my words and energy to be heard and seen. I felt totally safe as I let down my guard and shed some tears. Sophia is full of insight & wisdom and is clearly a natural born intuitive. I felt as if she already knew why I was there. As the healing began, Sophia was all love and light, shining her "flashlight" into all my dark places, flushing them out, and filling them back to pure love. I was so comfy and relaxed. Her hands are magic. Later, as she shared with me what she "saw" and healed, it all resonated so much. She gave me brilliant real world suggestions on how to continue my healing journey. If you ever have a chance to work with Sophia in any capacity, I highly recommend it. She is a bright healing light in a sometimes dark and confusing world. It's clear how working with Sophia on a regular basis would manifest miracles!

I had my first Reiki session ever with Elizabeth and absolutely loved it! Elizabeth is really warm,…read morewelcoming, and shared information with me after my session that deepened my knowledge of self and where I needed inward healing. My session was 90 minutes. Going in, I wasn't sure what to expect, but I did already believe in the healing power of Reiki. Long story short, I have had long term chronic pain in various areas of my body for over a decade. I was interested in whether Reiki could help me release the tension in my body and help me relax. At the start of the session, Elizabeth asked about what brought me in and what I wanted to focus on. I shared the following: - For 4 years, I have had a lot of pain in my right side body, especially along the right side back. It hurts when I stretch. Lifting my right arm would produce a clicking noise. - I have had TMJ for over 11 years. - I had a strange experience a few months prior, where I entered meditative state by chance, during which I was able to release ~80% of the pain in my jaw and upper neck. However, I still dealt with residual pain at night. The pain does return if I'm particularly stressed. - Lastly, I have an overactive mind, and it was difficult every night to shut down and fall asleep. When the session began, I relaxed almost immediately once Elizabeth laid hands on my left side. Usually when I close my eyes and try to relax, my face and body won't stop twitching and tensing for a very long time (hours). It's especially hard for me to relax my brow, right jaw, right temple, and eyes. Thus I was very surprised to feel the tension in my face melt away within minutes, and I was able to enjoy the rest of the session with a clear mind and relaxed face. The most notable sensations I felt were in my belly, my right knee, and back of my feet. At the start of the session, it felt as though space was being created in my belly, right above my navel -- and I felt positively giddy, causing me to smile. Later in the session, Elizabeth had placed her hands on my knee and then moved on to another area of my body. However, I continued to experience the sensation of weight and warmth on my knee for a long time -- same thing with the back of my feet. I initially thought that she placed a heated bean bag on my knee, but I later realized that I was feeling energy. After the session, the pain on my right side body was completely gone. I could lift my arm without pain, without clicks. The day of the session, I was in the most relaxed state of mind that I had experienced in years. If a thought came up, I could let go of it easily. I didn't have thought patterns that came up and stole my attention that day. I slept very well that evening. The following day, I went to yoga like usual -- and I could stretch SO FAR on my right side. Still no pain. I'm definitely returning. Elizabeth is a bright light and a gift!

Liz was amazing! I had never done reiki before and this first session was all I could have asked…read morefor. Seriously got the healing that I was looking for, and Liz was really kind in hearing my needs and making me feel safe. Will definitely be incorporating this as part of my self care ritual moving forward. Office was clean, easy to access off Piedmont, and music was soothing and gentle. Thank you!

In an email one year ago she briefly mentioned that her husband has crazy work hours and said it…read morewouldn't be fair to take on new clients. Then I kind of forgot about this. I reached back a year later to fix a session. She didn't mention it again on the phone or explicit stated there is a high chance that she might have to cancel last minute to prepare me. She fixed a date then cancelled the day before and then I fixed another date a month later then she cancelled again the day before. This gave me feelings of being dismissed, not valued, not taken seriously, not considered important. All the things I am trying to get help with from a reiki practioner and life coach. I also had to have my husband take care of my child to do this with her. I also had to take time off work to be there during work hours. These things matter to me too. I didn't think this was a professional thing to do. And more importantly she never said I might have to cancel due to my husband's work hours or made that very clear. I don't recommend this service because of last minute cancellations.

I've had a beautiful and transformative experience with Holomua Healing Arts in Alameda, founded by…read moreBritt Yap. Over the past year, I've received several services including the 2-Hour Life Coaching + Reiki session, Reiki 1 & 2 Practitioner Certification class, Distance "Sunrise Reiki," and most recently the Spiritual Life Coaching Certification class. I'm also looking forward to joining the Virtual Mana Healing sessions now that they're back -- it feels powerful to heal in a safe, like-minded community. From the very first consultation, Britt made me feel safe, heard, and completely at ease (plus, her office has great vibes). She asks thoughtful, intuitive questions that gently get to the root of what you're moving through while honoring both practical and spiritual perspectives. The clarity I received from that first Life Coaching + Reiki session alone was more impactful than any support I've received through insurance-based services. The Reiki portion, though brief, created energetic shifts I could feel clearing throughout the entire week. If I could describe my journey since March 2025 in one word, it would be Clarity -- I feel more connected to myself, my intuition, and my path than I have in years. I felt called to continue exploring the power of energy healing and enrolled in the Reiki 1 & 2 Certification class to support my nervous system and explore this healing work more seriously. Britt is intentional about vetting her students, which creates a safe, supportive learning environment. I even repeated the training six months later (offered at a generous discount) to deepen my practice, and to my pleasant surprise, ended up receiving even more healing myself. Learning alongside like-minded people has been incredibly uplifting, and the sense of community has been a gift in itself. The Spiritual Life Coaching Certification class further supported my personal growth -- building confidence, asking better questions, holding space without projection, and strengthening how I show up for others. I gained practical tools for navigating anxiety, overthinking, and to help build self-trust that I continue to use in daily life and now in my Reiki sessions. I'm also grateful for Britt's distance offering, "Sunrise Reiki," which has become an affordable yet essential form of energetic self-care. The intuitive messages she shares afterward are always insightful and affirming. Living in the Bay Area, I truly appreciate her pricing -- the value far exceeds the cost. Britt has a heart of gold. Her generosity, integrity, and devotion to this work are felt in every offering. Supporting a local, family-owned healing business that pours so much back into the community feels meaningful, especially knowing her mission extends into her nonprofit, High Vibrational Child, which supports healing and empowerment for the next generation. Since beginning this journey, receiving Reiki, becoming attuned, and consistently practicing energetic / spiritual hygiene -- I feel more aligned in my life and relationships. I had bookmarked Holomua Healing Arts years ago in 2019 and finally booked in 2025 (after watching several of Britt's interviews on YouTube to see if she felt like a good fit), it truly feels like divine timing. Even the friendships formed through these trainings have restored my hope in finding safe, heart-centered community again. If you're interested in Reiki or a more spiritually centered form of Life Coaching, I highly recommend reaching out to Britt for a consultation.

Amazing reiki session with Deanna on a therapeutic heated biomat that releases negative ions…read more Deanna has a soothing voice and gentle touch and her studio is super cute with easy parking. She records a debrief after the session and send you the takeaways. Can't wait to be back soon!

From the very first monemt I saw her there was an instant connection. You can feel her warmth and…read moreuplifting energy. I feel everyone you meet in this world is there for a reason and Deanna is definitely someone that I was meant to meet. Her experience and knowledge along with her special touch are just what I needed when I needed it. It's hard to explain any of this. You have to experience it for yourself in order to truly understand it. All I can say is that she has all these special touches that she adds to her practice thag makes it that more special. The attention to detail and her willingness to connect with you truly make her an exceptional human being. I look forward to continuing my journey and seeing what else life has in store for me.