My relationship with Pacific Coast Ayurveda began many years ago, when I found myself in a position of very poor physical and mental health, and constant, pervading malaise, owing to several years of drug use and concurrent anxiety and depression. From my first consultation with Victor and Madison, my life has transformed in ways I could never have imagined. To begin, I was given specific and personalized dietary and lifestyle recommendations, that have ultimately altered the way I eat and understand the way I sustain my body. I was given several Ayurvedic herbal formulations to take, both customized and traditional, that have over time nourished my body and mind back to a natural state of health. Having placed my trust in Madison and Victor, in a matter of weeks, I decided to undergo Panchakarma, a traditional practice of intensified detoxification and rejuvenation. Every day for one week, I was administered several therapies consecutively, such as abhyanga (full-body warm oil massage, given by two people simultaneously), shirodhara (a gentle stream of warm oil onto the forehead), nasya (oil administered through the nose, to nourish and clarify the mind), netrabasti (warm ghee placed in clay dam around the eyes), and others. Each day Madison and Victor would help me to set an intention for the day, and would ease me into a state of wellbeing and relaxation that persevered long after the therapies had been performed. The entire process, from the therapies given to the diet I followed during the process, was precisely tailored to my own needs. My Panchakarma at PCA was a turning point in my health that allowed me to "re-set" and begin building my body and mind anew. In the years since then, Madison and Victor have continued to diligently guide me on the path to perfect health. I cannot speak highly enough of Pacific Coast Ayurveda, and of Victor and Madison. Madison is a warm, gentle and intuitive healer who excels at bringing her clients to a space where they can allow themselves to heal. Victor is a keen and insightful diagnostician who draws on a vast body of knowledge to create the ideal structure for his clients' diet and lifestyle. Together, they form a formidable force for the rejuvenation of anyone afflicted by any manner of illness, from constipation to cancer. read more

I first came to Pacific Coast Ayurveda because I was concerned that I had not experienced a menstrual period in 4 years. Gynecologists had always assured me that it was okay that I didn't have a period and that is was common when on birth control. This answer was not sufficient for me. I felt that having a menstrual cycle was part of being a healthy and balanced female, and I wanted to experience that. After being off birth control for 1 year and still not experiencing a period, I contacted Madison. Even though I live in Colorado, Madison made it easy to have Skype appointments, phone appointments, and correspondence through email. Her calm and confident demeanor immediately made me feel safe and understood. She explained to me my dosha makeup and what imbalances could be contributing to my lack of a menstrual cycle. She then recommended specific foods and spices for me to add to my diet, as well as, an herbal jam to take twice a day. Within a month, I had my first menstrual period and within a few months I could see a cycle forming again. Since then, it has been obvious to me that my hormones are rebalancing. This has resulted in other issues like acne, dryness, and painful menstrual cramps. Madison has been there for me every step of the way! It is nice to know that she is just an email or Skype call away, and she is always very prompt at responding. She truly has a passion for helping others reach their optimal health and has a gift for women's health. I look forward to working with her through my life cycle as new challenges arise. It's important to note that my long-distance experience with PCA was never an obstacle! Madison was consistently accessible by phone or email, and would promptly reply back within 24 hours. Whether you reside in the LA area or not, if you are looking for a genuine and thoughtful group of natural and holistic practitioners, PCA is the place to go! read more

After a car accident that had left my nervous system tied up in knots and my diaphragm locked, as well as a myriad of physical pains and structural misalignments, I couldn't have asked for better partners and guides than Madison and Victor in the seven-day collaboration of Panchakarma to re-establish my own unique equilibrium in wholeness, balance, and health. For want of a less new age word, the "vibe" when I walked into PCA was serene, and contained. It was obvious that the care to be offered extended beyond the mere treatments to encompass all aspects of the experience from a welcome, nurturing setting and atmosphere to lovely music and the offer of a warm, calming tea... All of which started the process of relaxing and opening long before I was on the table. The relaxing and rejuvenating experience of Panchakarma unfolded gracefully and with the same attention to detail that the lead-up did. In a word, my seven days was truly an experience of bliss. I felt so connected to the practitioners, so deeply relaxed and cared for, and grateful to have my whole being, on every level, addressed and nurtured. I came away from my week at PCA feeling exponentially better, not just in the primary physical and energetic areas that my protocol was aimed at, but on every level, including also feeling uplifted, lightened, hopeful, happy and inspired. -- Lisa W. read more

Pacific Coast Ayurveda has been able to help me with a host of medical issues! But there are two that have been the most profound. After being told by a hand surgeon that I needed to have my finger sliced open to remove a small ganglion cyst, I immediately opted out of that and reached out to PCA for holistic treatment. I was prescribed frankincense oil to rub on it and white oak bark soak. Within about 4-6 weeks of this treatment the cyst was gone, without compromising my finger at all; not to mention saving me the incredibly steep costs of a surgical procedure. I also have struggled for many years with endometriosis and all the pains and menstrual irregularities that come with it. Having been given an oil with a name I cannot pronounce, I began to massage the oil into my abdomen in the areas that I have the endometriosis. I experienced immediate relief and have had little to no pain since!! I also was able to regulate my menstruation in a way that I have never experienced, shortening my cycle from seven days to four days!! It has been nothing short of miraculous, a true life change for me. In addition to his PCA has been able to help me with anxiety, digestive issues, breast issues as well as giving me relaxing massages. I am convinced there is nothing that Victor and Madison cannot help me or anyone else with. Thanks so much!!! read more

PK has been the most amazing experience of my life!! I cannot thank Joe, Victor & Maddison enough for bringing this into my life!! A friend of mine recommended me to go to PCA Ayurveda a few months ago. I was willing to do anything that would help me with my pain. I started off with changing my diet & becoming a vegetarian. than went for a 8 days retreat to the clinic (it's called PanchaKarma) In the eight days I did Yoga, Meditation, Massage therapy & ate very healthy meals. It was a transformative experience in ways I could never have anticipated, to say the least. Each day of the process was a new chance to reexamine my approach to physical and mental health as a whole. In daily appointments at Pacific Coast Ayurveda, I would receive several treatments, each specifically tailored to my own needs. Every day, I would go home deeply relaxed and rejuvenated and every concern of mine, without exception, was addressed with the utmost sensitivity. Panchakarma has led me to further studies in Ayurveda. It has completely healed me, I am Pain free :) I would highly Recommend this for everyone. read more

Pacific Coast Ayurveda is a place of healing and nurturing. Victor is an incredible communicator intertwined with his passion of philosophy,ayurvedic principals and practices. He identifies your medical or social issue and changes the course to heal through various practices including yoga and food balancing. Madison is extremely attentive with a healing presence that can be defined not only by her ayurvedic knowledge, but by the exceptional warmth of her hands as a massage professional. She makes a personal connection that is true and effective. I had used both to help heal some personal health issues with great success using herbs, yoga and breathing exercises. Please experience this team and you will find yourself moving forward with renewed delight!! read more

I work in tech sales in Santa Monica, and my eyes get very fatigued by the end of the week. I went in to Pacific Coast Ayurveda to see if they had any ideas. I ended up getting a treatment from Madison. She placed a ring of material around each of my eyes, then gently poured warm ghee into each ring until my eyes were submerged. Then she asked me to open my eyes and move them around. It was an odd sensation at first, but as my eyes adjusted, it felt amazing, and the room was bathed in an incredible golden hue since I was looking out through a pool of ghee. My eyes felt awesome afterward, and Madison was great. Very calming and warm. I'd highly recommend checking this out if you spend most of your day on a computer, or even just for the experience. read more

I highly recommend Pacific Coast Ayurveda! I was having horrible stomach issues and visited several doctors (western) to try to figure out what was causing it. After many tests and over the counter medicines that just masked the issues, I finally decided to try a holistic way of healing. PA Ayurveda have helped relieved all my stomach issues and it simultaneously improved my health as a whole. Victor and Madison actually listen and care about what is going on with your health and look at you as an individual, tailoring everything to your specific needs. I also highly recommend to get a massage by Madison. She is the absolute greatest!! I always feel like new person afterwards. read more

It's unfortunate that most of Western medicine focuses only on symptoms, while ignoring the root causes of disease and health issues. It's a good thing there are people like Victor and Madison, who've studied medicinal systems that address those root causes. I went to PC Ayurveda only for minor health issues, but it was easy to see how powerful their methods are. They pointed out connections between diet and things like immune response, digestion and the body's natural cleansing mechanisms. They use strategies that allow the body to heal itself, rather than relying on drugs that only mitigate symptoms! I recommend PC Ayurveda to anyone and everyone ~ read more

Hm, where do I begin. It was my first time experiencing any sort of Ayurvedic practice and it was honestly the most enlightening and healing experience. Madison and Victor were so wonderful. After the massage I left feeling rejuvenated! It was quite the experience! I've never felt more relaxed. Victor read my pulse and suggest a few things I could do that would improve my overall quality of life. It was so helpful. I Highly recommend them. I'd give 10 starts but Yelp only allows five. So five stars it is! Thanks again! read more

The wonderful folks at Pacific Ayurveda, namely Madison and Victor , have been a tremendous help in helping me become a healthier person. They empowered me to make healthier choices showed me what would be working best for me and gave me herbs and spices to consume regularly. I can't begin to tell you how much these changes have helped me become more balanced, feel healthier, and have less pain. I will be eternally grateful. Thank you a million times! read more