AUTHORS & SPEAKERS

Our team is dedicated to bring to you only the very best- highly experienced, knowledgeable and qualified experts as Speakers and Authors.

We aim to provide you with not only authentic guidance on Ayurveda but also with the support of contemporary expertise in practicing Ayurveda in today’s fast moving life.

From highly learned practitioners, educators and experts across the globe to those who have toiled for years and studied through the deep recesses of Ayurveda, imbibing conscious learning straight from the ancient Sanskrit texts and gaining experience in treating patients of all kinds in India, we bring to you an array of the very best.

Our authors are collectively dedicated to sharing the wealth of health through the treasures of Ayurveda and are rigorously working with us to spread the word, albeit, the authentic, powerful, effective word.

Here’s a look at some of our authors:

Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar

Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar is One of the most academically accomplished Ayurvedic Physicians in the US. He is:

  • A classically trained Ayurvedic physician and a gold medalist from prestigious Pune University.
  • A deeply insightful Medical Astrologer and Vedic Counselor, Dr. Kshirsagar is:
  • Excellent Clinician who has treated more than 15000 clients successfully.
  • Lead faculty at several Ayurvedic institutions, worldwide.
  • Lead Formulator of Zrii & NutriiVeda.
  • Ayurvedic Consultant and Faculty at the Chopra Center for Well being.
  • Research Consultant for numerous Ayurvedic Nutraceuticals
  • Only Ayurvedic Physician practicing Medical Astrology in US.
  • Featured presenter at NAMA, ACVA and other organizations
  • He is a motivational speaker, presenting Ayurvedic Wisdom and has shared the stage with Deepak Chopra, Tony Robbins, Wayne Dyer, and many other eaders in the field.

Cate Stillman

Cate is an Ayurvedic Medicine Practitioner, Yoga Teacher, and the founder/mastermind behind the Worldwide Association of Yoga Health Coaches. She trains yoga teachers and wellness experts how to accelerate the wellness path of their clients with 10 habits from Ayurveda, the ancient folk medicine from India and sister-science of Yoga. Cate’s results-focused methods rely on merging Ayurvedic Medicine theory with modern behavioral science for increased energy, deeper rest, and a healthier diet in quick time.

Cate’s been Practicing as an Ayurvedic Practitioner and community wellness teacher since 2001 and has founded several Yoga and Wellness websites.

  • Cate is Certified as Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist and Pancha Karma Specialist since 2001
  • She is also a graduate of Dr. Vasant lad’s gurukula program in Pune, India in 2004
  • She has undergone Pancha Karma Intensive Training in Kerala, India
  • Cate is a certified Anusara Yoga teacher
  • She completed a 2 year Iyengar Yoga teacher training in 2001

Dr. Akil Palanisamy

Dr. Akil Palanisamy, MD, is a Harvard-trained integrative medicine physician and author of "The Paleovedic Diet: A Complete Program to Burn Fat, Increase Energy, and Reverse Disease". He blends his Western medical training with functional medicine and Ayurveda.
"Dr. Akil" studied biochemistry at Harvard University, received his medical degree from the University of California, San Francisco, and completed his residency at Stanford University. He also completed a fellowship in integrative medicine with Dr. Andrew Weil at the University of Arizona, and is certified by the Center for Mind-Body Medicine at Georgetown University.

Dr. Akil studied Ayurveda in Southern India, and found a powerful synergy in combining Ayurveda with the paleo diet in his clinical practice. This led him to coin the term "Paleovedic Diet ", which refers to a nutrient-dense customized Paleo diet that incorporates spices, specific fruits and vegetables, intermittent fasting, and an Ayurvedic lifestyle.
He sees patients at the Sutter Health Institute for Health and Healing in San Francisco, where he also serves as Physician Director for Community Education. Dr. Akil has been a consultant with The Medical Board of California for many years.

Robert and Melanie Sachs

The author of The Buddha Experience, Medicine Buddha, Enduring Love and Embracing Death, Not only is Robert Sachs a licensed Clinical Social Worker, a certified LifeLine Practitioner and an author, with Masters in Social Work at the University of Kentucky, Robert has long been a student of Tibetan Buddhist masters is now an expert on a study of Asian healing systems.

Robert is also a guest instructor for the Chopra Center for Well Being in San Diego and a lecturer in Tibetan Medicine for the Sino-American Rehabilitation Association College in Los Angeles.

He received his B.A. in Comparative Religion and Sociology at the University of Lancaster

He received his masters in social work from the university of Kentucky and is a licensed clinical social worker focusing on addictions, relationship, and issues around dying and death.

Has studied Macrobiotics with Michio Kushi and Rex Lassalle at the Kushi Institute and completed Shiatsu training with Rex Lassalle.

Robert studied Hatha Yoga under the guidance of Jonathan O’Dell and Johanna Auld and became certified as a Hatha Yoga instructor with the All India Board and Inner London Education Authority in 1978.

He also been trained as a Mental Health Counselor with the Richmond Fellowship.

Robert was instrumental in starting the Community Health Foundation’s "Growing Family Center." in London

MELANIE SACHS

A certified Ayurvedic Lifestyle Counselor, Melanie Sachs' skill as a teacher and therapist have made her sought after by some of the world's leading spas and beauty schools.

Her book, Ayurvedic Beauty Care (Lotus Light Publications), is considered a must for those interested in the expanding field of natural and conscious body care.

Mary Thompson

A founding member and former Secretary of the California Association of Ayurvedic Medicine, Mary Thompson , C.A.S., P.K.S., (Ayurvedacharya), graduated from the first graduating class of the California College of Ayurveda in 1997 and now is a senior teacher there.

She is a Certified Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist and Pancha Karma Specialist.

She is a recipient of the Charaka Award for Excellence in Ayurvedic Teaching and has been given the title of "Ayurvedacharya" (respected teacher of Ayurveda). She is also the founder of the non-profit organization, Everyday Ayurveda.

Todd Caldecott

Todd Caldecott is a medical herbalist and practitioner of Ayurveda, in practice since 1995. He is the Executive Director of the Dogwood School of Botanical Medicine, and author/editor of three books including Ayurveda: The Divine Science of Life, Food As Medicine, and Ayurveda In Nepal.

With The Ayurveda Experience, Todd has created a course on Ayurveda and Anti-Ageing Medicine, soon to be launched.

Lissa Coffey

Lissa Coffey is a lifestyle and relationship expert who serves up an inspiring blend of ancient wisdom and modern style. She’s been living an Ayurvedic lifestyle since researching her first book, “The Healthy Family Handbook,” in 1996. Lissa appears frequently on television and radio and contributes to many national publications with her insightful and compassionate approach to modern-day issues.

With warmth and authenticity, Ayurveda expert and author Lissa Coffey helps people unveil the boundless possibilities and pragmatic wisdom that dwells within them. She is a lifestyle expert, and the media’s go-to person for Lifestyle and relationship advice. Lissa is a life coach who taps into her vast knowledge of Ayurveda, Feng Shui, Aromatherapy and other ancient philosophies to come up with positive solutions for contemporary challenges. Engaging and friendly, Lissa is a fixture on many national and local television shows.

Lissa received the “Dharma Award” from AAPNA for her Excellence in Promoting Awareness of Ayurveda.

Her best-selling book “What’s Your Dosha, Baby? Discover the Vedic Way for Compatibility in Life and Love” is the only book ever published on Ayurveda and Relationships, and it has been translated into five languages.

Lissa Coffey has appeared on national television and has lectured worldwide on the subject of Ayurveda and Relationships.

In 2005 she was awarded a commendation from Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa for “Outstanding Contribution to the Yoga Community.”

Her first book on Ayurveda: “The Healthy Family Handbook: Natural Remedies for Parents and Children” was released in 1997.

She has had seven books published. Her most recent book is “The Perfect Balance Diet: 4 Weeks to a Lighter Body, Mind, Spirit & Space.”

Dr. Chandrashekhar Thite

Dr. Thite has over 25 years of experience of treating patients in India, of helping hundreds of people enjoy a better quality and prolong the duration of life through the science of Ayurveda. Dr. Chandrashekhar Thite is a qualified Ayurvedic Physician or Vaidya with 2 degrees- Bachelors of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (B.A.M.S.- Ayurvedacharya) as well as an MD (Vaidyak Nishnat) in Ayurvedic Medicine (Kayachikitsa).

Dr. Thite is the President of the local chapter of an organization of Ayurvedic Physicians in India, has been practicing clinically for over 25 years, been a research assistant and has presented papers on Liver diseases, Rheumatic heart disease, Abdominal pain, Diseases of urinary system and diabetes and much more.

Marisa Laursen

Marisa is a Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist, a Professor of Ayurveda at the Calfornia College of Ayurveda, a Panchakarma Specialist, a Sivananda Certified Yoga Teacher, and a Spiritual Guidance Coach. She received her certification from the American Institue of Vedic Studies and completed her postgraduate study in Ayurveda with Dr. Geetha S.R. of the Sree Sankara Ayurveda Hospital in Kerala, India. She is a professional member of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association and has a Bachelor’s degree in Human Services from California State University, Fullerton, California. Marisa teaches a variety of Ayurveda and Yoga programs worldwide and is a life-long student of Ayurveda, Yoga and Vedanta.

Dr. Siva Mohan

Dr. Siva Mohan,M D MPH, began her path to healing in neuroscience, and this sparked her interest in the mind-body connection. In Medical School and during her Public Health Masters, she focused her studies on an extension of the mind-body relationship: the effects of community, development, and culture on health behavior. With an MD (focus in psychiatry) and a Masters in Public Health, Siva brings a unique and integrative perspective to Ayurveda. This, combined with her studies in Vedic wisdom, has nurtured her niche: expanding Ayurveda with psychospiritual healing.

WHAT AUTHORS SAY ABOUT US

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Dr. Suhas Kshirsagar BAMS, MD (Ayurveda)

Director, Ayurvedic Healing Inc.

Author: Effortless Weight Loss by The Ayurveda Experience

I have been working with The Ayurveda Experience and Transformative. Learning Solutions for over a year now and have had a very positive experience with them.

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I think there is really no limit to the good that TLS can do in the world. I see from my own experience every day with patients that people are really hungry for this knowledge. There is a plethora of information sources out there but getting authentic, reliable teachings about Ayurveda is quite difficult. TLS can provide the solution a one-stop shop for genuine, authentic Ayurveda, a place that people can trust and put their faith in.

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Dr. Akil Palanisamy, MD

Harvard-trained physician

Author: Ayurveda & Autoimmune Diseases, Ayurveda & The Paleo Diet

Many thanks to you and your staff for all their hard work this past year. The kind of growth you have been able to attach is marvelous and the result of many hours of people working with a clear goal and unbridled energy. From our very first meeting I realized that the Ayurveda Experience holds a very large vision to share the treasures of Ayurveda with everyone in the world for the benefit of all. Many who have a passion for Ayurveda are practitioners first not primarily business people. Providing a way for valuable education to be shared and quality products to be delivered helps everyone involved. It is a noble goal we admire and feel proud to be a part of.

We have seen the team grow tremendously over this year. I am impressed with the diligence, intensity, intellect and passion of this team. They are straight forward, honest and joy to relate too.

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Your hard work has given us a blessed income stream and world wide recognition in our field. The success we have had together has inspired us to keep working, learning and sharing. You have been invaluable partners.

Melanie Sachs

A certified Ayurvedic Lifestyle Counselor, Melanie Sachs is recognized internationally as the authority for the application of Ayurveda to the beauty world.

Author of: Ayurveda's Best Kept Healing and Beauty Secret- Kansa

"Having spent some time with the CEO and key players of the Ayurveda Experience team, I see their efforts to promote Ayurveda globally to admirable and beneficial to the growing number of people seeking to take charge of their own health and wellness. They have a keen sense for business plus a deep respect for the tradition that has emerged from their land and culture.

This is a young, but highly competent group of individuals who have the skills that a modern Ayurveda needs in order to reach the millions around the globe who seek wellness through prevention.

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Robert Sachs

An internationally recognized authority on Ayurvedic Bodywork, licensed Clinical Social Worker, Massage Therapist, Certified Hatha Yoga teacher.

Author: Ayurveda's Best Kept Healing and Beauty Secret- Kansa