Vandana Soni, MD, CAS
When Dr. Soni made the decision to open her Ayurveda Center, she also made a commitment to stay true to the Ayurvedic philosophies and treatments that are used in India, where she was born and raised. Dr. Soni has had a deep connection to Ayurveda since she was a child, and being able to offer its myriad benefits to the community is the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. She is a graduate of the California College of Ayurveda and has completed additional Ayurvedic training at the renowned Ayurvedic Institute in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

In addition to being a clinical Ayurvedic specialist, Dr. Soni is a board-certified anesthesiologist and pain-management specialist with over 20 years of experience. She is also an assistant clinical professor at University of California, Irvine’s Department of Family Medicine. While Dr. Soni’s credentials are impressive, so too are those of her team. Her certified massage therapists, Ayurvedic specialists and licensed aesthetician have years of specialized training and experience and share her commitment to exceptional client care.

Viney Soni MD, FACP, FCCP
Dr. Soni is a board-certified internist who has been practicing in Orange County for over 20 years. His comprehensive care includes the diagnosis and treatment of breathing problems, sinus problems, allergies, asthma, chronic cough, sleep disorders and more. Dr. Soni works with our clients who require specialized care for these conditions and with those who take part in our executive wellness program.

Bharati AV, BAMS
Bharathi A.V. graduated from the Bangalore University in India, where she obtained her Bachelors degree in Ayurveda. She has been practicing Ayurveda for over 9 years. Bharathi specializes in pancha karma, diet, and lifestyle. Her areas of interest include chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, hepatitis, skin diseases, and gynecological disorders. She has presented scientific papers and abstracts on Sarcopenia, Yoga and Ayurveda, Management of HIV through Ayurveda, in international
conferences. She is also the co-author of the book “Hepatitis C choices”. She volunteers and conductsresearch at the University of Southern California in the Integrative Medicine Program. Bharathi teaches Ayurveda to the UCI medical students and residents as
part of their elective course in integrative medicine. She regularly lectures on CAM and healthy living through Ayurveda. Bharathi is an active participant in numerous medical conferences to help raise awareness about natural living and healing.

Franca Sovi Carmona, CAS
Franca is a Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist who combines her vast knowledge of Ayuerveda along with a love for the preparation of foods and herbs for healing purposes. Franca is also a chef, a UC Cooperative Extension Master Gardner and a former restaurant owner. Growing and using fresh herbs is one of her longtime passions.

Shannon Kennedy, CMT, CAS
Shannon is a Certified Massage Therapist and Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist with over a decade of experience. She specializes in deep tissue massage and emotional release therapies. Shannon is also knowledgeable in Pancha Karma and Rejuvenation Therapies.

Ludmila Tkachev
Ludmila is a certified massage therapist and licensed cosmetologist who offers Swedish massage, deep-tissue massage, acupressure, aromatherapy, reflexology, and Ayurvedic skin care. She has many years of experience and advanced training.