Who Is Marinella?
Marinella, a native of the island of Sardinia, Italy, is a Certified Ayurvedic Wellness Practitioner, Holistic Counselor, Certified Marma Therapy Technician, and Level I & II Reiki practitioner. She graduated from the Center for Ayurveda and Yogamu Institute after completing over 1,500 hours of training under the guidance of esteemed Ayurvedic Vaidyas (doctors).
She further expanded her knowledge through continuing education with Dr. Vasant Lad at the Ayurvedic Institute, Dr. David Frawley at the American Institute of Vedic Studies, and Acharya Shunya at the Awakened Self Foundation.
Marinella’s Journey with Ayurveda
Marinella’s personal healing journey began after she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. Guided and inspired by her healer and mentor, she embraced a conscious and health-centered lifestyle that profoundly transformed her life.
Motivated to support others through similar challenges, she chose to share her life-changing experience with Ayurveda by becoming an Ayurvedic Wellness Practitioner and Holistic Counselor.
Marinella believes deeply in the body’s innate intelligence and its ability to heal when given the proper care, tools, and attention. She views health and happiness as our birthright, and Ayurveda as a gentle, natural path to reclaim both. For her, Ayurveda is not about disease—it is about cultivating an abundant, vibrant, and healthy life.
Her journey continues as she studies under her guru, Acharya Shunya, deepening her understanding of Ayurveda, Yoga, and Advaita Vedanta (non-dual philosophy) in order to better serve her clients and community.
Her Mission and Approach
In 2018, Marinella founded EliMai Ayurveda to guide those seeking a deeper sense of well-being—one that arises from within and is supported by the body’s innate intelligence. This form of well-being goes beyond the physical and mental, reaching into our authentic essence beyond societal roles and expectations. It is a state of balance that aligns who we are with our unique Ayurvedic blueprint.
Marinella believes that by understanding our true nature (Prakriti), we can unlock our highest potential and create meaningful transformation.
Her coaching style is compassionate, nurturing, and supportive. She creates a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore both their aspirations and challenges at their own pace. Honoring each individual’s uniqueness, she takes a holistic approach—considering emotional, mental, and physical well-being as interconnected elements of true healing.
Together, you will uncover your innate strengths, shift limiting beliefs, and cultivate lasting, meaningful change—always honoring your personal journey and possibilities.
P.S. Curious about the meaning of EliMai? It’s a beautiful blend of her daughters’ names—a reflection of love at the heart of her work.
I bow to my teacher Acharya Shunya, my teacher’s teacher, and my teacher’s teacher’s guru. Om Shree Gurubhyo Namaha!
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