the Shala…

located in the heart of mendocino, ca

Shala is a Sanskrit word that means "home" or "house". In Indian architecture, it can also refer to a "space, covered pavilion, or enclosure."

A shala is a gathering place for students to practice, learn, and share. Our shala is:

A sacred space for education
A focus on self-study, or svadhyaya
A place to respect traditions and others who have come before

The Shala is a refuge for all seekers. We welcome all races, genders & sexual orientations.

The Shala is closed for public classes & appointments until 4/14 for 5:30pm Nectar Slow Flow Yoga.
justine is teaching out of town. please avail our on demand practices & replays.

Our Services

Dr. Justine sees clients in person and online for Ayurvedic Consults, Vedic Astrology.
she sees women and trans-women for Ayurvedic bodywork, Shakti Kundalini Bodywork & Breast Massage.
Justine sees both men and women for Tibetan Cranial, Ayurvedic Sinus Treatments & Personalized Panchakarma Retreats.

Learn your doshas. Walk away with comprehensive plan for health & wellness. Herbs, diet, lifestyle and more.
The Initial Wellness Consultation is a comprehensive 1.5-hour-long holistic assessment of your health and well-being from an Ayurvedic perspective. Justine Lemos, PhD will discuss with you your primary concern for your visit and also any imbalances or symptoms you are currently experiencing. Your Ayurvedic constitution will be assessed by looking deeply into long-term patterns in the body and mind. Your current condition will also be assessed as well as a discussion of your long-term goals.
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Tibetan Cranial is a healing modality that originated in the Himalayan highlands about 3,000 years ago and is now practiced in its traditional form in the West. TC Practitioners use their fingertips to read hundreds of pulses on the recipient’s head. With the pulses as their guide, Practitioners touch specific points on the neck and bones of the skull, including the face, the back of the head, and the palate. As the Practitioners apply gentle pressure, the pulses shift. The process continues until the pulses reach a place of balance. The practice is a disciplined approach, designed to re-align and restore our innate capacity for self healing. Recipients report that TC has led to transformation on all levels of their being: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.

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Vedic astrology is different from the mainstream Astrology you might be familiar with. (When most people hear “Astrology,” they think of the vague and non-committal horoscopes found in newspapers and magazines.)

Vedic Astrology is a scientific art of divination that has been transmitted secretly by a sacred lineage of teachers for over 5000 years. It is written in the Vedas, the most ancient scriptures of India.

While mainstream astrology is based on the Tropical Zodiac, which is tied to the seasons, Vedic astrology is based on the Sidereal Zodiac, which reflects what’s really happening in the sky right now. This allows us to go far beyond your psychological profile, and actually know the timing of important events in your life, past, present and future…
Shakti Alchemy- Reiki (Kalavahana) Ritual infuses divine energies into your body through the recitation of mantras while touching specific lotus petals around your chakras.
Stanya Abhyanga is an Ayurvedic Heart Chakra Breast Massage using Shakti Alchemy and warm healing oils, Marma therapy, and Tantric Heart Chakra therapy. Marma are vital points of the body which contain Prana energy. Gentle pressure on Marma while doing a breast massage provides Prana energy to the body and mind which gives ultimate healing.
Stanya Abhyanga also improves lymph flow and stimulates the immune system. It simultaneously calms and strengthens the nervous system.
Stanya Abhyanga is a purifying and invigorating therapy which combines traditional Ayurvedic massage techniques, Tantric energetic therapy, acupressure of Marma points (specific energy centers), and Somatic healing, promoting healing, releasing physical, and emotional blockages, helping to eliminate toxins from the system, regenerating the whole body for renewed health and vitality.
Benefits:
* Opens the heart and throat chakras
* Clearing lymph flow
* Increased circulation, especially to nerve endings
* Toning and lifting breast muscles
* Calming for the nerves
* Clearing blockages stored in chest and throat
* Improved elimination of impurities from the chest and throat center
* Softer, firmer, smoother breast
* Increases love frequencies
* Better, deeper sleep at night
* Reduces fatigue
* Assist in somatic healing
All of our services include Tantric and Somatic healing
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Abhyanga & Shirodhara
A deeply nourishing Ayurvedic healing ritual for the body, mind, and nervous system
Experience the profound rejuvenation of two of Ayurveda’s most sacred therapies:
Abhyanga is a full-body warm oil massage using medicated herbal oils tailored to your dosha. Rhythmic, flowing strokes help calm the nervous system, improve circulation, release tension, and deeply nourish the tissues (dhatus). It is grounding, detoxifying, and balancing — especially for Vata and those experiencing stress or fatigue.
Shirodhara is the gentle, continuous pouring of warm herbal oil over the forehead (third eye center). This ancient therapy soothes the mind, regulates the nervous system, and is known for its powerful effects on insomnia, anxiety, mental fatigue, and emotional overwhelm.
Together, Abhyanga and Shirodhara invite you into a state of deep inner stillness — where the body feels held, the mind quiets, and healing can unfold naturally.
Recommended as part of Panchakarma, seasonal reset, or anytime deep rest and reset are needed.
Experience the exquisite tranquility of Personalized Pancha Karma Retreats nestled in the enchanting landscape of Mendocino, California, led by the esteemed Justine Lemos, PhD. Over the course of three enriching days, immerse yourself in deep, personalized rejuvenation that encompasses a harmonious blend of traditional Ayurvedic bodywork, transformative treatments, serene meditation, and the unique practice of Tibetan Cranial, among other holistic therapies designed to refresh both body and spirit.

To learn more contact justine@justinelemos.com

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“I had a truly professional and healing experience at The Shala with Justine. This was my first ever professional Breast Massage, and I was not sure what to expect. Justine was knowledgeable and compassionate, making me feel completely at ease throughout the session. From the moment I arrived, I felt at ease. She explained everything beforehand, so I understood the process and felt comfortable. Her professionalism and gentle approach made a huge difference. The massage itself was incredibly effective in relieving tension I did not know I was holding there and even finding a small lump I had not noticed. I was able to call my Dr for further examination. I felt lighter and more in tune with my body afterward. I highly recommend this experience..”

~ Erin

“I had an excellent deep tissue massage from Justine at the Shala. From start to finish, it was a relaxing and rejuvenating experience. Justine honed in on the rocks, which are my traps and shoulder muscles, and I slept better that night than I had in weeks. Her hands are strong yet sensitive to my skin and body. The gentle music and the calming, cocoon-like environment were safe, warm, and bespoke. Justine also uses precious scented oils and warm stones to melt me into a fresher, more relaxed person, ready to face the world.”