Who is Zia?
And how can she help you to be your healthiest and have more freedom in life?
My Roots
I was born and raised in Bandung, West Java - Indonesia, where tradition, spirituality, and beauty are a natural part of daily life. My upbringing was anything but conventional.
My late mother was a respected religious leader in our community and a gifted beautician who ran her own salon. Her artistry and devotion to care shaped how I view beauty as something sacred and intentional.
My father, a traditional healer and shaman, worked with spiritual medicine to support emotional and energetic healing.
Growing up in this environment, I was surrounded by rituals, prayers, and the unseen layers of life. It sparked a lifelong curiosity in metaphysics, consciousness, and the subtle forces that guide our path.
That early exposure laid the foundation for the work I do today: supporting the body, mind, and soul through ancient wisdom and modern insight.
Health Challenges That Shaped My Path
My journey into healing was not just spiritual. It was deeply personal.
Since childhood, I struggled with being underweight, chronic bronchitis, and recurring food intolerances. But one of the most difficult conditions I faced was scoliosis.
Sitting upright for more than ten minutes was painful. My spine would ache, and the discomfort affected everything from my posture to my energy. Doctors told me the curvature would worsen over time and that I would gradually lose height. Their recommendations were to wear a spinal brace or undergo surgery once the curve became severe. Neither option felt supportive or realistic, especially since I couldn’t afford them.
That chapter left me feeling stuck, but it also opened the door to something more. I began searching for healing systems that didn’t see the body as a problem to be fixed, but as something intelligent, responsive, and worthy of deep care.
The Turning Point
When conventional medicine no longer felt aligned, I began searching for a more holistic and sustainable path to healing.
This search led me to live in Bali and Thailand, where I immersed myself in various healing traditions. I also traveled to other parts of the world to deepen my studies and learn from teachers across cultures.
Among all the tools I explored, Ayurveda and its sister science, Vedic astrology, became the foundation of my personal healing and professional work. Ayurveda helps people restore balance in the body and mind, while Vedic astrology offers insight into their karmic patterns and soul path. Together, they bring clarity, resilience, and deeper connection to self.
In addition to these core practices, I am also a certified yoga therapist, and have trained in Qi Gong, dance therapy, and other forms of body-based healing.
Left: Me in 2010. Right: After applying Ayurvedic principles for weight and diet based on my body type.
I never realized how much my diet and lifestyle could impact my acne.
You can see that after years of therapy, the curve in my lower back has noticeably improved.
Certifications & Courses
Wellness Training & Courses:
- Touch for Health Kinesiology Level I, with dr. Ainy Natalia, Bandung - Indonesia (2025)
- 200-Hour Foundations of Ayurveda, Kripalu - USA (2024 - 2025)
- Seminars in Ayurvedic Psychology, with Dr. Anusha Sehgal, Dr. Claudia Welch, and Kate O’Donnell, Kripalu - USA (2024)
- Doula Training, Birthworks International, Jakarta - Indonesia (2024)
- Ayurveda for Balancing Weight, Energy, and Emotions, with Dr. John Douillard, USA (2024)
- Embodied Yoga and Ayurveda For Mental Wellness, with Dr. Scott Blossom, Kripalu - USA (2024)
- White Tiger Chi Gong Teacher Training, with Tevia Feng, Tao Garden - Thailand (2018)
- Marma Therapy Workshop, with Dr. Sujatha Kekada B.A.M.S., Bali (2018)
- ThaiVedic 200hr Holistic Yoga Therapist Training, Bali (2016 & 2017)
- Zenthai Shiatsu Meets Ayurveda Retreat, with Gwyn Williams & Kimmana Nichols, Bali (2016)
- Sacred Cacao Ceremony and 5 Elements Dance Teacher Training, The Sanctuary - Thailand (2015)
- Body Harmony International Conference, Vietnam (2014)
- Reiki Level 1 Training, with Catherine Heartwood, The Sanctuary - Thailand (2014)
- Anahata Yoga Immersion, with Peter Clifford, The Sanctuary - Thailand (2014)
- ThaiVedic Bodywork Level I Training, Thailand & Switzerland (2013 & 2016)
Vedic Astrology:
Academic Background & Achievement
- Bachelor of Law (L.LB) at Universitas Padjadjaran, Bandung - Indonesia (class of 2007)
- Scholarship awardee for Turkish Language and Literature Summer School from the Turkish Government, Turkey (2010)
- Entrepreneurship Summer School Program at Fachhochschule Erfurt, Germany (2010)
- Best Oralist and Outstanding delegate at Study Trip and Diplomatic Course (STDC), organised by Asian Law Students' Association (ALSA) chapter Indonesia, Bali (2011)
My Offering to You
My journey has never been just about personal healing. It became a deeper calling — to share the wisdom that changed my life with those who are ready for their own transformation.
Raised in a unique environment and shaped by teachers from around the world, I carry insights that blend tradition with relevance. My role is to help you access timeless knowledge and apply it in a way that makes sense for your modern, often complex, life.
At the heart of my work is this intention: to be a bridge between ancient wisdom and the realities of today. Because healing becomes even more meaningful when it’s shared, and life becomes richer when we grow together.
I’m honored to walk alongside you,
Zia
