Vida Mía Spa · The Retreat Costa Rica

Healing
Specialists

Energy healing · Somatic medicine · Ayurveda · Medical care · Fitness & movement · Creative arts

Our Team

The People Behind
The Transformation

At The Retreat, healing is not a service — it is a relationship. Our specialists come from diverse traditions and disciplines, united by a shared commitment to holding space for real change. Whether you're drawn to energy work, somatic healing, Ayurvedic medicine, medical care, or movement — each practitioner brings genuine expertise, deep care, and a personal practice rooted in their work.

Energy & Spiritual Healing Somatic & Eastern Medicine Authentic Ayurveda Medical & Regenerative Care Fitness & Movement Creative & Intentional Arts Energy & Spiritual Healing Somatic & Eastern Medicine Authentic Ayurveda Medical & Regenerative Care Fitness & Movement Creative & Intentional Arts
Category One
Energy & Spiritual Healing
4 Specialists
Priscilla Howell and Yamuna Jivana Das
Energy Guides · Transformational Healing
Priscilla Howell & Yamuna Jivana Das

This transformative journey was intuitively crafted by Yamuna and Priscilla to help release deep-seated emotional, energetic, and behavioral patterns. Each session is uniquely tailored to your individual needs, blending ancient wisdom with modern healing techniques.

Photo · Dr. Larry Trout
Doctor of Metaphysical Healing · Energy Medicine
Dr. Larry Trout

Dr. Larry Trout is a Doctor of Metaphysical Healing, Energy Medicine Specialist, and holistic practitioner. He blends metaphysical healing, energy-based modalities, and consciousness work to support emotional release, energetic alignment, and profound inner transformation.

Photo · Nathalie Vachon
Emotion Code · Body Code · Belief Code Practitioner
Nathalie Vachon

Nathalie Vachon is a certified Emotion Code, Body Code, and Belief Code practitioner known for her intuitive and transformational work — helping clients identify and release trapped emotions and energetic imbalances that affect physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing.

Photo · Martin & Karsten
Veda Trinity · Emotional & Structural Healing
Martin & Karsten

Martin and Karsten are the architects of The Veda Trinity, a system designed to bridge deep emotional healing with physical structural health — an integrative approach that addresses the body and psyche as one unified system. Note: availability varies — please inquire in advance.

Category Two
Somatic & Eastern Medicine
3 Specialists
Linh Le
Doctor of Chinese Medicine · Somatic Healing
Linh Le

Linh Le is a holistic health educator, Doctor of Chinese Medicine, and founder of Return to Yin. She blends Traditional Chinese Medicine, holistic mental wellness, energy healing, and Eastern principles to guide others on a journey of self-discovery, emotional transformation, and inner harmony.

Photo · Verónica Bellido
Holistic Wellness · Gut & Nervous System Health
Verónica Bellido

Verónica is a holistic wellness practitioner specializing in gut and nervous system health. Through an integrative approach that blends functional nutrition, Ayurvedic detox principles, energetic assessment, and breathwork, she supports balance, regulation, and whole-body resilience.

Karla Rodriguez
Sound Healer · Cacao Ceremonies · Vibrational Therapy
Karla Rodriguez

Karla started as a yoga practitioner in 2011 and was certified as an instructor in 2014. She has since taken various certifications in aerial yoga, integral yoga, Thai massage, sound therapy, and vibrational therapies — offering deeply restorative one-on-one sessions and cacao ceremonies.

Category Three
Authentic Ayurveda
1 Specialist
Photo · Amal
Ayurveda Therapist · Panchakarma · Kerala Tradition
Amal

An experienced Ayurveda Therapist from Kerala, India — the birthplace of Ayurveda — Amal brings a background in Ayurveda, Panchakarma, and holistic Western therapies. His intuitive, knowledgeable approach blends ancient healing practices with modern-day wellness to support renewal and vitality through personalized bodywork treatments.

Category Four
Medical & Regenerative Care
4 Specialists
Dra. Vanessa Zamora
Nurse Practitioner · Regenerative Medicine · Med Spa
Dra. Vanessa Zamora

Registered Nurse in the US and Doctor of Nursing in Costa Rica. Certified in Hormonal Bioidentical Replacement, Regenerative Medicine, Stem Cell applications, and Exosomes. Dr. Zamora also has extensive experience in orthomolecular medicine and advanced aesthetic treatment procedures.

Dr. Laura Gil, MD
Licensed Medical Doctor · Integrative Medicine · Medical Acupuncture
Dr. Laura Gil, MD

Dr. Laura Gil is a licensed medical doctor specializing in integrative medicine and physician-led medical acupuncture — bridging conventional medicine with holistic modalities for a comprehensive, whole-person approach to health and healing.

Photo · Dr. German Madrigal Ly
Biological Dentistry · Neural Therapy · Neurofocal Dentistry
Dr. German Madrigal Ly

A dentist specialized in Neural Therapy, Neurofocal Dentistry, and Biological Dentistry. Dedicated to exploring the relationship between oral health and whole-body wellness, Dr. Madrigal combines advanced dentistry with holistic care to support healing, improve function, and enhance overall quality of life.

Photo · Dr. Luis Miranda Vega
Microbiologist · Immunohaematology · Stem Cell Research
Dr. Luis Miranda Vega

A Microbiologist specialized in Immunohaematology and Blood Banking, Dr. Miranda Vega has been working at Provida Stem Cells Bank since 2008. He was involved in the first clinical trial approved in Costa Rica for Parkinson's disease treatment using pluripotent stem cells from adipose tissue.

Category Five
Fitness & Movement
3 Specialists
Photo · Carlos Roque Araya
Movement & Fitness Coach · Personal Training
Carlos Roque Araya

Carlos Roque Araya is a movement and fitness coach who believes true wellness extends beyond the physical body. Through intentional movement, outdoor experiences, and mindset-focused training, he guides others to build confidence, resilience, and a deeper connection to body, mind, and spirit.

Photo · Amy Loder
Certified Pilates Teacher · Founder of Pilates Atenas
Amy Loder

Amy is a certified Balanced Body Pilates teacher and founder of Pilates Atenas. She blends classical and contemporary Pilates to meet each client exactly where they are — from first-timers to advanced practitioners, and those navigating recovery, chronic pain, and other conditions.

Photo · Lianna Vitello
Movement & Strength Coach
Lianna Vitello

Lianna is a movement and strength coach offering a refined, results-driven approach that blends strength, sculpt, and intentional movement. Her sessions are designed for clients seeking personalized, elevated training and a deeper mind-body connection.

Category Six
Creative & Intentional Arts
1 Specialist
Photo · Jina González
Costa Rican Designer · Guide of Intentional Creation
Jina González

Jina González is a Costa Rican designer and guide of intentional creation. With over 20 years of experience, her work explores identity, nature, and ritual through handmade jewelry and meditative artistic experiences — inviting guests to reconnect with creativity as a path to self-discovery.

Book a Session with
a Specialist

Reach out via email or WhatsApp to book a session with any of our specialists. Our spa team will help match you with the right practitioner for your needs and schedule your appointment.

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