Our Team

Sunita Tarkunde

BAMS, RN, Founder and Director

Sunita holds a Masters Degree in Ayurveda, is a Registered Nurse in the state of Texas, and is also a certified Yoga Instructor. She specializes in Consultation and Education here at the Center and has personally trained all of our staff to have a deep understanding of the Ayurvedic methods that assist our clients in unlocking their potential vitality.
Your quality of life is inextricably linked to the balance of your physical, mental and spiritual selves and Sunita is deeply devoted to helping you achieve this balance and also teaching you to understand how to live an Ayurvedic Lifestyle.

Eileen Dyer

LMT, Massage Therapist

Eileen was the first therapist Sunita trained in Ayurvedic Therapy and has been working with us at Houston Ayurveda ever since! She is not a regular therapist on our schedule but she comes in to help us out when are in need of her expertise.

​The amazing herbal heating bags we sell at the Center are made by Eileen's loving hands!

Jossy Casique

Ayurvedic Massage, Reiki, Family Systems Coaching

I love working here. My mission is to give my best, offering people a unique relaxation and healing experience. Through energy, movement, and the oil that flows from my hands, I strive to restore the body’s balance.

My areas of expertise include Astrology, Reiki, Hypnosis, Ayurvedic Massage, Family Systemic Coaching, and Numerology.

Bessy Leiva

Massage Therapist - Thai, Prenatal & Lymphatic

Understanding the human body and how it's designed has always been a passion of mine. It brings me delight and happiness to serve others. I have been a pharmacy technician since 2016. I liked working in the pharmaceutical industry, but I sensed a gap. Soon I would enroll at Avalon Massage School, where I acquired a variety of talents, including Thai, Prenatal, and Lymphatic massage. My time at Ayurveda has been quite rewarding since I am always learning new and interesting things. I am devoted to providing individuals with a sense of relaxation.

Pratibha Masand Sachdev​

Holistic Health Coach, Master Esthetician and Reiki Master Teacher

Pratibha Masand Sachdev is a published author of award winning book Let it Glow, 108 Recipes for Radiance. She holds a Masters Degree from Bombay University, India and the prestigious CIDESCO diploma from Zurich, Switzerland.

A Holistic Health Coach, accredited by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners, she has received training in different dietary theories, eastern and western nutrition, and health counseling from Institute for Integrative, New York. 

A licensed  Aesthetician, she is also certified in Reflexology, Massage Therapy, Nutrition,Emotional Freedom Technique  EFT, Yoga and Ayurveda. She is also a Reiki Master Teacher and has lead workshops on Reiki, Meditation, cooking and Nutrition. 

An International educator, Pratibha has served as an Education and Product Manager for a world renowned herbal supplement and skincare company. In her free moments Pratibha loves to create health-promoting food and skincare recipes in her kitchen. With combined experience of over 25 years, Pratibha believes that she is here to serve and to inspire.

“When we cast our bread upon waters, we can presume that someone downstream whose face we may never see will benefit from our actions" - Maya Angelou

Pratibha offers Ayurvedic facials and reflexology at Houston Ayurveda Center.

Heaven Gonzalez

LMT, Ayurvedic Wellness Educator, Prenatal Massage

With a background in Ayurveda and a strong passion for holistic wellness, I create personalized massage experiences for all clients. My qualifications include an Ayurvedic Wellness Educator Certification from Southern California University of Health and Sciences, as well as certification as a Licensed Massage Therapist from Avalon School of Massage. These experiences have deepened my understanding of the mind-body connection.
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My expertise as a licensed massage therapist, coupled with specialized knowledge in Ayurvedic modalities, allows me to provide a unique and comprehensive approach to bodywork. Over my career, I've learned various massage techniques and earned certifications in Prenatal, Thai, Ashiatsu, and Aromatherapy. Recognizing the significance of the mind-body connection, I prioritize tailoring each session to individual needs, ensuring a relaxing and restorative experience

Suparna Kulkarni

Assistant Manager

Suparna helps with everything at the Center. She may answer the phone when you call or make your turmeric popcorn for your cleanse package. She is very knowledgeable about Ayurveda and lives it fully.