TESTIMONIALS

Life & Wellness Coaching:

Dhara's wholistic approach to healing and life coaching is pure treasure. Being in her presence and hearing her voice is a healing experience in itself! After each meeting she would leave me with bite-size action steps toward inner peace, as well as clarity around my professional aspirations. She reminded me of ways to bring more joy and playfullness into my life despite of the busy lifestyle, and she continues to be my inspiration. Dhara's genuine passion for her work, and love for people is unparalelled! Maryam A (Art Director) - New York, NY - Life Coaching Client

“What can I say about Dhara, she is a big inspiration for me! I was shocked when she offered me her services with so much compassion. She motivated me with her words, unconditional encouragement and support. She believed in me and showed me that I am good and my goal is doable. She helped me set small goals daily to help me reach my goal weight. I felt like the commitment was from her side as my wellness coach and from my side to reach my goal. She was as committed to be there for me as I was. I looked forward to our appointment with her despite my hectic busy work schedule. I was able to lose 10lbs in just one month and through her inspiration even started walking 4 miles every day. I am happy to recommend Dhara as a wellness coach and a counselor.” Nancy M, Santa Clara, CA – Wellness Coaching client

“Dhara’s coaching helped me build confidence and I realized where I needed to take responsibility in overcoming any obstacles. She is very passionate about the work she is doing as a wellness coach and reached out to me in a way that moved me. By working with her we created a daily program for me to build my mind, body and soul wellness.” Karen G, Atherton, CA – Wellness Coaching Client

"I was constantly coughing and dry cough during the winter time. I got testing with negative results from medical evaluations and over the counter. Then I consulted Dhara and she provided me with some herbal remidies and some precautions. It seemed like a miracle and I started feeling instant relief. I followed it religiously for a week and was cured. Thank you very much for your help and being so empathatic and understanding." Tripti B - San Ramon, CA - Wellness Coaching client

“I'm greatly thankful to you for your help for my problem of constipation. Your encouragement and suggestions have worked wonders. I've never thought that the constipation will go away so easily from my life but your motivation, support and advice has made it possible. I've recovered well and now I'm enjoying my life by saying bye to constipation. I'll never ever forget your help in my life. THANKS A LOT DEAR”. RD - New Delhi, India – Wellness Coaching client

Weight loss:

"Who needs a coach" I told myself, I am a 54 year old, generally successful pharmaceutical executive, married for 29 years, two children, house, etc.  All my life I have fought asking any help for  assistance, or guidance. My wife offers only suggestions on occasions as she knows my independence. In life, as they say when the student is ready, the teacher will show up and this is how I found Dhara as a life coach. I realized that I needed some focus, direction and changes for sure in life. I researched well on the net and found Dhara cross referenced in three places with great affiliations and training, and then I also found her website which resonated well with me.

I tend to be an optimist, so I was in denial in many areas in my life and tolerated a slow and steady weight gain over time and as I am learning I have some debt along with pounds that need shedding. On day one Dhara made me feel comfortable and listened while I talked about 80% fo the time. She would summarize my thoughts and play them back and I would get these "AH Ha" moments and see the changes I needed. Each week she and I discuss some aspect or assignment that I had worked on the previous week and then discover new areas of improvement. We have got my health and exercise in pretty good check, but it's still a life time journey - I have lost 21 pounds via drinking water, eating right and exercise. I have begun to meditate again and focus my life on me vs earning the almighty dollar all the time.

I am now working on a review of finances, and also trying to get some fun in my life. Dhara has taught me that when you have the opportunity to dance in life, take it as you won't get a second life. "  ( Going Dancing tonight) .She is a low pressure, calming spirit in my life and a hour a week that I look forward to as if I was getting a unique look into my soul for a period of time and then given a chance to positively affect my future and bring more fulfillment and peace into my life. 

Chances are if you have been resisting guidance or coaching you will be pleasantly surprised, but as I said in the beginning, the student needs to be ready, no one can force this on you and you need to dedicate your life to some positive change. If you sign up with a Coach and especially Dhara, if she still has openings, be prepared for an exciting journey and hold on because changes happen fast and it' all good.  Namaste!" Steve (SF Bay Area) - weight loss client

“Those were the days when I had the benefit of Dhara Jani as my counselor when I was trying to lose weight. At first, I was apprehensive about what the program entailed, but luckily, Dhara was assigned to me to explain every detail. She was able to turn my trepidation into anticipation, which for me at the time, was HUGE! I started looking forward to my weekly visits with Dhara, as I knew no matter what frame of mind I came with, I would leave with a much more positive attitude, renewed hope and energy for the challenges before me. Her calm, reassuring way was just what I needed coming from my ‘frenzied’ and stressful day-to-day life. Dhara was always interested in how I was doing as a person, physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually and offered advice that was realistic, yet challenging, within my timeframe. She was extremely knowledgeable about the subject matter in which we spoke and offered resources to assist with my weight loss goals, such as introductory Yoga . . . . complimentary! J I believe she has a real holistic approach to weight loss, something that is lacking with most medical professionals. If I ever have the opportunity to work with Dhara again, I would take it ‘in a heartbeat’. I firmly believe that whoever works with Dhara towards a goal will achieve it because of her outstanding work ethic and compassion and understanding for the individual. She is a true ‘positive force’ that believes in what she is doing, and she doesn’t give up. All of those qualities combined signify success, at least in my eyes.” Carrie R, Mtn View, CA – weight loss client

“I have had an excellent experience working with Dhara in 2009. I had been diagnosed with type II diabetes along with a number of cardiac risk factors which precipitated my need to lose 40 lbs of weight in a reasonably short period of time. During my first 3 months in the weight loss program, I lost about 20 lbs where I was stuck for the next 2 to 3 months. I was desperate for the inspiration to continue my weight loss; Dhara took the time and had the knowledge and technique to assist me to get the rest of the weight off. Dhara’s patient but firm counseling guided me to a successful weight loss conclusion and I would highly recommend her for any position in this realm of medically assisted weight loss or health coaching.” John K, Palo Alto, CA– weight loss client

“Dhara was a pleasure to work with: passionate and knowledgeable about our subject, compassionate toward and well liked by patients, and thoughtful. We miss her calm and focused presence in the office and feel that she would be a strong contributor in any pursuit to which she wholeheartedly committed.” SB - Redwood City, CA – Jumpstart Medicine manager

"Dhara knows that counseling or coaching is more than about losing weight. I felt a real boost in the arm after I got coached by Dhara’s perceptive approach. From the very beginning, Dhara was able to pick up quickly on whom I am and how to motivate me. She is very positive with her retort; offering ways to make me better in my mind, body & soul by helping me build self-awareness. I am a very strong person but Dhara knew how to handle me. Above all, she is a good listener, she heard what I was saying, instead of just pretending and nodding her head along, she heard me and then responded to that information and gave me something to chew on that she pulled out of me. I have benefitted by Dhara in ways that are life changing. I would highly recommend her for her wellness coaching." Ann C, Willow Glen, CA – Weight Loss client

Yoga for Wellness:

"I was in so much pain that my life depended on painkillers. I could hardly drive or do any of my daily chores. I tried everything from physical therapy - chiropractor - message- steroid injections-home remedies but nothing worked, then I found Dhara and skeptically I started working with her. She opened my eyes to a new world of medication and yoga. I had tried yoga many times earlier also but never did I found such calm and solace that I did in Dhara's company. I started looking forward to our sessions.One look at her would fill me up with positive energy. Dhara changed my life in many ways. I am now taking care of my family that felt impossible just few months ago. I have learnt to manage my pains and I know Dhara is always there to help when I need her. I would highly recommend her ." S Jain, San Jose, CA – Yoga for Backpain client

"Dhara is a great teacher who incorporates both physical and mental aspects of Yoga into her sessions. I was a beginner to yoga, and she was very patient in working within my limits, and encouraging me to make progress in a friendly, unpressured atmosphere. I had initially gone to her in hopes of strengthening my back - within weeks I had noticed my back strength to be noticeably increased, enabling me to more easily handle day-to-day demands of work and home. She tailored the exercises to exactly suit my needs. She also gave me techniques for breathing and relaxation which, as a full-time working mother of two, I have found very useful and easily applicable. I would recommend Dhara to anyone looking to incorporate yoga into their lifestyle, even if they are complete novices to start with." SN - San Jose, CA – a back pain Yoga Student

"I came to Dhara because I wanted to explore alternative therapy for my daughter who was having issues with her menstrual cycle. From the moment we stepped in to the warm and inviting place, I knew I had made the right decision. I decided to take the classes too, but did so at a slower pace. Dhara welcomed us in and explained which yoga poses she would be utilizing, and how it would feel. Working on special poses, both my daughter and I felt a deep sense of peace as the muscles in our body relaxed and melted away any stress we were feeling. After 6-9 months of this therapy, I am happy to report that my daughter’s menstrual cycle has become regular. I do not know if it was a coincidence or not, but I am a true believer in this therapy now." Indu H - Fremont, CA– a Yoga Student

"In its purest form, yoga is not simply a bodily exercise, but more profoundly and more significantly a union of self-awareness with the universal consciousness. The best yoga instructors, therefore, are those who are able to impart to their students both the tranquility of newfound grace and the power to restrain thought and relinquish the mind to the ineffable flow of life. Dhara Jani is capable of just that level of instruction: with patience and generous insight, she enabled both my mother and me to liberate ourselves from our cotidian trials and distractions and embrace inner peace and a unity between our minds and bodies. I gained tremendous confidence, mastered the art of flexibility, and even learned the science underlying the positive health benefits of performing yoga. Dhara is without a doubt an inimitable instructor and an inspiration." SH - Fremont, CA – a Yoga Student