What heals the mind can heal the body. The relationship between mental health and external beauty is familiar territory; when one’s emotional well-being is compromised, that mindset eventually shows up on the face and body, often manifesting in ailments that go beyond poor skin or a bad hair day. Finding the right remedies to quell any inner turbulence also requires you to be open minded when it comes to options that work.

For thousands of years, wellness modalities rooted in Eastern and holistic wellness have proven to make a major impact on boosting the body’s internal wellness. Although these so-called “alternative” treatments are efficacious, they still garner the reputation of being “woo woo” or “witchy” in the mainstream beauty and wellness space. As fun as these monikers can be (I mean, what’s not sexy about the word “witchy” if it implies a mindful, emotionally centered woman in an LBD riding around the country on her broomstick?), it is time to ditch that perception. Therapies like reki and crystal healing, personalized herbal tinctures rooted in ancient Chinese medicine, or even turning to the science of astrology for guidance in your life can make a profound difference in your wellness journey. In some cases, woo-woo can work.

“Why wouldn’t we draw on multiple traditions and systems that have been practiced for thousands of years?” asks Vanessa Cornell, a keen curator of these non-conformist holistic methods and more, which she practices through her wellness collective company, NUSHU. “We are looking further afield, especially when it comes to the health of our bodies, to these traditions because the Western system of understanding the body is only one approach, and it has both flaws and limits.”

“If the Western ‘traditional’ medical world rates the placebo rate at 50 percent effectiveness, then why wouldn’t stopping, taking a break, and allowing a healer to take care of you also have a positive effect?” Dana Pachulski, the L.A.-based trauma and energy healer, adds.

The path toward feeling balanced, healed, and emotionally restored can be a complex one. But whether that journey calls for a powerfully healing energy session with a legitimately gifted practitioner, selenite and amethyst crystals placed next to your bed during a particular moon phase (don’t knock it until you try it), or ingesting potions made especially for your body chemistry, finding holistic methods can be a major plus for your health. We’ve gathered a list of our very favorite healers and holistic treatments to try while working on your personal vibrational, mental, and emotional energy.

Crystologist

Bell’s talents go far beyond channeling telepathic powers and choosing which crystals to carry with them. In addition to being the resident healer at the Four Seasons Hotels (and visiting master for The Well and at various Auberge Resorts), the renowned crystal authority’s scope of work entails thorough chakra-clearing sessions, as well as energetic space clearings (a round of applause for clearing your ex’s energy, or getting that toxic former coworker’s eneger out of your office space). Through her company, the veteran crystal healer also provides broader energetic design services that involve both structural and decorative crystal placement expanding beyond feng shui.

To book a session with Rashia Bell, email hello@thecristalline.com or visit her website.

Energy Healing Medium and Reiki Practitioner

Los Angeles-based hearler Sarinas helps people reconnect with their true selves to find inner peace. This can include holding space for those who have crossed over, clearing, and adapting their energies; it’s common in her sessions for clients’ past life visions to inevitably come up. (The healer explains that, often, the past lives of the individual appear so that they can better understand their past karma.) “Past life connection stays with us through each lifetime,” she says. “I guide my clients to work on being present—this includes trying out different spiritual modalities such as mindfulness meditation, breathwork, affirmation journals, and allowing themselves to connect with nature, thus helping them reconnect and trust their own intuition.” We have witnessed firsthand the power of meditation—and Sarinas’s god-given clairvoyance. Fear not: her techniques don’t resemble an exorcism. She has a warm and calming demeanor, helping your energy flow through your chakra points to shift stagnate energy.

Price for one-hour Zoom session available upon request.

Evolutionary Astrologist

With her spot-on astrological readings, McCarthy’s reputation as one of the most gifted astrologists globally precedes her. After all, astrology is a science—and a full moon signifies more than just a well-lit evening under the stars for many people (sorry, water signs). McCarthy is gifted at utilizing the science of astrology to conduct in-depth analyses of planetary movement from the time of your birth to the current day and future. The bi-coastal celestial expert also examines the planets and their emotional and physical effects based on your unique alignments. Her readings are conducted over Zoom with three options: a full, 1.5-hour reading with a deep dive into your natal chart; a shorter, one-hour reading that focuses on answering a particular question, and a relationship reading.

Sessions can be booked through McCarthy’s website.

Soul Contract Reader and Physical Healer

The London and Dubai-based doctor of osteopath medicine has a multifaceted approach to helping enrich the lives of her clients. Her soul contract reading, performed over Zoom, examines why a particular individual is on earth, their purpose, their karmic destinies, and further analyzes their often-repeated karmic pathways and how to support or redirect those avenues. Aujla, who specializes in channeling and face reading, assists in helping grow or evolve relationships and their karmic narratives to enhance her patients’ lives.

Sessions can be booked through Aujla’s website.

Master Herbalist and Licensed Acupuncturist

For over 20 years, Kempisty has formulated personalized wellness treatments for high-profile clients that consist of acupuncture, herbology, and aromatherapy. The New York-based wellness guru, who is a favorite of Gwyneth Paltrow’s, aims to achieve radiant health levels while naturally balancing the mind and body with holistic modalities. He’s famously formulated a “Wake the Dead” tincture that helps support high energy levels, improves immune functions, and regulates stress responses for those in fast-paced, high-stress lifestyles. He’s one of the most respected and solid holistic healers working with the natural adaptogens and healing acupuncture methods.

To book a session, call 917-657-7246.