Author Archives: Manuela Heider de Jahnsen

Manuela Heider de Jahnsen is a distinguished complementary practitioner, renowned lecturer, accomplished author, and the visionary founder of the Society of Friends. With over three decades of experience, she has successfully transformed lives worldwide through her expertise in acupuncture, nutritional counseling, yoga, Ayurveda, and a myriad of Western and Eastern healing methodologies.

Manuela stands as a highly esteemed educator in the fields of Oriental Medicine, Chiropractic, Yoga, and Dietetics. She has earned her place in history by pioneering Berlin’s very first naturopathic school, and she holds the title of a certified Ayurvedic practitioner, having completed her master’s degree in Ayurveda at Middlesex University in London and Berlin.

In her quest for knowledge, Manuela’s journey took her to the heartlands of traditional medicine in India and Vietnam. She also delved into the realms of tropical medicine and Indology in Berlin, enriching her holistic approach to healthcare. Beyond her native soil, Manuela has shared her wisdom and expertise in the Middle East, Asia, and Eastern Europe.

Among her many roles, Manuela serves as a dedicated instructor at the European Academy of Ayurveda (Rosenberg), where she herself completed her Ayurveda Master of Science degree. Her specialization in Ayurvedic-Yogatherapeutic practices encompasses rehabilitative medicine, urban panchakarma, trauma care, and support for childbearing mothers, marking her as a true luminary in the world of holistic healing.