A New Kind of Awakening in the Heart of Greenwich Village
This fall, New York City becomes the stage for something extraordinary. On October 16, 2025, Aura Sanctuary opens its doors at 179 Sullivan Street, inviting guests to step into The Awakening—a multi-sensory pop-up that transcends traditional wellness experiences.
Imagine a space where sound, art, touch, and intention converge to awaken your seven chakras. Each room within the Sanctuary is a living, breathing expression of energy—a chamber designed to balance, restore, and transform. This is not just a wellness event. It’s a collective journey through the frequencies of healing.
The Visionaries Behind the Sanctuary
Founded by Laura McCann and Jim Levinson, co-founders of Auratherapy, Aura Sanctuary was created as a sacred chamber for resonance, balance, and transformation. The Awakening is their vision brought to life—a two-hour guided experience that allows participants to move through seven rooms, each activating a different chakra.
Joining Laura and Jim is a collective of healers, artists, and spiritual guides, each adding a unique layer to the journey:
Jim Levinson, Chief Auratherapist – Offering aura and chakra assessments, Reiki, and energy balancing.
Nicole Buffett, Artist & Oracle – Expanding creativity and intuition through art and oracle guidance.
Peter Duchemin, Alchemist & Tarot Reader – Revealing archetypes of transformation through tarot and alchemy.
Kimberly Hauer, Massage Therapist – Debuting Auratherapy’s new Heart Chakra massage oil blend in a Reiki-infused session.
Damkianna, Vocal Artist – Activating the Throat Chakra through live performance and song.
Down Etc – Crafting grounding spaces for meditation and reflection.
Rachael Lahren, Intuitive Guide – Offering one-on-one sessions for divine protection and purpose.
Hess Sound, Peter Hess Sound Massage is very well known in Germany and across Europe, but is only now emerging in the United States. We are excited to feature their sound bowls
Together, they embody the spirit of collaboration that defines Aura Sanctuary—merging ancient wisdom with contemporary creativity.
Expanding the Vision Beyond New York
The Awakening marks more than a debut. It also celebrates three major launches under the Auratherapy umbrella:
Auratherapy’s new book: Auratherapy: A Guide to Adoring Yourself, Your Chakras, and Your Aura
Moodzee, a Gen Z–inspired aromatherapy collection for emotional balance and modern wellness
A new Heart Chakra Massage Oil, designed for energy practitioners and self-healers alike
And this is just the beginning. Aura Sanctuary will soon open its permanent home in Asheville, NC, in a restored historic church. This future space—set to open in 2026—will serve as a year-round destination for immersive chakra journeys, auratherapist certification, and conscious events.
“Asheville will be the permanent home of Aura Sanctuary—a sacred space rooted in community, transformation, and creativity,” says Laura McCann. “This New York preview invites our community to experience the vision, energy, and collaborative spirit that will shape that future.”
An Experience Beyond Wellness
Aura Sanctuary isn’t just an event—it’s an invitation to awaken. Through ritual, art, and innovation, it offers a profound reminder that healing is a journey, not a destination.
Guests can book two types of experiences:
The 333 Journey: A two-and-a-half-hour immersive chakra experience
1:1 Individual Sessions: Personalized aura readings, tarot, massage, and intuitive guidance
The day begins with a press breakfast, introducing media, partners, and collaborators to the Aura Sanctuary mission—followed by open public sessions throughout the day.
Join the Awakening
Aura Sanctuary: The Awakening
📅 October 16, 2025
📍 179 Sullivan Street, Greenwich Village, NYC
⏰ Sessions available throughout the day
🔗 Book your experience at [website link]
Step into a new paradigm of healing—one that speaks to your senses, your energy, and your soul.
About Aura Sanctuary
Aura Sanctuary is a project of Auratherapy, a wellness company redefining fragrance and energy healing through the integration of chakra balancing, aura readings, and immersive experiences. Rooted in the belief that scent, sound, and intention are powerful tools for transformation, Aura Sanctuary brings together artists and healers to co-create experiences that awaken and expand human potential.
FAQs
What is Aura Sanctuary?
Aura Sanctuary is an immersive pop-up wellness experience designed around the seven chakras. Each room offers a sensory journey through sound, art, scent, and touch, curated by leading healers and artists.
What happens during The Awakening?
Guests move through seven themed rooms—each corresponding to one of the seven chakras—participating in guided meditations, artistic activations, and energetic healing practices.
Who created Aura Sanctuary?
Aura Sanctuary was founded by Laura McCann and Jim Levinson, co-founders of Auratherapy. The concept was born from their desire to merge energy healing, fragrance, and creative collaboration into a single transformative experience.
Is this a one-time event?
The Awakening marks Aura Sanctuary’s debut in New York City, previewing the permanent Aura Sanctuary location opening in Asheville, NC, in 2026.
What products or launches are tied to this event?
The event coincides with the launch of the Auratherapy book, the MoodZee aromatherapy line, and a new Heart Chakra Massage Oil debuting in the Heart Chakra room.
How can I book a session?
Bookings for The Awakening and 1:1 sessions can be made online at https://aurasanctuaryavl.com/