A New Era of Personalized Wellness Arrived
For the first time ever, Aura Sanctuary came to New York City — a one-of-a-kind immersive experience designed to reveal, reset, and recharge your energy.
Created by Laura McCann and Jim Levinson, founders of Auratherapy, this transformative pop-up brought together aura technology, chakra balancing, and multi-sensory healing in one unforgettable journey.
Each of the seven rooms at 179 Sullivan Street in Greenwich Village was a living activation — blending scent, sound, touch, and intention to awaken each guest's unique energy field. Visitors moved through a curated series of experiences guided by the People We Adore (PWA) collective — a hand-selected group of healers, artists, and visionaries chosen for their transformative gifts.
This wasn't just a wellness pop-up. This was the future of personalized energy work.
Due to the overwhelming success and demand from our NYC community, we're now bringing these transformative experiences online — accessible to anyone, anywhere.
Why Greenwich Village, Why Then
There's something about Greenwich Village that mirrored the Aura Sanctuary mission — a place where seekers gather, where creativity meets consciousness, and where transformation is always in the air.
"When we walked into 179 Sullivan Street, we knew," says Laura McCann. "The energy was unmistakable — the same feeling we had when we first opened our doors in Asheville. This neighborhood has always held space for transformation. And we were honored to hold space for so many incredible souls."
Running October 16 – November 9, 2025, the Sanctuary opened just as New Yorkers were craving deeper connection and grounding before the holiday rush. It served as an energetic reset for hundreds of guests who walked through our doors.
The Chakra Journey: Seven Rooms, Seven Activations
The Chakra Journey unfolded as an initiation of self-knowing. It began with an aura photo and chakra report, revealing colors, numbers, and energy centers. Each room then activated a different aspect of being — from visualization to embodiment to release.
Here's what guests experienced:
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Aura & Chakra Assessment – An energetic mirror. Each guest received a full aura photo, chakra analysis, and a personalized report.
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Art & Oracle – Readings transformed into mandala art, a visual anchor for energy.
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Tarot & Archetypes – Clarity and empowerment by identifying the archetype meant to be embodied.
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Heart Chakra Healing – Energy work and body activation through somatic touch and Reiki-infused massage.
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Frequency of Creation – Throat chakra resonance guided by sound, song, and manifestation art.
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Meditation – A deep integration pause for grounding and reflection.
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Intuitive Guidance – One-on-one insights connecting the chakra journey to life path.
Each activation was part of a unifying framework:
Mirror. Symbolize. Claim. Embody. Clear. Integrate. Envision.
The Visionaries Who Held Space
The Aura Sanctuary experience was brought to life by an incredible collective of healers and practitioners:
Jim Levinson – Chief Auratherapist offering aura and chakra assessments, Reiki, and energy balancing.
Amickoleh Imani – Auratherapist and energetic medicine educator providing coverage for aura readings and heart-centered healing.
Nicole Buffett – Artist & Oracle expanding creativity and intuition through art and oracle guidance.
Peter Duchemin – Alchemist & Tarot Reader revealing archetypes of transformation.
Kimberly Hauer – Massage Therapist debuting Auratherapy's Heart Chakra massage oil blend in Reiki-infused sessions.
Damkianna – Vocal Artist activating the Throat Chakra through live performance and song.
Down Etc – Crafting grounding spaces for meditation and reflection with luxury bedding and Hess Sound bowls.
Rachael Lahren – Intuitive Guide offering one-on-one sessions for divine protection and purpose.
Together, they embodied the spirit of collaboration that defines Aura Sanctuary—merging ancient wisdom with contemporary creativity.
The Three Ways Guests Experienced the Sanctuary
1111 — The Media Journey (Invitation Only)
📅 October 16, 2025
An exclusive press and media preview offered an intimate walkthrough of the full Chakra Journey before public opening. This was the reveal moment — a chance for editors, influencers, and industry partners to experience and document the Sanctuary firsthand.
A sensory press immersion where resonance met story.
333 — The Full Chakra Journey (Guest Experience)
📅 October 17–November 9, 2025 — Opening Weekend
The 333 Experience was the complete seven-room initiation for guests ready to dive deep. Over the course of 2.5 hours, participants explored each chakra room and met the collective of healers known as the PWA — People We Adore.
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Full aura & chakra report (14 pages with interpretation)
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Personalized mandala art
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Tarot & archetype reading
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Heart Chakra Reiki Massage
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Guided sound purification
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Integration meditation
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Intuitive closing session
Opening weekend featured several limited-residency healers who were only present during these initial dates — making it an especially powerful experience for early guests.
1:1 Individual Sessions — Personalized Energy Work
📅 Began Saturday, October 18, 2025
After the group journeys, private 1:1 activations began. These sessions paired guests directly with a healer — for aura readings, Reiki, massage, tarot, or intuitive guidance.
Every practitioner offered their own specialty, and many sessions sold out within the first week.
What Actually Happened Inside
At the heart of Aura Sanctuary lies a blend of science and soul.
The Aura Reading Process
Using advanced biofeedback imaging, each guest's energy field was captured and analyzed. Then, Jim and Laura guided them through their chakra graph, explaining what their aura colors and numbers revealed. Jim has completed over 10,000 readings — and nearly every participant said, "How did you know that about me?"
The Crystal Moment
After each reading, guests received a small crystal connected to their lowest chakra — charged with energy by their practitioner. It became a tangible reminder of their healing work, an amplifier of intention.
The Scent Connection
Each guest received personalized aromatherapy blends made from "beyond organic" essential oils. These are functional fragrances, crafted to support chakra alignment long after the visit.
The Integration
Guests left with their aura photo, detailed report, art, crystal, and blends — but most importantly, a renewed sense of alignment and the awareness of their own power.
The Deeper Why
For founder Laura McCann, Aura Sanctuary is personal. Years ago, her aura revealed what her body had been trying to say — that her relentless drive and stress had disrupted her natural balance.
"I realized I had been holding my breath through life," she recalls. "When I finally learned to use breath to calm my nervous system, everything changed. The seizures stopped, the migraines disappeared, and I discovered that healing begins with awareness."
That transformation became Auratherapy — and now, Aura Sanctuary is the living embodiment of that philosophy.
"Vibrating higher is the hack we all need," says Laura. "In a city that never stops, we created a space to pause — to breathe, and to remember who you really are. And the response was beyond what we imagined."
Collaboration as Community
At its core, Aura Sanctuary is built on collaboration as monetization — where artists, healers, and teachers co-create not just experiences but shared success. The People We Adore (PWA) collective represents the power of community: when healers extend their reach together, everyone rises.
This model is more than partnership — it's energetic reciprocity, turning shared resonance into shared abundance.
The Journey Continues: Virtual & In-Person Experiences
The physical Aura Sanctuary in Greenwich Village may have closed its doors on November 9, 2025, but the energy and transformation continue both online and at our permanent locations.
Virtual Aura Sanctuary Experiences
Due to overwhelming demand, we're now offering virtual sessions with our healers:
🔮 Art & Oracle Readings with Nicole Buffett – Transform your energy reading into visual guidance through oracle cards and intuitive art. Nicole's Signature Spirit Code Paintings are available virtually!
🃏 Tarot & Archetypes Sessions with Peter Duchemin – Gain clarity and empowerment by identifying the archetype you're meant to embody. Work with one of the world's most sought-after tarot readers from anywhere.
💜 Heart Chakra Balancing with Amickoleh Imani – Receive personalized energetic medicine and heart-centered healing work. Amickoleh brings her gifts as an auratherapist and transformational guide to virtual sessions from LA.
🧘♀️ Meditation & Integration Experiences – Access self-guided meditations for grounding, reflection, and integrating your chakra work on your own time.
Whether you're seeking immersive self-facilitated meditations or one-on-one sessions with our healers, you can now book and schedule everything online — from anywhere in the world.
The same transformative work. Now accessible globally.
🌍 Book Your Virtual Experience
In-Person Aura Readings & Events
Experience Aura Readings with Jim Levinson:
Jim's comprehensive aura and chakra assessments are available in-person at our Miami and Asheville locations, Aura Day events, and by special appointment. With over 10,000 readings completed, Jim's insights into your energetic blueprint are transformative and deeply accurate.
Amickoleh Imani's At-Home Aura Readings:
When in the Los Angeles area, Amickoleh offers at-home aura readings by pre-booking. Check our event pages for travel schedules and availability.
📍 Book In-Person Sessions
📅 View Event Schedule
Become an Auratherapist: Certification Program
Ready to deepen your practice and share this transformative work with others?
Auratherapist Certification training is launching in Miami in April 2026. Virtual enrollment is open now—secure your spot to learn aura reading, chakra balancing, and energetic medicine directly from Laura McCann and Jim Levinson.
This comprehensive program will equip you with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to offer professional aura readings and chakra healing sessions.
🎓 Enroll in Auratherapist Certification
The Permanent Sanctuary: Coming to Asheville
Aura Sanctuary will soon open its permanent home in Asheville, NC, in a restored historic church. This future space—anticipated to open in late 2026 or 2027—will serve as a year-round destination for immersive chakra journeys, auratherapist certification, healing arts, and conscious community events.
"Asheville will be the permanent home of Aura Sanctuary—a sacred space rooted in community, transformation, and creativity," says Laura McCann. "The New York pop-up gave our community a preview of the vision, energy, and collaborative spirit that will shape that future. Stay tuned for updates on our permanent sanctuary!"
Visit Us In Person: Asheville & Miami
If you're in Asheville or Miami, experience our permanent sanctuary locations. Each visit includes personalized chakra recommendations and access to our full apothecary of energy-enhancing products.
Our stores offer:
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In-person aura readings with Jim
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Chakra balancing sessions
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Auratherapy essential oil perfumes
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Moodzee aromatherapy collection
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Chakra massage oils
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Expert guidance from our trained team
📍 Book at our Asheville or Miami locations
🕯️ Schedule Your Visit
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.
This energy revolution waits for no one — but now, it goes wherever you are.
✨ Book your virtual or in-person experience today