Ayurveda for Alamo: Preeti Gupta’s clinic is 15 minutes away

Alamo is about 15 minutes from Preeti Gupta's Ayurvedic clinic in San Ramon, and the first conversation is a free 15-minute call where you describe what is going on and Preeti says whether Ayurveda is a sensible fit. The First Visit that follows is 90 minutes for $250 and ends with a plan in writing.

Alamo to the clinic

Take Danville Boulevard south through Danville, or join I-680 south at Stone Valley Road and leave it at Bollinger Canyon Road. The clinic is at 401 Market Place, in The Marketplace, about 15 minutes from Alamo Plaza. Round Hill and the Stone Valley side are a few minutes more.

Park in The Marketplace lot, which is free, and look for the Ayurveda sign near Trader Joe's.

Three ways to begin from Alamo

Pick the one that matches how sure you are:

• Not sure yet: the free call. Fifteen minutes by phone. You talk, Preeti listens and tells you what she would look at first.

• Ready: the First Visit. Ninety minutes in San Ramon for $250, with a written plan to take home. Follow-ups are $125.

• Tired and wired: Shirodhara. Warm oil poured slowly over the forehead for 60 minutes, $150. Many Alamo clients book it for sleep. Read about Shirodhara.

The First Visit, step by step

Ninety minutes with Preeti: what brought you in, how you sleep, eat and move, your health history, then a pulse and tongue reading. You leave with a written plan of food, herbs and daily routines. Follow-ups are $125 for 60 minutes and adjust the plan as your body answers.

Questions from Alamo

How far is the clinic from Alamo?

About 15 minutes. Danville Boulevard is the pretty way; I-680 south to Bollinger Canyon Road is the quick way. The address is 401 Market Place, San Ramon.

Is there parking?

Yes. The Marketplace lot is free and right outside the door.

Can the follow-ups be by video?

Yes. California residents can have an audio or video consultation at the same price, so many people come in once and follow up from home.

What does it cost?

The first call is free. A First Visit is $250, follow-ups $125, Abhyanga and Shirodhara $150 for 60 minutes. HSA and FSA cards usually work; insurance is not accepted.