
Malia
Carvalho

Malia Carvalho is the heart and soul behind South Bay Healing Sanctuary, where she weaves together a tapestry of transformative experiences that nurture the body, mind, and spirit. With a deep commitment to feminine embodiment through Kundalini yoga, Malia offers a unique blend of healing modalities, including ceremonial bodywork, sound healing, and personalized retreats. Her passion lies in empowering individuals—especially women—to connect with their inner beauty and strength, guiding them on a journey of self-discovery and healing.
Malia’s approach is both grounded and intuitive, embracing the mystical elements of spirituality while providing practical tools to navigate life's challenges. She is dedicated to creating sacred spaces for personal and shared healing, whether through intimate gatherings, workshops, or private sessions. Her offerings, from cacao ceremonies to couple's tantric date nights, are designed to foster deep connections and meaningful experiences.
With a warm, nurturing presence, Malia invites you to explore your own journey of transformation and empowerment at South Bay Healing Sanctuary. Here, you’ll find a community that celebrates the cycles of renewal, supporting one another in embracing the fullness of life.

Malia Carvalho
Sacred Ceremonialist
Massage Therapist Since 2011
Kundalini and Yin Yoga Instructor
Sound Healing Practioner & Musician
Welcome to the
Sanctuary
Malia is a lover of the ocean, music, nature, and the healing arts. Her sessions are designed to connect mind, body, and soul through movement, sound, meditation, breathwork, and bodywork. With family roots in Hawaii, she brings the spirit of aloha into her offerings, incorporating healing modalities from her travels and over 13 years of practice and study in embodiment.
She offers unique ceremonial massage experiences, including coconut milk and flower baths, homemade organic scrubs, detoxifying infrared sauna wraps,
Lomi Lomi Hawaiian volcanic hot stone massage, Ayurvedic herbal medicine ball therapy, transformational breathwork, sound healing, energy work, and women’s tantra and embodiment sessions. Malia is passionate about working with women who are on a journey to feel powerfully connected to and loving in their bodies.
Her sessions are excellent for integrating plant medicine ceremonies and therapist-assisted healing modalities. South Bay Healing Sanctuary is a judgment-free zone, where all shares are welcome!
Certifications & Qualifications
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500hr California Certified Massage Therapist (2011)
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200hr Registered Yoga Alliance Instructor (2016)
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Yoga. Psyche. Soul. (Yoga Psychology) (2018)
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Reiki Usui Shiki Ryoho Level 1 and 2 (2017)
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KYSA Kundalini Yoga Instructor Levels I, II & III (2018)
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Certified Psycho Spiritual & Psychedelic Integration Coach (2021)
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Currently Enrolled in Somatic Yoga and Coaching with Brett Larkin