elinor Allen

General Manager & Clinical Herbalist

Background & Bio

Elinor is a local Charlottesvillian, a lover of music, movement, and everything plants. As a Certified Clinical Herbalist and Yoga Instructor, she has a passion for energetics, somatic and holistic healing.

3 deserted island items?

electrolytes (hello brain power), herbal tea blend, journal.

What is the one non-negotiable in your morning routine?

Silent free flow writing on my deck. Quiet intentional mornings really help me ground and encourage self-knowledge so that I can show up in tune and present in everyday life.

If your friends were to describe you in 3 words, what would they choose?

Compassionate, genuine, lighthearted.

What does ‘healthy’ look like for you?

Balance and flexibility. In order to be healthy, practicing disciplined self-care is imperative, but at the same time, having compassion for our humanness helps keep us in a positive and realistic mindset. Providing equal care to both mind and body, I've found, is key. Beyond personal health, finding and maintaining nourishing relationships is so important to feed the soul. We are not meant to live in isolation!

Favorite mantra?

Keep going.

Favorite Well Room service / item?

This is a tough one. My favorite service is both cryotherapy and sauna. Alternating between heat and cold is so good for circulation and healing!