Dr Ela Manga is an integrated medical doctor committed to bringing heart back into the art of medicine. Her background in western medicine and study of wisdom traditions has informed her unique approach to health and wellbeing.

Drawing on her intuition, experience and scientific enquiry, Ela partners with her clients to design individualised processes that support body, mind and heart. She provides a compassionate but challenging space for her clients in their journey to wholeness. Ela is a catalyst for change in the lives of individuals, groups and broader society.

In her first book, BREATHE: Strategising Energy in the Age of Burnout, Ela discusses her approach to mental, physical and emotional health through real-life case studies. Ancient wisdom and continuous research drives her healing philosophy which is accessible and relevant to all. Ela is an expert in the field of energy management and uses modern medicine as a framework to delve deeper into the root causes of illness by drawing on safe and natural healing systems. Breathwork plays a fundamental role in Ela’s understanding of energy and believes it is a powerful way to support people in their healing process.

She is a sought-after speaker, both locally and internationally, and has a revolutionary way of facilitating groups for profound transformation. Writing remains a passion for Ela and she contributes to various publications, both in traditional and online media, while working on her next book. Ela is the founder of Breathwork Africa, an organisation which advocates the use of breathwork for transformation on all levels and in all communities. Breathwork Africa offers training and support to practitioners who want to integrate breathwork into their daily life and take the message of breath further afield.

Ela has a thriving practice in the beautiful Houghton Estate area where she consults with individuals, families and groups. She facilitates monthly Breathwork sessions, runs retreats and workshops, and offers one-on-one Skype sessions.