I’M SINA SIAR 

Hi, I am Sina, founder of Contrast, a unique wellness experience here in San Francisco, CA. I’ve dedicated my life to guiding individuals through transformative journeys of mind and body. 

My own story—quitting cigarettes, shedding over 100 pounds, and healing from Crohn’s Disease—has deeply shaped my understanding of the profound connection between physical and emotional well-being.

In today’s fast-paced world, stress affects every aspect of our lives, clouding our minds and disconnecting us our deeper intuition. 

At Contrast, we use the powerful combination of thermal contrast therapy, breathwork, and meditation to help individuals reduce stress and reconnect with their inner wisdom. 

The outcomes of thermal contrast are strikingly similar to those of transformative experiences that require intense effort—whether through rigorous exercise, fasting, or cultivating mental fortitude.

Each of these paths challenges the body and mind to release deep-seated tension, restore balance, and build lasting resilience. 

Through the scientifically proven use of cold, heat, and breath, I guide clients to navigate discomfort, unlock emotional blocks, process stress, and rebuild their mental clarity.

Beyond mental well-being, thermal contrast therapy offers significant physical benefits, improving overall health, metabolic function, cardiovascular health, and even supporting weight loss. In a typical session, individuals can burn more than 600 calories without any physical exertion, making it an effective and accessible way to enhance fitness.

Trained under Dr. Susanna Søberg as a certified thermalist, I integrate modern scientific principles with the long-standing traditions of ancient meditation techniques. This unique approach creates a space for clients to explore their inner world, releasing built-up stress and tension that have accumulated over time.

My mission is to help people reduce stress, access their innate intelligence, and achieve a sense of wholeness and emotional balance. 

Whether in person or over Zoom, let's work together to unlock your full potential and build lasting resilience. I look forward to guiding you on this journey.

What am I up to these days?

Vipassana Meditation with S. N. Goenka 

Training Hatha Yoga with Jason Bowman

Studying Buddhism with Joseph Goldstein

Studying Buddhist Psychology with Tara Brach

Spiritual Mentorship with Dr. Ali Maya

Senior Solutions Architect at Fastly

In the past, I had the pleasure of learning:

Certified Thermalist Training with Dr. Susana Soberg

Somatic Attachment Coaching with Mark Tanaka

Reiki Level 1 and 2 Training With Dr. Eric Ruben

Certified 500 hour Anusara/Hatha Yoga Teacher Training with Daniella Cotreau

Certified 200 hour Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training at San Francisco Kundalini Center

Hatha Yoga Training with Mark Whitwell from Heart of Yoga

Ashtanga Yoga with Mojdeh Zahir

B.S. Computer Science and Engineering at University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) - Go Bruins!