Practitioners & Co-founders

Ashley Edelman

Mindset Architect | Breathwork Facilitator
Ashley blends breathwork, coaching, and consciousness into transformative retreats for high performers and spiritual seekers. With roots in military service, entertainment, bodybuilding, and monastic training, his journey weaves experience with healing. Founder of Evoke, Ashley also leads Singleship, a conscious relationship movement. From Dubai to the world, he guides clients to align deeply—one breath at a time.

Asst. Prof. Dr. Sirawaj (Sean) Itthipuripat

Neuroscientist | Forbes 30 Under 30 & Co-founders of Araya and Brainspoke
Dr. Sean is a leading expert in cognitive, computational, and translational neuroscience, recognized by Forbes Asia 30 Under 30. He combines EEG, neuroimaging, brain stimulation, and mindfulness to study attention, learning, and memory across the lifespan, including healthy and pathological aging. Dr. Sean leads brain health programs in Thailand in collaboration with global institutions like the Alzheimer’s Association and Baycrest Health Sciences, and serves on the US National Academies planning committee. He holds B.S. and MS.-PhD. Degrees in Neuroscience from Duke University and UC San Diego.

Ana Nisa

Visual Artist | Multicultural Creative Voice
Ana’s art is a reflection of inner stillness and global perspective. Trained across Thailand, New York, Paris, and Switzerland, she channels emotions into visual stories that transcend language. Her work—featured at ARAYA—invites guests to reconnect with beauty, symbolism, and imagination as part of their inner journey.

Anisha Gilani

Consciousness Researcher l Certified Hypnotherapist
Anisha is a certified hypnotherapist and consciousness researcher. With a Master’s in Mathematics and Statistics from McMaster University (Canada) and research experience at PolyU (Hong Kong), she brings a unique blend of analytical insight and holistic inquiry. Her journey from data science to health and consciousness research has been driven by a deep interest in the mind-body connection, spontaneous healing, and the integration of science with Eastern mysticism. At Araya, Anisha offers a grounded yet expansive approach to consciousness and active meditation, helping others move with awareness and presence.

Peter Tan

Chairman, PTO Holdings | CEO (Asia Pacific), MillionaireAsia & Co-founders of Araya and Brainspoke
Peter brings decades of leadership experience across diplomacy, business, metaphysics, and philanthropy. A Harvard alumnus and one of Singapore’s earliest Certified Financial Planners, he has authored 25 books and pioneered mindfulness content on YouTube. As a Certified NLP Trainer and practitioner of Eastern disciplines—including sound therapy, astrology, and energy work—Peter bridges modern science with ancient wisdom. He leads regional wellness and education initiatives while investing in impact-driven ventures across Asia.

Chitpol Mungprom

BrainTech Entrepreneur | Founder of Araya, Brainspoke & Zanroo
Chitpol unites technology, marketing, and mindfulness. A practitioner ofactive meditation and founder of brain-based ventures, he shapes ARAYA’s digital vision— blending neuroscience with emotional resonance. His mission is to help people and brands grow with clarity, authenticity, and presence.