Integrating Somatic Experiencing in Psychedelic Retreats: A Path to Holistic Healing
In recent years, the therapeutic use of psychedelics has gained significant attention for its potential to facilitate profound personal growth and healing. As more individuals seek out psychedelic retreats to explore these transformative experiences, the integration process becomes crucial in ensuring long-lasting benefits. One powerful approach that complements psychedelic therapy is Somatic Experiencing (SE), a […]
What is it to be a Facilitator?
The Essence of Facilitation: Understanding the Role of a Facilitator In the field of facilitation and integration, understanding and embracing one’s unique style is fundamental to fostering authentic connections and effective practice. The following video is an excerpt from the Facilitator Training Program I lecture to aspiring facilitators. The video explores the significance of cultivating […]
Talking with Our Own Parts: A Path to Healing and Self-Understanding
Have you ever felt like there’s more than one voice inside you? Maybe a part of you craves connection, while another part warns you to stay away. Perhaps you set goals with enthusiasm, only to hear an inner voice whisper, “You’ll never succeed.” These internal conflicts are not signs of dysfunction but rather reflections of […]
This Is Why Psychedelics Are Illegal: A Holistic Exploration of Freedom and Transformation
I got the idea for this article after reading a Reddit post with the same title. It made me reflect deeply on its central premise: why are psychedelics illegal? Although psychedelics are not completely outlawed — some are permitted under controlled religious or medical frameworks — many remain banned in numerous countries. This is why […]
What Happens After an Ayahuasca Retreat? Integrating the Experience After Coming Back Home
The ayahuasca retreat is often described as a life-changing experience—an opportunity to explore deep emotional, psychological, and spiritual layers of the self. Many participants return home with a new sense of purpose, healing insights, and a clearer connection to their true selves. However, the period after the retreat is just as important as the ceremony […]
Recommended Reading for Aspiring Integrators and Facilitators
Facilitators and integrators play a crucial role in guiding individuals through personal growth, healing, and spiritual transformation. Whether you’re working in therapy, mindfulness, leadership, or spiritual practice, having the right resources to deepen your knowledge is essential. Below is a curated list of books organized by core themes that provide valuable insights and practical tools […]
The Power of the Therapeutic Field: A Space for Transformation
I often hear the word “Field” in the work we do on retreats. For years I have been researching what the field is, what it means, what it is composed of, and what arises from a field. Through research I have discovered that within the therapeutic world this concept has been gaining more and more […]
Are You Existentially Empty? Understanding Existential Emptiness and How to Deal with It
Before you start reading this article, try answering these questions to yourself and reflect on them:• Do I feel a clear sense of direction or purpose in what I do?• Do I find it challenging to set or commit to long-term goals?• Do I frequently feel bored or apathetic, regardless of the activity?• Do I […]
Dissociation in Mysticism Implications, Risks, and the Importance of Staying Grounded
“While mystical experiences can provide profound insights and a sense of transcendence, they can also lead to psychological risks such as dissociation if not balanced with grounded, everyday reality. It is crucial to integrate these experiences into one’s daily life to maintain mental health and personal well-being.” Stanislav Grof The Cosmic Game: Explorations of the […]
Harnessing Emotions: Transforming Pain through Emotional Awareness and Therapy
Emotions are Impenetrable to Reason. The Only Way to Change an Emotion is with Another Emotion Les Greenberg Emotional reactions are learned through experience, and it is with new emotional experiences that they can be transformed. How many times have we read or heard that we must control our emotions? As if they were strange […]
