
Frequently Asked Questions
My commitment to you as a coach, hypnotherapist, facilitator, and guide:
I am committed to walking beside you with integrity, presence, and compassion. I create safe and sacred containers where your nervous system can reset, your mind can open, and your authentic self can rise. You are the driver. I am the tour guide. As your guide, I bring both scientific training and embodied wisdom to support your process. My promise is to meet you where you are, honor your pace, and provide the tools and reflections you need to step into wholeness, freedom, and self-sovereignty. I will never tell you who to be — my role is to support you in becoming more fully yourself.
What are psychedelics?
By definition, a psychedelic is “psychoactive substances that produce changes in perception, mood and cognitive processes.” These substances typically include psilocybin, LSD, MDMA, mescaline, DMT, ayahuasca, ibogaine, and ketamine.
Are all psychedelics still illegal in the US?
All psychedelics listed above are still categorized as class 1 substances, meaning there is no legal use for them, under federal law. That said, several cities around the country as well as the states of Oregon and Colorado have decriminalized some or all of these substances. Many are also legal and widely accessible in other countries. Understanding your local laws is important. There are also protections for the religious use of psychedelics as sacrament under the Religious Freedoms Act. Nothing on this website or in my practice recommends or condones illegal activity.
What is allopathic medicine?
Allopathic medicine is a term referring to a medical system in which doctors and other healthcare providers treat diseases and symptoms using medications, surgeries, radiation, and other therapies and procedures. It is also referred to as Western-based medicine or conventional medicine.
What are somatic practices?
Somatic activities are one that focus on developing awareness of your body and its sensations. Forming mind-body connection allows for the practice of better understanding your emotions by how the body feels and then processing those emotions, such as being able to calm anxiety through breath. Examples of somatic activities include breathwork, dance, somatic meditation, yoga, tai chi, qigong, pilates, etc.
What are complementary therapies?
Complementary therapy is a blanket term referring to treatments that fall outside conventional allopathic medicine treatment modalities. These can include, but are not limited to, acupuncture, chiropractic, massage, naturopathy, somatic practices, etc.