Finding Healing Through shamanic practices

When my client, a single mother, first walked into my healing space, she was carrying the weight of chronic migraines, skin issues and burnout. "I've tried everything," she sighed, "from prescription medications to talk therapy." Three months into her therapeutic shamanic practice, her migraines had reduced significantly, her skin was starting to look brighter and she had developed tools to manage stress effectively. Over the years, I have had clients regularly report, relief from chronic pain, reduced inflammation, better digestion and gut health, improved sleep quality and increased energy levels.

What to Expect When Working with a Practitioner

The therapeutic shamanic process unfolds in several stages:

1. Initial Session

- Discussion of your health history and goals

- Explanation of the shamanic journey process

- Addressing any questions or concerns

- Setting intentions for the session

2. Sacred Space Creation

- Sage, palo santo or incense for cleansing

- Feathers, rattle, chimes, crystals or other sacred objects

- Gentle meditation to ground your energy

- Initial drumming to shift consciousness

3. The Healing Journey

- Lying comfortably on a floor rug

- Rhythmic drumming to induce relaxed state

- Guide-led visualization or power animal connection

- Energy clearing and chakra balancing

- Soul retrieval work if needed

Integration Practices: Making the Most of Your Healing

The real transformation happens in the days and weeks following your session. Here's how to integrate this healing work effectively:

1. Immediate Integration (First 24 Hours)

- Rest and hydrate thoroughly

- Minimize screen time and social commitments

- Journal about your journey experiences

- Take a gentle walk in nature

- Get adequate sleep

2. First Week Integration

- Practice daily grounding exercises (10-15 minutes)

- Maintain a dream journal

- Use a drumming meditation recording

- Connect with your power animal through visualization

- Notice and document any shifts in physical or emotional patterns

3. Long-term Integration

- Regular altar tending

- Weekly nature connection practices

- Monthly drum circle participation

- Seasonal ceremony observance

- Ongoing journaling practice

Remember, healing is a journey, not a destination. Some benefits appear immediately, while others reveal themselves gradually. The key is staying committed to your integration practices.Whether you're seeking physical healing, emotional balance, or spiritual growth, therapeutic shamanism offers a powerful path forward. Through consistent practice and proper integration, you can experience profound transformation and lasting healing.