Trauma and the Call to Heal with Ayahuasca
Trauma is often at the root of what brings people to ayahuasca. Childhood wounds, loss, abuse, addiction, or other painful experiences can linger beneath the surface for years, shaping how we see ourselves and the world.
Vanesa, our co-founder and facilitator, knows this from her own life. She has experienced severe trauma and walked her own healing path with ayahuasca. This gives her an ability to truly relate to guests — not from theory, but from lived experience. She knows what it means to sit with pain, feel fear, and slowly find safety again.
A Safe Space for Healing
For female guests, Vanesa’s presence is especially meaningful. Many women feel more at ease during ceremonies knowing a woman is nearby who understands their journey. She is attentive, gentle, and always available for support.
Our approach to trauma is patient, not forceful. We do not push or rush. We create a space where each person can go at their own pace, with close support before, during, and after ceremonies.
If trauma is part of your story, we are here to talk. You do not have to carry it alone.
To understand more — why trauma can hide in the body, and how ayahuasca may bring it into awareness — read our in-depth article on ayahuasca and trauma.