Engels

My name is Engels, I come from a clinical and research-based background, with my work rooted more in psychedelic science.Over the years, my path has led me deep into the study of psilocybin-assisted therapy, focusing on its growing evidence in easing depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and the complexities of non-ordinary states of consciousness.Yet, while science gave me the structure, it was the people, their stories, their courage, their healing, that gave my work its heart.My journey has taken me across Latin America, working alongside the most gifted and humble shamans from Mexico to the far reaches of the Amazon. The cornerstone of our retreat is the living wisdom of the guides who hold the space. We are humbled to collaborate with Taitas and shamans who carry forward lineages of heart-centered, intentional medicine. Their presence offers a bridge to ancient grounding practices, ensuring the journey is guided with both profound depth and genuine care.These teachers showed me that healing is never just clinical or spiritual, it is a bridge between both. And it must be approached with ethical care, integrity, and deep respect for every individual’s inner wisdom.I am deeply committed to supporting people on their healing path as a facilitator, and I make it a priority to bring the most knowledgeable spiritual guides, taitas, and shamans to our retreats.Together, we ensure that each participant receives exceptional care, not only during their journeys into non-ordinary states of consciousness, but also throughout the essential phases of integration, grounding, and transformation that follow.Throughout my career, I’ve held one central question:“If people are having these profound spiritual experiences, how exactly do they heal?How do these moments translate into relief from depression, anxiety, trauma, or addiction?”Seeking this answer has shaped everything I do.Today, my work blends the rigor of clinical research with the compassion of ceremonial tradition. My purpose is to create spaces where science and spirit work together, safely, ethically, and with genuine human connection.Above all, I serve with gratitude, respect, and a deep belief in each person’s innate ability to heal.I am here to hold space for your transformation.