An introduction to shamanic ways of seeing, relating and working with the world.
A theme-based mentorship exploring foundational shamanic teachings, practices and ways of relating to the natural world, energy, ceremony and yourself.
A 1:1 mentorship
What you’ll learn
What is shamanism? / Indigenous context
Relationship with the elements
Nature as teacher
Energy and perception
Expanded Consciousness
Sacred space & altar
Offerings & reciprocity
Ancestors & lineage
Ceremony & ritual
Working with intention
Integration into modern life
The mentorship breathes depending on the person, allowing space for questions, exercises and integration.
How to start?
The mentorship begins with a consultation, where we explore your intentions and what is calling you to this work. From there, we shape the mentorship around you.
The initial mentorship is 6 sessions over 6 weeks, with the option to continue with additional sessions if you feel called to go deeper.
Do you feel ready?
If this calls you, start by booking a consultation.
About your guide
Vanessa Del Castillo is a Peruvian-born Australian. Vanessa is a shamanic practitioner, mentor and energy facilitator whose work has been shaped by her ongoing studies with Indigenous teachers and lineages in Peru and beyond.
She brings together her experience of energy work, womb wisdom, ceremony, ancestral practices and modern life, creating a bridge between ancient teachings and the world we live in today.
Vanessa is devoted to indigenous teachings, a shamanic apprentice under the Q’ero lineage of the Andes and Shipibo-Conibo from the Amazon. She’s a lineage carrier of Munay-Ki rites, the Rite of the Womb and Sobada womb massage.
She’s a bridge between ancient wisdom and modern life. Vanessa creates nurturing sanctuaries to help the modern mind expand its awareness and reestablish a connection with the elemental forces of life.
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