Frequently Asked Questions
Healing Philosophy & Foundations
Because there’s nothing to heal—only something to accept. The struggle isn’t from what happened to you, but from rejecting yourself because of what happened to you. The moment you stop trying to fix yourself, the illusion of being broken fades, and what needs to shift does so on its own.
“We cannot change, we cannot move away from what we are, until we thoroughly accept what we are. Then change seems to come about almost unnoticed.” —Carl Rogers
In his lecture ‘Time and the More It Changes,’ Alan Watts stated:
“Life is not a problem to be solved, but an experience to be had. The more you strive to fix yourself, the more you reinforce the belief that you’re broken.”
Without acceptance, there’s resistance. And where there’s resistance, there’s tension, shame, judgment—an inner split. Acceptance is what allows us to stop fighting ourselves, even the parts we’ve pushed away or learned to reject. It doesn’t mean resignation or passivity. It means making space for what’s true—so it can be felt, understood, and integrated.
Healing begins not when we fix what’s broken, but when we meet what’s here with curiosity and care. Acceptance softens the nervous system, creates safety, and allows the body and psyche to let go of defense. It affirms that you are already worthy—of love, support, and attention—just as you are.
In this work, acceptance isn’t just a concept—it’s an embodied experience. And it’s often the thing that people have rarely, if ever, received. When it’s present, something begins to open. And that’s where healing can begin.
Not as much as one might think.
While psychedelic journeys can be powerful catalysts for growth, they’re not required to do deep, meaningful work. Many people find that sessions in Rosen Method Bodywork or Compassionate Inquiry can be just as—if not more—transformational, especially in a slower, gentler way.
It’s the process, not the medicine, that creates the conditions for healing. How we go about healing is part of the healing. Connection, attunement, safety, and being witnessed with acceptance and love are what truly allow something to soften, open, and shift.
Whether or not you choose to work with psychedelics, the heart of the work is the same: presence, trust, and a deep respect for your own unfolding. We meet you exactly where you are—and move at the rhythm that’s right for you.
Modalities & Intergration
Rosen Method Bodywork is a gentle, non-manipulative somatic practice that helps bring unconscious material into conscious awareness through touch, presence, and dialogue. By contacting chronic muscular tension—often formed as a protective response to past experiences—practitioners create a safe space for awareness, release, and choice. It invites the body to soften, the breath to deepen, and long-held patterns to surface in a way that feels safe and organic.
On its own, Rosen is a powerful modality for increasing self-awareness, supporting emotional release, and building a deeper relationship with one’s inner world. It enhances interoception—the ability to feel internal states—which can reduce stress, increase resilience, and create the conditions for long-term healing.
When used alongside psychedelics, Rosen provides a grounded and embodied way to prepare for or integrate what’s been revealed. The method helps regulate the nervous system, supports the parasympathetic state, and anchors the insights received from a journey in the body—not just the mind.
Whether as a standalone practice or as part of psychedelic integration, Rosen offers a slow, attuned, and deeply respectful way of meeting yourself—one that unfolds at the pace of trust, safety, and meeting people where they are.
Compassionate Inquiry is a powerful therapeutic approach that helps uncover the unconscious beliefs and emotional patterns that shape our lives. Whether used on its own or alongside psychedelics, it creates space for insight, self-understanding, and the kind of compassionate presence that makes real change possible.
With or without medicine, CI supports people in getting underneath surface-level stories to reconnect with the parts of themselves that have been exiled, silenced, or forgotten. It brings awareness to how the nervous system holds past experiences and how those patterns still play out in the present—often without us realizing it.
When combined with psychedelic therapy, CI provides a strong container for preparation and integration. It helps translate the symbolic or emotional material from a journey into real-life awareness, choice, and healing. In my own work, I’ve found CI to be one of the most effective and adaptable modalities for gently yet deeply supporting people on their healing path—with or without psychedelics.
Somatic techniques complement psychedelics by providing a powerful framework for processing emotions, integrating insights, and fostering profound personal transformation.
Combining somatic techniques, such as breathwork, body scanning, mindful movement, and Rosen Method Bodywork, with psychedelics enhances access to subconscious material and promotes profound emotional release. These practices create a safe space for exploring and releasing trauma, leading to lasting changes and personal growth.
By cultivating present-moment awareness and mindfulness, individuals can better integrate psychedelic insights into daily life. This holistic approach supports a more comprehensive healing process, anchoring transformative experiences in the body and promoting resilience and self-awareness.
We support your intention
Guidance & Psychedelic Support
A guide offers much more than just supervision—they hold the space with presence, safety, and attunement, allowing the experience to unfold in a supported and intentional way. Having a guide can help you feel more secure, especially when navigating unfamiliar or emotionally charged territory.
Before the journey, a guide helps you clarify your intention and prepare emotionally and energetically. During the session, they provide a grounded and non-judgmental presence, creating the conditions for you to go deeper while feeling safe and held. If difficult material arises, a skilled guide can help you stay connected to yourself and the process, without shutting down or becoming overwhelmed.
Afterward, a guide helps you begin to integrate what was revealed—through reflection, conversation, and support in weaving insights into your life. While the medicine may open the door, it’s the relationship, rhythm, and trust that help you walk through it.
While I’m not a licensed therapist, I deeply value the principles behind Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy (PAT)—particularly the emphasis on integration, presence, and the therapeutic relationship as a foundation for meaningful change. The “assisted therapy” part is what makes the work truly powerful, and that spirit is very much present in what I offer.
My work draws from therapeutic modalities such as Compassionate Inquiry, Rosen Method, PSIP, and Attachment Theory, and is grounded in trauma-informed, somatic, and relational care. It’s not strictly clinical—it’s collaborative, intuitive, and attuned to the whole person: body, psyche, and beyond—into the transpersonal and non-dual dimensions of experience, where we begin to touch the mystery that lives beneath it all.
Knowing that psychedelics often open a door—a door to a stairway—that shows us where we still need to bring attention and compassion, I support your process as insights unfold, offering guidance on how to move forward. That’s where integration, reflection, and presence come in.
Whether we’re working with Rosen Method Bodywork, Compassionate Inquiry, or Psychedelic Journeys, the process is collaborative, attuned, and grounded in relationship. Everything begins with trust. We create a safe, supportive space—online or in person—where you can explore what’s arising without pressure or performance.
If we’re working with psychedelics, the process typically includes:
- A preparation session to clarify your intention, orient to the process, and support emotional and nervous system readiness
- The journey day, which unfolds at your pace and in your space—often in your home, though travel arrangements can be made in either direction
- A post-session integration meeting to reflect on what was revealed and begin weaving it into your daily life
I also offer powerful non-psychedelic sessions in Rosen Method and Compassionate Inquiry, which are deeply effective on their own. These modalities, along with insights from Polyvagal Theory, Attachment Theory, and other trauma-informed perspectives, also inform the way I support psychedelic work—enhancing both the depth and safety of the experience.
“A heart assured of safety opens instantly.” —Tim Freke
We provide that safety. Whether the work is quiet and subtle or deep and expansive, the rhythm is always the same: we move at the speed of trust, with presence and respect for the intelligence of your own process.
Logistics, Format & Access
It depends on the type of session.
- Rosen Method Bodywork sessions are held in person and typically last one hour.
- Compassionate Inquiry sessions can be done in person or online, and last 50 minutes.
- Psychedelic preparation sessions are in person and usually run 1 to 2 hours, depending on what’s needed.
- The journey day itself is typically 6 to 8 hours, though I stay with you as long as needed—you won’t be left alone until you feel ready.
- Post-session integration is often done online, though in-person is also possible. These sessions also last 1 to 2 hours.
We can also discuss ongoing support and additional integration sessions, which can be tailored to your process and held either in person or via Zoom.
I’ve completed a graduate-level, two-year certification in Compassionate Inquiry, a trauma-informed therapeutic approach developed to support a range of mental health challenges. I’m also in the final year of a four-year program in Rosen Method Bodywork and Movement, somatic practices centered on awareness, emotional release, and embodied presence.
My training also includes certification in Psychedelic Somatic Interactional Psychotherapy (PSIP), completion of Diane Poole Heller’s Attachment Theory course, Dr. Joe Tafur’s River Course, and a certification in Polyvagal Theory through the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP).
I served as Executive Director of PsychedeLiA Integration, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing community, education, and support for those exploring psychedelics for healing and growth. Since founding Akasa Journeys in 2018, I’ve guided psychedelic journeys primarily in one-on-one settings.
My approach is rooted in the belief that healing doesn’t come from fixing what’s broken, but from remembering what’s whole—and befriending who we already are with compassionate, non-judgmental acceptance. I see this work as a collaboration, centered in safety, relationship, and deep listening. The tools I draw from are important, but it’s the human connection that makes them meaningful.
Fees vary depending on the type of session and level of support.
I offer sessions in Rosen Method Bodywork (sliding scale: $25–$85, while I’m still an intern) and Compassionate Inquiry ($125–$175/hour). Integration sessions, general consultations, and microdosing support fall within the same range.
For psychedelic work, a sliding scale is also offered—currently $1250 to $1850 for a full journey package, which includes one preparation session, the journey itself, and one post-session integration. Additional prep or integration sessions—including Rosen ($25–$85) and Compassionate Inquiry ($125–$175) are always available.
I know that access to support isn’t always easy or equitable. If you feel drawn to this work but are unsure about affordability, please don’t hesitate to reach out—we can talk.