November 2025
Circles for the Earth (Live Stream)
Circles for the Earth is a monthly non-denominational healing circle for the earth. On the first Sunday of each month, at 5:00 pm Pacific Time, live online, we focus our attention on healing natural places that have been polluted, contaminated, or are experiencing the effects of climate change. You are invited to join Circles for the Earth in whatever way feels comfortable for you. For instance, you may be trained in Reiki or shamanic practices or you may simply pray,…
Find out more »Depth Hypnosis Supervisory (Live Stream)
This workshop offers an opportunity for students to present client cases and ask questions about the finer points of Depth Hypnosis practice. This format allows students to learn from the issues coming up in other people’s practices while receiving personalized attention regarding their own questions. Students can also ask for tips to help in the management of their practices. Applied Shamanic Practitioners may also bring case studies and ask questions about their client cases. Monday, November 3, 2025 5:00 pm…
Find out more »Journeys for the Collective Good (In Person and Live Stream)
We live in fractured and uncertain times, and it’s increasingly clear that community is essential to navigating them with wisdom and heart. In this experiential course, we’ll work with the shamanic journey to explore the nature of these times, our personal roles within them, and how we can contribute to the collective good from a place of grounded awareness. Through shared intention, deep inner work, and the power of group practice, we’ll strengthen our connection to community and receive personal…
Find out more »The Shamanic Journey (Hybrid)
The Shamanic Journey is a method of accessing inner wisdom through a meditative state and is derived from a practice done by the healers and shamans of indigenous shamanic cultures for thousands of years. It’s also a great tool for anyone interested in doing deeper self-inquiry and healing. The shamanic journey offers a unique pathway to restore balance, alleviate stress, and awaken your true potential. Discover a nurturing approach to wellness that taps into the wisdom of the Earth and…
Find out more »December 2025
Working with the Weather Spirits and the Elements (Hybrid)
The primary goal in all shamanic practice is to bring the affairs of humans into balance with the affairs of nature. When human activity creates imbalances in the natural world, there is work to be done to correct these imbalances. This class offers you practices for more deeply aligning yourself with the forces of nature and offers tools to help restore balance to the places in nature that have been negatively affected by human activity. Special focus will be on…
Find out more »Winter Solstice Drum Circle (In Person and Live Stream)
Our drum circles are held four times a year on the solstices and equinoxes. The focus of our circles is on healing for individuals, the community, and the earth. Ours is the longest running drum circle in the San Francisco Bay Area, having started in 1998. The format for the circle includes calling power, drum circle meditation (or journey), healing circle and closing circle. Please note that this is not a jam or free form drumming (except for the calling…
Find out more »Depth Hypnosis Supervisory (Live Stream)
This workshop offers an opportunity for students to present client cases and ask questions about the finer points of Depth Hypnosis practice. This format allows students to learn from the issues coming up in other people’s practices while receiving personalized attention regarding their own questions. Students can also ask for tips to help in the management of their practices. Applied Shamanic Practitioners may also bring case studies and ask questions about their client cases. Wednesday, December 10, 2025 5:00 pm…
Find out more »January 2026
The Shamanic Journey (In Person and Live Stream)
Discover a deeply transformative path of healing and self-discovery in this foundational workshop with shamanic practitioner and somatic pioneer Isa Gucciardi, Ph.D. In this immersive course, you will learn the ancient practice of the shamanic journey—a powerful method of entering meditative states to access inner wisdom, gain insight, and restore balance. Rooted in the traditions of indigenous healers and adapted for the modern seeker, this practice offers a direct and personal way to connect with your own inner wisdom and…
Find out more »The Shamanic Journey (In Person and Live Stream)
Discover a deeply transformative path of healing and self-discovery in this foundational workshop with shamanic practitioner and somatic pioneer Isa Gucciardi, Ph.D. In this immersive course, you will learn the ancient practice of the shamanic journey—a powerful method of entering meditative states to access inner wisdom, gain insight, and restore balance. Rooted in the traditions of indigenous healers and adapted for the modern seeker, this practice offers a direct and personal way to connect with your own inner wisdom and…
Find out more »February 2026
Next Steps in the Shamanic Journey (Live Stream)
Next Steps in the Shamanic Journey invites you to deepen your confidence and mastery in the core practices of Applied Shamanism and the shamanic journey. In this experiential workshop, you’ll refine your ability to interpret journeys with greater clarity and learn to craft powerful questions that open new pathways of wisdom and healing. Sunday, February 8, 2026 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Pacific Time (12:00 pm – 5:00 pm Eastern Time) Registration and additional information via sacredstream.org
Find out more »March 2026
Spring Equinox Drum Circle (In Person and Live Stream)
Our drum circles are held four times a year on the solstices and equinoxes. The focus of our circles is on healing for individuals, the community, and the earth. Ours is the longest running drum circle in the San Francisco Bay Area, having started in 1998. The format for the circle includes calling power, drum circle meditation (or journey), healing circle and closing circle. Please note that this is not a jam or free form drumming (except for the calling…
Find out more »April 2026
Power Retrieval & the Middle World (In Person and Live Stream)
This immersive course offers students an in-depth exploration of key concepts in Applied Shamanism, including the Middle World, divination, power retrieval, and the importance of ethical practice. Emphasizing clarity, integrity, and safety, the course helps students develop their intuitive capacity and deepen their connection to inner guidance—learning how to trust and interpret the information they receive. Saturday & Sunday, April 11 & 12, 2026 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm Pacific Time (3:00 pm – 7:30 pm Eastern Time) Registration and…
Find out more »Power Retrieval & the Middle World (In Person and Live Stream)
This immersive course offers students an in-depth exploration of key concepts in Applied Shamanism, including the Middle World, divination, power retrieval, and the importance of ethical practice. Emphasizing clarity, integrity, and safety, the course helps students develop their intuitive capacity and deepen their connection to inner guidance—learning how to trust and interpret the information they receive. Saturday & Sunday, April 11 & 12, 2026 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm Pacific Time (3:00 pm – 7:30 pm Eastern Time) Registration and…
Find out more »Plant Medicine: Preparing and Integrating the Experience (Hybrid)
Join Isa Gucciardi, Ph.D. for this transformative course that will guide you through the vital steps of preparing for and integrating plant medicine experiences. In an era when conventional healing paths often fall short, plant medicine provides a gateway to the realms of spirit and inner knowing. Explore the wisdom of the natural world and learn how to integrate its transformative lessons into your life—cultivating balance, healing, and profound personal insight. Psychotropic fungi and plants*—such as ayahuasca, peyote, and psilocybin…
Find out more »Soul Retrieval & the Guiding of Souls (In Person and Live Stream)
In this advanced workshop, students will learn to recognize and resolve soul loss and guide souls in the Middle World—two powerful healing practices found in shamanic cultures across the globe. In shamanism, the spirit is understood to reside both within the body and beyond it. When a person experiences emotional or physical trauma, the shaman addresses the resulting wounds not only on a psychological or physical level but also at the level of the soul. Soul loss, a condition that…
Find out more »Soul Retrieval & the Guiding of Souls (In Person and Live Stream)
In this advanced workshop, students will learn to recognize and resolve soul loss and guide souls in the Middle World—two powerful healing practices found in shamanic cultures across the globe. In shamanism, the spirit is understood to reside both within the body and beyond it. When a person experiences emotional or physical trauma, the shaman addresses the resulting wounds not only on a psychological or physical level but also at the level of the soul. Soul loss, a condition that…
Find out more »May 2026
Next Steps in Soul Retrieval (Live Stream)
This course is designed to help you deepen your confidence and skill in the core shamanic practice of Soul Retrieval. Through guided instruction and experiential practice, you’ll expand your understanding of soul loss, learn to recognize it on multiple levels, and gain practical skills to support the retrieval process. Saturday, May 9, 2026 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Pacific Time (12:00 pm – 5:00 pm Eastern Time) Registration and additional information via sacredstream.org
Find out more »June 2026
Next Steps in the Guiding of Souls (Live Stream)
Step more deeply into shamanic practice with this immersive workshop designed to expand your confidence, skill, and presence in non-ordinary reality. In this course, you’ll deepen your understanding the advanced practice of psychopomp—the sacred art of guiding and supporting souls—and gain hands-on experience in working with this profound practice. Saturday, June 6, 2026 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Pacific Time (12:00 pm – 5:00 pm Eastern) Registration and additional information via sacredstream.org
Find out more »The Shamanic Journey (In Person and Live Stream)
In this life-altering workshop with shamanic practitioner and somatic pioneer Isa Gucciardi, Ph.D., you will learn to access inner wisdom and reestablish your relationship with the unseen powers of the Earth. Discover a nurturing approach to wellness that taps into the wisdom of the Earth, providing a deeply personal and rejuvenating experience that can lead to lasting harmony and vitality. Saturday & Sunday, June 6 & 7, 2026 10:00am – 4:00pm Pacific Time (1:00 pm – 7:00 pm Eastern Time)…
Find out more »The Shamanic Journey (In Person and Live Stream)
In this life-altering workshop with shamanic practitioner and somatic pioneer Isa Gucciardi, Ph.D., you will learn to access inner wisdom and reestablish your relationship with the unseen powers of the Earth. Discover a nurturing approach to wellness that taps into the wisdom of the Earth, providing a deeply personal and rejuvenating experience that can lead to lasting harmony and vitality. Saturday & Sunday, June 6 & 7, 2026 10:00am – 4:00pm Pacific Time (1:00 pm – 7:00 pm Eastern Time)…
Find out more »Summer Solstice Drum Circle (In Person and Live Stream)
We hold drumming circles to honor the season four times a year on the Solstice and Equinox. The focus of our circles is on healing for individuals, the community, and the earth. Sunday, June 7, 2026 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Pacific Time (8:30 pm – 9:30 pm Eastern Time) Registration and additional information via sacredstream.org
Find out more »July 2026
Advanced Applied Shamanism Retreat (In Person and Live Stream)
Learn shamanic healing techniques not taught anywhere else, discover and align with hidden aspects of yourself, and forge a stronger connection with the world of spirit. July 9, 10, 11, 12, 2026 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Pacific Time (12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eastern Time) and August 20, 21, 22, 23, 2026 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Pacific Time (12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eastern Time) Registration and additional information via sacredstream.org
Find out more »Advanced Applied Shamanism Retreat (In Person and Live Stream)
Learn shamanic healing techniques not taught anywhere else, discover and align with hidden aspects of yourself, and forge a stronger connection with the world of spirit. July 9, 10, 11, 12, 2026 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Pacific Time (12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eastern Time) and August 20, 21, 22, 23, 2026 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Pacific Time (12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eastern Time) Registration and additional information via sacredstream.org
Find out more »Advanced Applied Shamanism Retreat (In Person and Live Stream)
Learn shamanic healing techniques not taught anywhere else, discover and align with hidden aspects of yourself, and forge a stronger connection with the world of spirit. July 9, 10, 11, 12, 2026 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Pacific Time (12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eastern Time) and August 20, 21, 22, 23, 2026 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Pacific Time (12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eastern Time) Registration and additional information via sacredstream.org
Find out more »Advanced Applied Shamanism Retreat (In Person and Live Stream)
Learn shamanic healing techniques not taught anywhere else, discover and align with hidden aspects of yourself, and forge a stronger connection with the world of spirit. July 9, 10, 11, 12, 2026 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Pacific Time (12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eastern Time) and August 20, 21, 22, 23, 2026 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Pacific Time (12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eastern Time) Registration and additional information via sacredstream.org
Find out more »August 2026
Advanced Applied Shamanism Retreat (In Person and Live Stream)
Learn shamanic healing techniques not taught anywhere else, discover and align with hidden aspects of yourself, and forge a stronger connection with the world of spirit. July 9, 10, 11, 12, 2026 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Pacific Time (12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eastern Time) and August 20, 21, 22, 23, 2026 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Pacific Time (12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eastern Time) Registration and additional information via sacredstream.org
Find out more »Advanced Applied Shamanism Retreat (In Person and Live Stream)
Learn shamanic healing techniques not taught anywhere else, discover and align with hidden aspects of yourself, and forge a stronger connection with the world of spirit. July 9, 10, 11, 12, 2026 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Pacific Time (12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eastern Time) and August 20, 21, 22, 23, 2026 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Pacific Time (12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eastern Time) Registration and additional information via sacredstream.org
Find out more »Advanced Applied Shamanism Retreat (In Person and Live Stream)
Learn shamanic healing techniques not taught anywhere else, discover and align with hidden aspects of yourself, and forge a stronger connection with the world of spirit. July 9, 10, 11, 12, 2026 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Pacific Time (12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eastern Time) and August 20, 21, 22, 23, 2026 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Pacific Time (12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eastern Time) Registration and additional information via sacredstream.org
Find out more »Advanced Applied Shamanism Retreat (In Person and Live Stream)
Learn shamanic healing techniques not taught anywhere else, discover and align with hidden aspects of yourself, and forge a stronger connection with the world of spirit. July 9, 10, 11, 12, 2026 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Pacific Time (12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eastern Time) and August 20, 21, 22, 23, 2026 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Pacific Time (12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eastern Time) Registration and additional information via sacredstream.org
Find out more »September 2026
Fall Equinox Drum Circle (In Person and Live Stream)
We hold drumming circles to honor the season four times a year on the Solstice and Equinox. The focus of our circles is on healing for individuals, the community, and the earth. Sunday, September 20, 2026 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Pacific Time (8:30 pm – 9:30 pm Eastern Time) Registration and additional information via sacredstream.org
Find out more »December 2026
Winter Solstice Drum Circle (In Person and Live Stream)
We hold drumming circles to honor the season four times a year on the Solstice and Equinox. The focus of our circles is on healing for individuals, the community, and the earth. Sunday, December 6, 2026 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Pacific Time (8:00 pm – 9:00 pm Eastern Time) Registration and additional information via sacredstream.org
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