“In the Western tradition there is a recognized hierarchy of beings, with, of course, the human being on top—the pinnacle of evolution, the darling of Creation—and the plants at the bottom. But in Native ways of knowing, human people are often referred to as “the younger brothers of Creation.” We say that humans have the least experience with how to live and thus the most to learn—we must look to our teachers among the other species for guidance. Their wisdom is apparent in the way that they live. They teach us by example. They’ve been on the earth far longer than we have been, and have had time to figure things out.”
―Robin Wall Kimmerer
physis RECIPROCITY Wheel
Physis Reciprocity Wheel is a space for peer support, reflection, and inquiry, composed of a transdisciplinary and transcultural collective of professionals—including mental health practitioners, traditional healers, researchers, social scientists, creative practitioners, legal experts, policymakers, and environmental advocates—working at the intersection of psychedelic-assisted therapy, Sacred Plant Medicine, social justice, and biocultural conservation.
This is not a transactional space; it is a relational one. There is no exchange of money—we aim instead to create a space where knowledge and experience can be shared in mutual respect.
Born from a shared sense of ethical responsibility, our Wheel is a community-building endeavour and an ongoing experiment in collective reflection, relationship, and reciprocity. It is grounded in a commitment to maintaining integrity—clinically, environmentally, and in relationship with the wisdom carriers of Indigenous traditions—and was developed in response to the growing interest in Sacred Plant Medicines and their commodification within the so-called “Psychedelic Renaissance,” as well as the increasing trend of spiritual tourism, which often overlooks the depth, complexity, and cultural context of these practices.
Within this container, we explore the cultural and systemic dynamics at play—such as the legacy of colonialism, extractivism, hyper-individualistic and capitalist approaches to care, and the structural inequities embedded in many therapeutic modalities. These include both subtle and overt forms of appropriation and marginalisation shaped by gender, class, race, political and economic pressures, and disconnection from community and ecology.
Our gatherings foster ethical dialogue on the impact of the Psychedelic Renaissance. We examine key issues in the field, including the effects of spiritual tourism on Indigenous communities, extractivist mentalities, cultural appropriation, sustainability, and the decolonisation of knowledge systems. We aim to hold a space for critical reflection and to explore respectful, emergent models for addressing cultural trauma.
We recognise the intrinsic connection between personal well-being, ecological awareness, and the wider ecosystems we inhabit. In cultivating this understanding, we hope to inspire a deeper sense of responsibility for our planet and our more-than-human kin—encouraging actions that honour our interdependence.
Through mutual exchange and collaboration, we nurture a space where all participants can contribute to—and benefit from—the collective wisdom and harmony of the group. If you’d like to join the conversation, feel free to reach out.
Love can do nothing, but without it nothing can be done.
— Krishnamurti
Philanthropic Support for Biocultural Conservation & Research
MENTORING
Over the past twenty-five years, alongside my formal studies, I have sought guidance from mentors in various fields of interest, including artists, art curators, historians, musicians, entrepreneurs, doctors, curanderos and Indigenous people of the Americas, psychotherapists, Jungian analysts, and psychedelic therapy researchers and guides. I place great importance on apprenticeship and mentoring, as these relationships have been instrumental in my personal and professional development. This approach reflects a long-standing tradition of knowledge transmission that values lived experience, intuitive insight, and relational depth over rigid structures. Throughout much of history, knowledge has been passed down through generations via long periods of apprenticeship—deep, embodied learning rooted in relationship, responsibility, and mutual respect. This ethos continues to inform how I approach my work.
Much of what I now offer is rooted in my own personal research—an evolving, multidisciplinary inquiry shaped by years of study, experience, and deep listening. This body of knowledge is something I’m committed to sharing and passing down with care, humility, and integrity.
In the world of psychedelic-assisted work and therapy, the question of how to scale care is often posed—yet care, as a human practice, is already deeply embedded in our lives. It is inherently relational, responsive, and context-bound. Many standardised training programs and certifications—especially those designed for online attendance only and lacking an experiential component—are created with the intention of ensuring safety. However, they can inadvertently cut corners, reducing care to checklists and metrics. A certificate may attest to attendance, but it cannot certify one’s integrity, presence, or capacity to navigate the profound relational and spiritual dimensions of this work.
As such, mentoring becomes a vital part of cultivating practitioners who can hold this work with depth and authenticity. I offer mentoring to trainee and qualified counsellors, psychotherapists, and other healthcare providers in my areas of expertise. Through mentorship, we establish a partnership that supports your ongoing growth—not only professionally, but personally and ethically. This process can deepen your practice, expand your understanding, and ground your work in embodied care and reflective awareness. It is through these slower, more organic relationships—rather than through rapid, standardized systems—that we sustain integrity, nuance, and ethical responsibility in this delicate and powerful field.
