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Frequently Asked Questions

It's completely natural to have questions before stepping into something new. Here are the ones I hear most often — answered with honesty and care.

✦ About the Work

Shamanic healing is one of the oldest spiritual practices on earth. It works with energy, intention, and the spirit world to help you heal, find clarity, and reconnect with your soul's purpose. It is not a religion — people of all faiths and backgrounds are welcome.

If you feel a quiet pull toward something deeper, if you're carrying grief or confusion, or if you simply sense there's more to who you are — this work may be exactly right for you.

A Shamanic journey is a form of guided spiritual travel. Using sacred intention, ceremony, and energy work, I travel on your behalf into non-ordinary reality — the spirit world — to retrieve information, healing, and guidance specifically for you.

You don't have to do anything during the journey except relax and be open. Afterward I share everything I experienced and received for you.

Soul retrieval is an ancient healing practice based on the understanding that trauma, loss, or overwhelming experiences can cause parts of our soul to fragment or "leave" as a protective response. This can leave us feeling disconnected, numb, or not quite ourselves.

During a soul retrieval session I journey to locate and return those missing parts, helping you feel whole, present, and fully alive again.

Spaces hold energy. The history of a home — the emotions, events, and people who have passed through — can linger energetically and affect how safe, comfortable, or peaceful you feel there.

A house clearing addresses this in a loving and ceremonial way. I work with the energy of the space, honor any souls that may be present, and help everything move forward so you can feel truly at home.

Spiritual life coaching combines practical guidance with soulful inquiry. Together we explore where you are, where you want to go, and what might be standing in the way — not just on a surface level, but at the level of your values, beliefs, and calling.

It's for people who want to live with more intention, clarity, and purpose — and who sense that their inner life and outer life need to be more aligned.

✦ Sessions & What to Expect

Every session is unique and tailored to you. We begin with a brief conversation about what brings you in and what you're hoping to experience. From there I create a sacred, held space and guide the work with intention and care.

Sessions are always private and one-on-one. You remain fully clothed throughout. There is nothing you need to "do" — just be present and open.

Remote sessions are just as powerful as in-person sessions. Here's how it works: we agree on a time, and at that time you find a quiet, comfortable place to relax — wherever you are in the world.

While you rest, I journey on your behalf from my sacred space in Sonoma County. Afterward we connect via Zoom and I send you a detailed written account of everything I experienced and did for you by email.

Many clients find remote sessions deeply moving and transformative. Distance is no barrier to this work.

No. Openness and curiosity are all that's needed. Many people come to this work skeptical and leave transformed. The only requirement is a genuine desire for healing or growth.

Most clients leave feeling supported, nurtured, and grounded — more themselves. Some feel a lightness or sense of relief. Others feel emotional as things begin to shift and integrate.

It's common to feel tired afterward as your body and spirit process the work. I recommend drinking plenty of water, resting if you can, and being gentle with yourself for a day or two following a session.

That depends entirely on you and what you're working with. Some people experience profound shifts in a single session. Others find that regular sessions support their ongoing growth and healing.

I never pressure anyone into a commitment. We start with one session and go from there based on what feels right for you.

✦ Practical Questions

I work from my home sanctuary in Sonoma County, California. The exact address is shared after booking. Remote sessions are available to clients anywhere in the world.

The best way to start is to text me at 415-378-0428 or complete the intake form on this site. We'll have a brief call first so I can learn a little about you and you can ask any questions before we begin.

There's no pressure and no commitment — just a conversation.

Remote sessions: $120 for 60 minutes — available worldwide via Zoom.

In-person sessions: $120 for 60 minutes · $160 for 90 minutes · $400 for 2–3 hours.

Payment details are discussed during our initial call.

I ask for at least 24 hours notice to cancel or reschedule a session. Life happens — I always try to be understanding. If you need to reschedule please just reach out as soon as you can.

No. Shamanic healing and spiritual life coaching are complementary practices — they work beautifully alongside medical and mental health care but are not a replacement for it. If you are working with a doctor, therapist, or counselor please continue to do so.

If you are in crisis please reach out to a mental health professional or call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) immediately.

I'd love to hear from you! Text me anytime at 415-378-0428 and I'll personally respond. There are no silly questions — I want you to feel completely comfortable before we begin.

Ready to take the first step?

No pressure — just a conversation. Text Ilena directly or complete your intake form to get started.

Text Ilena — 415-378-0428 Complete Intake Form