Jewel
I am a Licensed Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy Facilitator, Certified Life and Spiritual Coach, and Ordained Interfaith Minister.
Almost 40 years ago, I moved to Boulder to study Transpersonal Psychology, where I was introduced to the work of Carl Jung and Stanislav Grof who greatly expanded my understanding of consciousness, non ordinary states of consciousness and a much broader view of human experience.
While studying Transpersonal Psychology, I took my first class in energy medicine and a more holistic framework for healing took root, one that recognizes the integration of body, mind, and spirit. I went on to train extensively in energy medicine with Master Mary Burmeister and in shamanic healing with Sandra Ingerman. I began seeing clients in private practice and taught workshops and classes that helped others use these practices to support their own healing, growth and self empowerment.
Immersing myself in these ancient traditions naturally introduced me to the intentional use of plant medicine as a pathway for deeper healing, transformation, and exploration of consciousness. I began working with plant medicine, which has continued to be an important part of my personal journey.
While studying Transpersonal Psychology, I also took a graduate course called Death as a Spiritual Teacher. It inspired me to volunteer with Hospice, where I spent eight years accompanying people at the end of life and facilitating bereavement groups. I have also had the privilege of being present with family members and friends as they were dying.
In my late teens, I had several spiritual experiences that profoundly influenced the direction of my life. I attended an Interfaith Seminary, immersed myself in the world's mystical traditions, and became an Ordained Interfaith Minister. Meditation became an important part of my spiritual practice, including weeklong silent retreats with Adyashanti and a two-year training with Peter Fenner in meditation and contemplative inquiry. I went on to lead a non-denominational weekly meditation group for several years.
I believe spirituality can be experienced in a multitude of ways. For some, it is expressed through religion, faith, or meditation; for others, through nature, community, creativity, or a direct experience of being part of something greater than themselves. What matters is what feels meaningful and true for each of us.
My lifelong exploration of consciousness eventually led me to psilocybin-assisted therapy. When changes in psilocybin laws created the possibility for regulated therapeutic use, and emerging clinical research began demonstrating its potential, I felt called to train as a facilitator.
For me, this work brings together many of the threads of my life: consciousness, spirituality, transpersonal psychology, healing, meditation, grief, transformation, and the mystery of being human while also being part of something much larger.
Psilocybin can create a powerful opening for insight and transformation when approached with appropriate preparation, intention, a safe and supportive setting, careful attention to dosage, and the presence of a trained facilitator.
My greatest strengths as a facilitator are presence, deep listening, and the ability to remain grounded when someone is moving through unfamiliar territory.
I don't see myself as having the answers for you. Instead, I offer a steady, compassionate presence in which you can encounter your own inner wisdom. I listen without judgment, honor the uniqueness of your experience, and support you in making meaning of what arises.
I regard this work as sacred and am continually humbled by the courage it takes to enter the unknown.
My hope is that through this work you may develop a deeper relationship with yourself, discover greater compassion for the parts of you that have struggled, and find renewed trust in your own capacity to navigate life.
Bachelor of Science in Community Development - B.S.
Central Michigan University, MT Pleasant, MI
Transpersonal Psychology Master’s Degree Coursework
Boulder Graduate School, Boulder, COOrdained Interfaith Minister - OIM
One Spirit Interfaith Seminary, NYC
Certified Life and Spiritual Coach - CLC CSC
Life Purpose Institute, San Diego, CACertified Psilocybin Assisted Facilitator - CPAT
Fluence, Portland, OR LicensedLicensed Psilocybin Assisted Therapy Facilitator - Oregon Health Authority
Licensed Psilocybin Assisted Therapy Facilitator - Colorado Natural Medicine Division
Holotropic Breathwork Training
Stacia Butterfield, Naropa Institute, Boulder, CO
IFS – Internal Family System Training
Dick Schwartz, Boulder, CO
Hospice End of Life, Bereavement Care, and Group Facilitator
Tru Hospice, Lafayette, CO
Radiant Mind – Non-Dual Awareness Mentor Training(s)
Peter Fenner, Boulder, COShamanic Healing Training(s)
Sandra Ingerman, Santa Fe, NWReiki Levels 1 & 2 Training(s)
Usui Shiki Ryoho, Denver, CO
Jin Shin Jyutsu (Japanese Acupressure) Practitioner Training(s)
Mary Burmeister JSJ Inc., Scottsdale, AZ