TESTIMONIALS
“Andrew has a way in which he is able to safely guide people through ceremonial experiences. I believe it is because he is grounded in his approach and has not taken any shortcuts in his journey to learn these ways. I observe this in the sense of calm that I feel and the sense of trust that has been developed over many years of working together. I can also attest to having witnessed many others have similar positive experiences working with Andrew.”
— Kevin W.
“Andrew has the skill of a good ear. He listens with presence and an open heart and he responds with thoughtfulness and wisdom. Leaving any conversation with Andrew I always feel heard and as if in the presence of a very wise and kind soul.”
“Andrew was my guide for a couple of ceremonies. It seems all who meet Andrew can feel his kindness and warmth right away. For me, it was like an instant friend. His love and gift for guiding/ healing is shown in his dedication and discipline. From the way he prepares each of us pre-ceremony, to how it's conducted in a traditional and safe manner, I knew right away I was in good hands. I so appreciate an intuitively skilled but also trained guide and the attention to detail, in my opinion, truly helped create an incredible experience for me. Andrew was along side of us on our journeys holding space, but also keeping time. Each step of the journey was planned out and explained by Andrew so I always knew what was happening and why. His knowledge and years of experience with ceremonies shines through the whole time and never did I ever feel unsafe or not held. I really do look forward to being in ceremony with him again soon!”
— Gina M.
“Andrew was truly amazing, the way he listens and understands makes you feel heard and cared for. He was able to use the things going on in your life and ask deep and meaningful questions back to you. Unlike traditional therapists, I felt understood and cared for in a way I have not before. Andrew was able to provide a truly comfortable and supportive space for our ceremony. The few weeks and days up to our ceremony we had a few calls which really helped prepare me for what was to come and give him background on my situation, and he was able to use all those things in our ceremony. I felt very prepared and ready for it. During the ceremony Andrew was professional and respectful to tradition. As I am slightly uncomfortable with spiritual side of these things, he did an amazing job”
— Matt W.
“Andrew has been a guiding light for most of my life. In fact.. this man has flat out saved my life on multiple occasions. His ability to allow you to be vulnerable, feel safe, and truly listen to you with an open mind and heart is what makes him so special.”
— David N.
“I've done two retreats with Andrew and, both times, he made me feel safe, at ease and was immensely supportive in my journey. He is very experienced and knowledgeable with the use of [plant medicines] in a ceremonial context. His advice was invaluable in my preparation for taking Ayahuasca. I highly recommend working with Andrew - I'd felt uneasy about taking Ayahuasca, so I attended a retreat with his teachers in September 2024 while he was also there, and his presence and guidance was very helpful”
— Radhika M.
“I feel so deeply grateful and blessed to have been guided by Andrew in my first ceremonial experiences. From the moment we met, I immediately felt in excellent hands. He supported me throughout all the steps with patience and care: he offered me active listening and concrete support during the mental/ emotional preparation to the ceremonies; he created a safe and non-judgmental space for the whole group during the ceremonies, and he provided precious guidance and tools on how to understand and integrate the insights received into my everyday life. I'm sure his support has been fundamental to allow the experience to root deeply within me and to make it an integrated part of who I am today.
It’s often scary to take a deep plunge into our inner world - exciting, enriching, transformative, but also potentially frightening. That’s why having someone who can hold space for you makes all the difference in the world. Andrew's calm and grounded presence, his deep knowledge of the medicine, combined with his wise and reassuring spirit made me feel completely safe and guided as I embarked in my inner journey. Those ceremonies represented a pivotal moment in my personal development, and I couldn't be more thankful to Andrew to provide the ground for making it possible.”
— Illaria D.
“From the first time I met Andrew, I felt cared and in a safe space to confidently face my first experience with psychedelics. Right from the start Andrew helped me to focus on the intent for which I wanted to have this experience..and staying focused on the intent was the key to having 100% successful ceremonies. Even after the ceremonies, Andrew always remained available to clarify my many questions and was very helpful in the integration process.
Andrew's presence, calmness and experience create the perfect conditions for feeling in the right place and in total safety during a ceremony. Integration and support calls serve to clarify any doubts. Andrew's supportive approach helps not to feel intimidated and to be able to clarify fears and obstacles.”
Nadia G.
“Andrew is the one that brought these sacred ceremonies to me and many others that I know. He turned my random mushroom experiences into a full fledged respect for these teachers to the point where I wouldn't engage with these medicines unless it was in ceremony. My first time sitting with Andrew in ceremony I knew in my heart that this was his calling. For him it came natural. His gentleness, kindness and utmost respect for these ways of sitting with these powerful modalities of healing create a perfect environment for any individual to let go and go through whatever emotion that needs to be released at that moment in time. With Andrew, I promise you are in good hands.”
— David N.
“Andrew demonstrates expertise, professionalism, and wisdom from start to finish. Before the day of ceremony even arrives, Andrew is sure to contact all those involved directly to have a one on one conversation. These intake calls are crucial to set the tone for how ceremony will be. During the actual ceremony, Andrew is extremely aware of all that is going on within the space and shows great reverence to the traditions. He is incredibly able to orchestrate the ceremony with grace and gentleness while also holding a firm hand when it is needed. I look forward to ceremonies with Andrew because I know they are always conducted within proper principles, I simply feel safe and held. Andrew takes care of you from start to finish even after the ceremony is complete. He believes integration is an important part of the experience and makes an effort to support you in that integration. I would highly recommend Andrew to anyone looking to sit with medicine.”
Jesse B.
“My experience with Andrew as my first ceremonial guide in my first-ever psychedelic medicine journey was incredibly caring, deeply spiritual, and truly otherworldly. From the moment I committed to the retreat, Andrew was available to answer any questions, ensuring I felt comfortable and supported. The pre-ceremonial space was deeply intentional, and I felt the profound reverence Andrew held for the medicine, the participants, and his spiritual guidance—led by his ancestors and the celestial and earthly beings. During the ceremony, the space, songs, and prayers were held with the utmost love and respect for my individual journey. The post-ceremonial support was equally thoughtful, with Andrew’s presence and availability providing a safe container for reflection and integration. His intentional work was timely and invaluable in helping me fully process my experience. I highly recommend Andrew as a ceremonial guide. I couldn’t have asked for a safer, more honorable experience.”
Angela W.