facilitators
From the deep forests of the Amazon to healing spaces around the world, we are a heart-centered collective team united by a shared commitment to regeneration, cultural preservation, and holistic healing. Each of us carries a unique path and purpose, yet we come together to co-create a space of warmth, reverence, and deep care for all who arrive at The Nest.
benki ashaninka
Renowned spiritual leader, environmentalist, and advocate for the indigenous rights of the Ashaninka people in the Brazilian Amazon. Deeply rooted in the traditions and wisdom of his ancestors, Benki is dedicated to preserving the cultural heritage and natural environment of his people.
Ywmalay Pataxo
Environmental advocate and cultural ambassador of the Pataxó people. Committed to preserving her people's rich cultural heritage and protecting their ancestral lands, Ywmalay is an important voice in the fight for indigenous rights and environmental conservation.
luiza krapels
Therapist with a Master's degree in Psychology from the California Institute of Integral Studies in San Francisco. Her focus is on the intersection of Indigenous and Jungian psychology. She values the power of nature and the subconscious mind in the
healing process.
Andrew Soluna
Psychotherapist whose life and work have been deeply enriched by the Indigenous ritual use of Ayahuasca. Integrating clinical and depth psychology with a heart-centered approach, he practices somatic mindfulness and breathwork as trauma-informed anchors to foster safety in the body.
