S1 E9 Myths, Truths and Fascinating Facts About Shamanism with Laura Martinez, LPC
In this conversation, Laura Martinez, licensed therapist, spiritual healer, and meditation guide, shares her journey and the integration of neuroscience, therapy, and shamanism in her work. She discusses the influence of her grandmother and the cultural background of shamanism. Laura explains the definition of shamanism and how it focuses on the belief that humans can heal themselves using their own resources and connection to nature. She also explores the use of psychedelic medicine, brainwave states, and accessing the subconscious mind to heal past trauma. Laura emphasizes that Shamanism is not a religion and focuses on compassion, light and love. In this podcast episode, Laura Martinez shares how a former client was able to break down the internal walls she had built to protect herself emotionally and find greater connection to herself and spouse.
Takeaways
Takeaways
- Shamanism is a modality of thinking and practice that empowers individuals to heal themselves using their own resources and connection to nature.
- The integration of neuroscience, therapy, and shamanism allows for a holistic approach to healing, addressing the mind, body, and spirit of each individual.
- Brainwave states, such as alpha, theta, and gamma, play a role in accessing altered states of consciousness and facilitating healing.
- Spirit animals are seen as guides and teachers, each with their own characteristics and lessons to offer.
- It is important to trust one's own discernment and intuition when exploring spiritual practices and to find alignment with personal beliefs and values.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:17 Influence of Grandmother and Shamanic Work
07:33 Cultural Background and Shamanism
07:49 Definition of Shamanism
08:17 Integration of Neuroscience, Therapy, and Shamanism
17:06 Working with the Subconscious Mind
20:05 Psychedelic Medicine and Ketamine
27:29 Brainwave States: Alpha, Theta, and Gamma
32:48 Addressing Religious Convictions and Shamanism
38:23 Spirit Animals and Their Significance
40:57 Conclusion and Where to Find Laura
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:17 Influence of Grandmother and Shamanic Work
07:33 Cultural Background and Shamanism
07:49 Definition of Shamanism
08:17 Integration of Neuroscience, Therapy, and Shamanism
17:06 Working with the Subconscious Mind
20:05 Psychedelic Medicine and Ketamine
27:29 Brainwave States: Alpha, Theta, and Gamma
32:48 Addressing Religious Convictions and Shamanism
38:23 Spirit Animals and Their Significance
40:57 Conclusion and Where to Find Laura
Creators and Guests
Host
Jane W Ballard
Jane Ballard, LCSW-S, CEDS, PMH-C, is a licensed psychotherapist and Alcohol Free Life coach. She is the founder of Jane Ballard Wellness, a private practice offering in-person counseling services in Dallas, TX and virtual individual and group coaching to women in the United States and beyond. After waking up to the realization that alcohol was a barrier to living her purpose, she set out to make information, support and connection more accessible to like minded women.
Guest
Laura Martinez, Therapist, Spiritual Healer, Author and Meditation Guide
Laura is a multifaceted professional, seamlessly merging her roles as a Therapist, Spiritual Healer, Author, Speaker, and Meditation Guide. Drawing on her scientific training and expertise in psycho-neurological issues, Laura enriches her approach with a deep understanding of shamanic practices, a legacy she inherited from her great-grandmother, the renowned healer Guadalupe Galvan Rivera (1906-1970).