Gnosis Clinic
Reconnect to Your Essence
Ayurveda & Ayahuasca Retreat
Peruvian Amazon - February 9th - 15th 2025
Are you ready to take clear action and face your fears, anxiety, anger, worries and all sorts of
unhealthy patterns that don't serve you?
Are you tired of not finding meaning in your life and want to reconnect to your essence and
align your life to your heart and soul?
You have tried multiple therapies and treatments but feel there is something deeper still missing?
Are you ready to go to the bottom of your issues but you want to do it in a supportive, safe and caring environment?
Then this retreat is for you.
As a Peruvian, I get asked many times where to go in Peru for an Ayahuasca ceremony. These shamanic ceremonies have become so popular lately in the West that it's now very difficult for foreigners to find the appropriate setting. So we decided to create it.
This is NOT an Ayahuasca "experience" or a 1 week retreat to just experience this medicine. This is a whole process of deep transformation to support you in your healing process and also spiritual journey. We will prepare you physically, emotionally and energetically with Ayurveda, psychotherapy, energy work and psychological astrology. You will benefit from the unique opportunity of merging these two powerful ancient traditional medicines Ayurveda Vedic wisdom and Shamanic medicine from Peru. These two sacred medicines work like a perfect match and support and enhance the process of deep transformation. We considered this preparation stage crucial to be able to meet the power of Ayahuasca in a much safer and also fruitful way. It is also respectful to the sacredness of what it means to work with the Spirit of this medicine. We believe that the power of Ayahuasca needs to be matched with appropriate on-going medical and psychological care as well as love and humility. After all, what really opens up our hearts again and heals our wounds is reconnecting with love (self-love, divine love, community love, etc). Our honest desire is to provide that space for you to heal individually and in a group.
We also consider equally important to integrate what you have lived in your encounter with Ayahuasca. We have noticed that in several occasions, it is difficult for people to make sense of the experience as it is so far from their cultural background and what is considered "normal" or even "healthy" in modern culture. So, we will support you through individual and group sessions to obtain the clarity needed after the ceremonies and to implement the changes you consider are important in your life.
More than just a retreat, you will also get:
- 1:1 preparation support sessions with Ayurveda, psychotherapeutic principles and energy work to prepare your body, mind, and soul and start your transformation process.
- Group preparation and integration sessions to develop a sense of community, so important when embarking in this journey in a group.
- Optional microdosing support, special energy healing sessions and psychological astrology sessions to further support you in this journey.
What is Ayahuasca and how it can help you?
Ayahuasca has been described by some Shamans as the Mother of all plants in the Amazon jungle and she truly embodies this! She is surely the most powerful and transformative medicine we have experienced so far. She will take you deep into your unconscious patterns to help you reconnect to your essence. The purpose of Ayahuasca ceremonies coupled with integration sessions is to create an inflection point in your journey to your true self. In this process, you will have the opportunity to connect to the most authentic and real part of yourself and establish healthier mental patterns and ways of thinking and relating in your life.
She is pure light and love and we are honoured to be able to share her with the respect and sacredness that working with her deserves. We describe her as "she" since we follow the shamanic tradition of her being a Spirit or Energy that has a consciousness on her own as any other living being.
A Gentle, Integrative Approach:
Nurturing Your Healing Journey
This retreat is designed to provide a harmonious balance between transformation and integration. We have thoughtfully crafted the program with a deep understanding of the importance of meditative and reflective spaces, allowing you to integrate each experience with sacred Plant Teachers, such as Ayahuasca and Tobacco. Rather than focusing on multiple Ayahuasca ceremonies, we believe true transformation often happens in the stillness between ceremonies, where the body, mind, and soul can fully consolidate the profound insights gained.
Our approach respects each participant's unique rhythm, honouring the pace needed to work through their deepest wounds with compassion and unconditional love. The preparation for this journey is crucial, ensuring you are physically, emotionally, and psychologically ready to face the challenges that may arise, while also embracing the love and beauty that unfolds when we release our pain.
Paradoxically, we have found that deep healing often occurs when we stop striving and instead allow ourselves to fully experience the present moment with openness and acceptance. We describe this process as a blend of masculine and feminine energies—balancing active transformation with the stillness and surrender required for profound healing.
Guided by Maestro Zadir Milla
A renowned Peruvian shaman and scholar with over 20 years of Ayahuasca experience, Maestro Zadir was trained in the Shipibo lineage and is celebrated for his expertise in Andean and Amazonian cosmology. He is a mestizo Shaman which allows him to act as bridge between the indigenous traditions and modern culture, so he can provide practical advice for modern society. Maestro Zadir has contributed extensively to the field through his research and publications, including seminal works on Andean symbolism and design. His expertise is rooted in a profound understanding of the semiotics of pre-Columbian Andean design, exploring the symbolic, spiritual, and historical dimensions of indigenous arts and architecture. We are privileged to have him guide our retreat, offering insights and practices that integrate the rich cultural heritage of Peru.
What you will get out this transformational programme & retreat:
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Two Ayahuasca Ceremonies: Dive deep into personal transformation under the guidance of Maestro Zadir.
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Two Tobacco (Rapé) Ceremonies: Experience cleansing and grounding through this powerful shamanic practice. Tobacco is the ideal partner of Ayahuasca and it helps to relax and prepare for the experience.
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One Mesa de Ofrenda Ceremony: Connect and offer thanks to the spiritual world guided with Maestro Zadir with powerful insights in Andean wisdom. This ritual will connect us to the womb of Mother Nature, Pachamama, so we can live a life in alignment to her.
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At least 1 group preparation session: via zoom before the retreat to prepare for this powerful journey guided by Dr Vanessa
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At least 1 group integration session: via zoom after the retreat to support you to integrate the experience guided by Dr Vanessa.
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Psychological and emotional support during the retreat: There will be group sharing circles to integrate the experience based on Andean wisdom with Maestro Zadir, psychotherapeutic tools with Dr Vanessa and Psychological Astrology with Noel. They will be supporting you through this journey.
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Holistic therapeutic sessions with Dr Vanessa: She combines Ayurveda, psychotherapy and energetic work to support patients in recovering from an illness. Mandatory for new patients.
Additional Preparation (optional but highly recommended):
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Psychological Astrology consultations with Noel: Psychological astrology can support you to identify the mental patterns and blockages that you need to work on to prepare you for the retreat.
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Ayahuasca Vine (Banisteriopsis Caapi) Microdosing therapy with Dr Vanessa: This involves taking small quantities of Ayahuasca vine medicine on daily basis together with psychotherapeutic integration. This therapy will allow you to become more aware of any unhealthy unconscious pattern as well as familiar with the way Ayahuasca medicine works.
Your guides
We are a couple whose lives have been profoundly transformed by the power of Ayurveda and Ayahuasca. Our healing journey began over 15 years ago, and since then, we have left our corporate careers in London to fully embrace our passion: sharing the wisdom of ancient traditional practices and helping people heal and reconnect with their true essence.
Dr. Vanessa M. Leon
Born in Peru, of Andean Quechua heritage, Dr. Vanessa trained at Barts and The London School of Medicine. An eternal student, she has explored various forms of alternative therapies and healing modalities. Dr. Vanessa believes that love is central in the healing process and continuously guides her patients in this journey to reclaim their health and well-being.
Noel Garcia Lagrenee
Noel is a Professional Astrologer, Ayurvedic Practitioner, and a dedicated student of shamanic traditions. Immersed in indigenous practices, he shares this ancient wisdom with deep respect and gratitude. He believes that developing awareness and consciousness is essential for spiritual growth and for walking an authentic life path.
Location & Setting
Location & SettingThe retreat will take place at the Wandari lodge, located 4 hours away from Cusco, the gateway to the mystical Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the world. The retreat's setting allows for immersive walks to experience the majestic beauty of the surrounding jungle. Doing the ceremonies in this setting fosters a strong connection with Mother Nature which is essential for profound healing.
Prices
Special early-bird prices (book before November 15th, 2024):
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Current patients : £1,575 / US$ 2,100 (includes all food, accommodation and transportation from and to Cusco)
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New Patients: £1,850 / US$ 2,475 (includes all of the above plus three individual Holistic Ayurveda consultations with Dr Vanessa prior to the retreat. Additional sessions will be charged separately).
Regular Prices:
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Current Patients: £1,795 / US$ 2,400 (includes all food, accommodation and transportation from and to Cusco)
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New Patients: £2,150 / US$ 2,875 (includes all of the above plus three individual Holistic Ayurveda sessions with Dr Vanessa prior to the retreat. Additional sessions will be charged separately).
Non-refundable Deposit: A £500 / US$ 655 deposit is required to secure your spot.
Who is this retreat for?
New and current patients are welcome to join us.
Places are limited and available on an application basis.
We aim to keep the experience intimate and personal and will be taking only a small group of people.
Each case will be reviewed individually to assess suitability for this retreat.