Speaker Bio
Mandy has been working as a therapist for several years, specializing in Trans-personal therapy, Focusing, Voice dialogue, Regression therapy and Body & Breath works. Her commitment to learning and exploration is continuous, as she also serves as a trainer. She often reflects on the beauty of mutual learning in the field, viewing life as a journey of ongoing education and practice. Mandy appreciates that her clients teach her new things every day, constantly reinforcing the vital principle that as therapists and facilitators, it's crucial to practice what we preach.
ICPR 2024 Abstract
Navigating the high seas: Confronting the challenges of the psychedelic renaissance
Highlighting the crucial role of groups like Stichting LIAAN, Mandy will share a local experience of how ceremonial plant work facilitators can organize for self-regulation, creating ethical and accountability frameworks to promote health and legal safety both to guides and to participants. As a psychotherapist, Mandy's intervention underscores the complexity of trauma and the necessity of a holistic approach to therapy. By integrating a wide range of therapeutic modalities and advocating for the support of self-organized groups, her work exemplifies a comprehensive and compassionate path to healing, crucial for individuals navigating the aftermath of intense and challenging experiences, especially those that have suffered different kinds of abuse of power.