“Shamanism is an ancient system of methods based on the realization that we do not have to restrict ourselves to working in one reality when we need assistance. There is a whole other reality to help us in our lives, a reality full of beauty and harmony that is ready to provide us with the same kind of wisdom that has come to outstanding mystics, seers, and the greatest scientists.” Michael Harner.

Harner Shamanic Counseling (HSC) was originated by Michael Harner, Anthropologist and author, and his wife, Sandra Harner, in the 1980s, based on his earlier devised Core Shamanism. In essence, the clients become practitioners of divinatory shamanism for themselves, with the help and guidance in ordinary reality of the shamanic counselor. One of the features of HSC is that the real shamanic counselors are in non-ordinary reality. These are wise teachers that the clients encounter in their shamanic journeys and who provide answers to the client's questions. The ordinary reality HSC counselors, in contrast, provide instruction, orientation, and methodological advice based upon core shamanism and shamanic journeying.

HSC uses electronically provided sonic-driving to alter the state of consciousness of the client in order to go "outside of time" to utilize ancient shamanic problem-solving methods. The client is trained in the method of simultaneous narration and recording of the shamanic journey in order to amplify the quality of experience and to have an ongoing record of the journeys. Through their experiences in the shamanic journey, clients have the opportunity to discover their own abilities to obtain extraordinary, practical and wise answers to important personal questions, overcome inhibitory fears, and to acquire self-confidence and incredible heartfelt wisdom. With this, the client commonly experiences a sense of personal empowerment and a new-found joy in existence.

Harner Shamanic Counseling is a problem solving system for discovering your own personal power and gaining wisdom needed to deal successfully with daily life. HSC promotes autonomy, having the ability to make your own decisions and receive information on how you can take action. This method allows you to recognize independence from external control and influence to obtain answers, direction, guidance and healing.

Since HSC is a spiritual rather than a psychological system, it is not necessary for an HSC counselor to be a professional psychotherapist or other counselor. If you are working with a licensed psychologist or psychiatrist you are encouraged to let them know about your interest in participating in the HSC sessions and if they have questions they are welcomed to contact me for more information. Your personal information and experience are ethically and strictly protected and only shared with your permission unless you have shared information about self harm or harming others.

What the HSC offers:

The HSC is a five (5) week commitment of one (1) session per week for 1 ½ to 2 hours. You will be shown how to use sonic driving (drumming) to embark on a Shamanic Journey to meet with and work with your helping animal and teacher. You will narrate and record your journey session , will summarize your experience then the recording will be played back for you to make notes on your own observations. The Counselor will make notes during your journey narration, will not be advising, interpreting or offering any feedback other than helping you to begin each session. Special care will be used to assist you in creating clear and concise questions for your journey experience. The ingenious beauty of this practice is that you will actually learn how to practically apply the wisdom and information you receive.

When you develop an ongoing and personal relationship with the caring beings, and regularly seek their counselling you will discover that you have a new power and authority in your life. You have an opportunity to evolve into the person you have always wanted to be. You are often given powerful and brilliant information you would not have received in any other way. The difference is that these experiences which happen in another state of consciousness have the power to both heal and transform.

What you can achieve with your personal journey:

Here a a few possible outcomes from your sessions depending on your intention: Guidance Problem-solving Direction Clarity Spiritual counselling Completely compassionate recognition

Equipment Requirements:

The client will be required to bring a recording device/audio player (phone or dedicated recorder) that can play back with a good speaker that can be heard by two people at the same time and have sufficient memory to record and save up to 3 hours of audio for 5 sessions. Highly recommended but not mandatory, a plug-in lapel microphone. Please ensure all equipment is fully charges and ready to use.

On the 1st session the client will be given their own Mindfold eye covering and a Steno Pad, and pen which you will be required to bring each session. You will also be provided with a blanket, pillow and yoga mat during the session. The counselor will provide a headset so you can clearly hear the steady drum beat used as part of the journey process.

You are required to abstain from alcohol and recreational drug use for the entire 5 weeks of sessions. If the counsellor suspects the client is under the influence of alcohol or drugs then the sessions will be cancelled without refund.

Shamanic Counseling is not suitable for those who are suffering with severe mental health issues, including amongst others schizophrenia, psychosis, bi-polar, and narcissism. It is not suitable for those being medicated for mental health issues.

To make an appointment and ask questions:

Please feel free to contact me at thepointnaturals@gmail.com and from there we can set up a phone call or zoom meeting to discuss your interest and book your Harner Shamanic Counseling sessions.

Pricing:

In-person, five (5) sessions, Shamanic Counseling Package - Weekly 90 minute to two hour Sessions $1125.00 (no tax) via payment to this web shopping cart, etrnsfer or cash.

Also Available:

In-Person, Shamanic Counseling Follow Up Session - 60 minutes - $150.00 (no tax)

In-Person, Shamanic Counseling Follow Up Session -90 minutes - $225.00 (no tax)