Here are a few things we have found to be helpful to those seeking a shamanic practitioner.
* Talk to the practitioner before you go to them. You need to trust
this person if you are going to gain from the work. You may want to talk
to more than one person to find someone appropriate.
* In shamanic practice, the spirits decide what work is appropriate
and will communicate this to the shamanic practitioner. Try not to take it
personally if the practitioner comes back to you and suggests other work than
you asked about.
* Ask the practitioner questions about their experience. Who trained
them, how long have they been practising shamanism? Reputable practitioners
will be up front about their experience and training.
* Payment. In traditional societies healers are seen as highly valued
members of their communities and are rewarded with valuable gifts for their
work. In our culture many healers charge a monetary fee. If you can't afford
what they are asking, you may be able to do some sort of exchange. You won't
know unless you ask.
Members of the Core Shamanic Practitioners' Circle are all trained shamanic
practitioners and are committed to working in a clear and ethical way. Click
here for a list of members.