Yes, it is legal in the US and most other countries. Since it’s not a psychedelic, it will not get you high, and is seen as safe by all knowledgable about kambô.

• You will arrive fasted for no less than 7 hours and no more than 14 with only enough water to wet your whistle (sips here and there). Drink up to 1 cup of water every hour up to two hours before your session. Ensure you’re hydrated with electrolytes prior to fasting.

• A smoke cleansing will be offered to you upon arrival where we might discuss your intention for the ceremony.

• Sananga eyedrops will be offered.

• We will discuss where you’d like your points or gates. Typically 1-5 for first session.

• I burn gates with a small incense stick, only through the first two layers of your skin.The kambô enters through the bloodstream.

• You will drink up to 3/4 L of water while I prepare the kambô.

• Effects are usually felt in 1-5 minutes starting with a flush and elevated heartbeat. It feels awkward because there isn’t any movement but know it’s just a moderate exercise level. You might also feel heartbeat in the ears, lightheadedness/dizziness, nausea/purging, numbness and tingling of extremities and perhaps a sensation of swelling in the throat. All these are very normal reactions and won’t last longer than your session. Remember dots can be taken off anytime.

• I will remind you to breathe and we’ll leave the dots on for 20 minutes total. All symptoms will subside within 5-10 minutes of removing kambô.

• You will be able to rest and recover as long as necessary. Typically 10-30 minutes is all you’ll need.

• Before or after resting, hapé will be offered.

Sananga, known as bëcchëte to the Matasés, are very powerful eyedrops extracted from the shrub Tabernaemontana undulate. It‘s used traditionally to improve vision for hunting. We also appreciate it taking us ”out of our heads” and into our bodies prior to a kambô session. Its effects can last up to several days to weeks. Sitting with sananga can be challenging due to the burning one feels when the drop are applied. This is due to the tannins from the purified Amazonian river waters used during extraction. It’s always an option but not necessary during a kambô session.

Hapé (ha-pay) or Rapé (ra-pay) is a sacred shamanic stuff typically made with ash from medicinal trees and sacred, wild tobacco. It is blown into the nostrils through self-administration or by another. Hapé has a very grounding and balancing effect on the mind, body and spirit and has been used throughout the Amazon for hundreds of years. There are different types of blows that help in various ways. This can be discussed as an option before, during or after your kambô session.

You may have read that kambô is toxic and it’s more than likely due to the purging effect it can have on the body. Please know that your body is going through a slightly raising and lowering of the blood pressure along with lots of beneficial peptides entering at one time. Some of the peptides aid in smooth muscle contraction (think digestion) and this peristaltic action, while in a fasting state, can cause digestive secretions. This can cause stomach contents to be forced out the mouth or anus. Also know that purging isn’t just vomiting. It can be laughing, crying, shaking, sweating and even needing the toilet for a south purge.

Purging is NOT necessary and some will sit with kambô and never have any need to do so. However, if you’re feeling sick and your body is in the need, please allow things to progress naturally. It’s only the peptides at work.

• serious heart problems

• Elhers Danlos Syndrome

• medication for low blood pressure

• Addison’s Disease

• stroke history

• brain hemorrhage

• aneurism or active blood clots

• lack mental capacity to make decisions on one’s own

• serious mental health problems not including depression, anxiety & PTSD

• must be 6 weeks cleared from chemotherapy or radiation

• take immunosuppressants for organ transplant

• current or severe epilepsy

• recovering from a major surgical procedure (wait ~6 months)

• have taken bufo or 5-MeO-DMT within 6 weeks

• are pregnant or breastfeeding

CAUTION FOR THE FOLLOWING:

• taking sleeping or diet pills

• on a low to no sodium diet

• active drug and alcohol addiction

• fasting longer than 24 hours should be avoided one week before and after session

• colonics, enemas, liver flushes or any water-based detox should be avoided 3 days before and after session

I was trained in an extensive, in-person course with Tribal Detox. The top priority of Tribal Detox education is safety and respect to the client. I left feeling 100% confident in any scenario with a tremendous amount of support from the community of practitioners. Please peruse their website or reach out to me to gather any additional information.

Notice the sliding scale pricing below. Anything paid over the minimum will be used to serve other clients that don’t have as many resources. Kambô is and should be available to all. I will not turn anyone away but please know that my time is valuable and any donations are greatly appreciated. Let’s chat if these prices don’t suite your budget.

• First session is $200-$250 as it takes more time and explanation to ensure the client is comfortable and knowledgeable of the process.

• Follow up & group (up to 4 people) sessions are $155-$222.

• Package of three individual sessions used within six months are $422-$599 (~10% discount)

• One dot sessions are $50-$85.

• Please note that most sessions will be conducted from my space in Rockport, Texas. Fees may be included for travel.

Only cash, Zelle or Venmo is accepted.

• If I have to cancel the session for any reason, 100% of your funds will be returned or we will reschedule.

• If you cancel up to 48 hours in advance of your session, I will offer you a refund (minus $20 fee) or opportunity to reschedule.

• Cancellation within 48 hours of your session, you will be offered an opportunity to reschedule with a $50 fee.

• Emergencies, illness and other issues are always considered. I‘m human as well but policies are important to hold us accountable.