THIS PROGRAM IS PRESENTED BY
Alison Gayek
Alison Gayek brings a wealth of knowledge to her healing and teaching practices with over twenty-five years of experience. Alison trained under Eliot Cowan, and began her clinical practice in the late 1990s. In 2002, Eliot Cowan invited her to begin teaching with him and in the ensuing years became a fully trained teacher of Plant Spirit Medicine in the Eliot Cowan tradition.
Patrick Hanaway
At his core, Patrick is a healer and teacher. His passion and extensive knowledge of western and traditional practices makes him a generous resource. As an initiated Mara’akame (healer in the Wixárika tradition) and Firekeeper, he leads ceremonies and offers healing sessions to promote balance in people’s lives.
Plant Spirit Medicine: Growing Awareness of Nature
An on-line introductory course
WHEN:
Start now
WHERE:
Online, On-demand & Self-paced
TUITION:
$147
I am feeling such gratitude to have found this course, and to be a part of the bridge rebuilding between the plant people, the elementals and humanity. I'm honored to be heeding this call, and I feel so nourished by all of the rich teachings from the elders in this course who offer us their loving wisdom of the natural world. Thank you, thank you, thank you. ~ Pratibha Devi Rashad, Italy
This course highlights the profound influence that nature has on human life and offers guidance on how to deepen our relationship with it. It introduces Plant Spirit Medicine and the ability of plants to heal and nurture us at the spirit level. Students will learn from the practical teachings and spiritual guidance of Eliot Cowan, and the wisdom of indigenous elders and community leaders from various parts of the world. Students will be exposed to a worldview of the Five Element system as an expression and movement of energy through the natural cycles and seasonal characteristics of each element. The course will also explore the fundamentals of a shamanic way of life to foster connection with plants and their language through dream journeys.
The course will inspire you to relate to plants as living beings and recognize their generous source of help to enrich the quality of your life. Seeing plants as living beings allows us to recognize that we are part of them, and they of us – we are not separate. We are family. Through an introduction to the worldview of the five phases, you will learn a language for communicating with plants, listening and learning from them.
You will explore your relationship with the plants that live around you: the common plants that grow in your yard or surrounding area, the weeds that find their way through the cracks in the cement on the sidewalk, the trees that grace your streets and forests. With whatever types of plants and trees live near you, you will be able to perceive them with different eyes, through a new worldview.
I love the online course! I live in an area with almost no nature. And I was suffering a bit about that. But now I feel more there is such a big energy even from this little nature. My vision changed in this two weeks from ‘oh this poor plants’ to ‘waaw! They are little, but they are so powerful. Thank you for this. Looking forward to the following modules! ~ Katleen Vandamme, Belgium
An on-line introductory course
I am feeling such gratitude to have found this course, and to be a part of the bridge rebuilding between the plant people, the elementals and humanity. I'm honored to be heeding this call, and I feel so nourished by all of the rich teachings from the elders in this course who offer us their loving wisdom of the natural world. Thank you, thank you, thank you. ~ Pratibha Devi Rashad, Italy
This course highlights the profound influence that nature has on human life and offers guidance on how to deepen our relationship with it. It introduces Plant Spirit Medicine and the ability of plants to heal and nurture us at the spirit level. Students will learn from the practical teachings and spiritual guidance of Eliot Cowan, and the wisdom of indigenous elders and community leaders from various parts of the world. Students will be exposed to a worldview of the Five Element system as an expression and movement of energy through the natural cycles and seasonal characteristics of each element. The course will also explore the fundamentals of a shamanic way of life to foster connection with plants and their language through dream journeys.
The course will inspire you to relate to plants as living beings and recognize their generous source of help to enrich the quality of your life. Seeing plants as living beings allows us to recognize that we are part of them, and they of us – we are not separate. We are family. Through an introduction to the worldview of the five phases, you will learn a language for communicating with plants, listening and learning from them.
You will explore your relationship with the plants that live around you: the common plants that grow in your yard or surrounding area, the weeds that find their way through the cracks in the cement on the sidewalk, the trees that grace your streets and forests. With whatever types of plants and trees live near you, you will be able to perceive them with different eyes, through a new worldview.
I love the online course! I live in an area with almost no nature. And I was suffering a bit about that. But now I feel more there is such a big energy even from this little nature. My vision changed in this two weeks from ‘oh this poor plants’ to ‘waaw! They are little, but they are so powerful. Thank you for this. Looking forward to the following modules! ~ Katleen Vandamme, Belgium
WHEN:
Start now
WHERE:
Online, On-demand & Self-paced
TUITION:
$147
THIS PROGRAM IS PRESENTED BY
Alison Gayek
Alison Gayek brings a wealth of knowledge to her healing and teaching practices with over twenty-five years of experience. Alison trained under Eliot Cowan, and began her clinical practice in the late 1990s. In 2002, Eliot Cowan invited her to begin teaching with him and in the ensuing years became a fully trained teacher of Plant Spirit Medicine in the Eliot Cowan tradition.
Patrick Hanaway
At his core, Patrick is a healer and teacher. His passion and extensive knowledge of western and traditional practices makes him a generous resource. As an initiated Mara’akame (healer in the Wixárika tradition) and Firekeeper, he leads ceremonies and offers healing sessions to promote balance in people’s lives.
This course is a pre-requisite for the Plant Spirit Medicine Healer Training.
Now available with English or Spanish subtitles.
PROGRAM DETAILS
Contact us
Please let us know if you have any questions about this online program.
Learning Outcomes
Learn about the natural world as an expression and movement of energy and how to connect to it.
Learn the foundation of Plant Spirit Medicine and the influences of body, mind and spirit on our lives.
Explore the language of plants through the seasonal worldview and learn how each of the Five Phases live within each of us and influence our lives.
Understand the principles of deep sensory engagement with plants and the natural world based on respect and reciprocity as embraced by ancient healing traditions.
Learn the practice of entering a dream state to journey to your teacher and plants as an avenue to communicate and receive guidance.
* All of our programs are made possible by the generosity of our donors and volunteers.
Learning Outcomes
Learn about the natural world as an expression and movement of energy and how to connect to it.
Learn the foundation of Plant Spirit Medicine and the influences of body, mind and spirit on our lives.
Explore the language of plants through the seasonal worldview and learn how each of the Five Phases live within each of us and influence our lives.
Understand the principles of deep sensory engagement with plants and the natural world based on respect and reciprocity as embraced by ancient healing traditions.
Learn the practice of entering a dream state to journey to your teacher and plants as an avenue to communicate and receive guidance.
* All of our programs are made possible by the generosity of our donors and volunteers.
Contact us
Please let us know if you have any questions about this online program.
PLANT SPIRIT MEDICINE: GROWING AWARENESS OF NATURE PROGRAMS
BLUE DEER CENTER
1155 County Highway 6, Margaretville, NY 12455
Nestled in the Catskill Mountains on ninety three acres of land and forest, the Blue Deer Center is embraced by “Saskawhihiwine,” the river of peace. This land has been known for millennia as a place where conflict is resolved and illness gives way to balance. Blessed things happen here that cannot happen even a short distance away, for this sacred place offers unique spiritual medicine that supports your transformation.
Lodging and Meals
Lodging in rustic/charming farmhouses with private and shared accommodations available. To see pictures go to our Visit page.
Exquisite, local, farm-to-table meals – dairy-free, gluten-free (with vegetarian options).
Arrival and Departure
Please plan to arrive at the Blue Deer Center between 4 and 6 pm on the first day.
Travel information can be found by clicking on the link on your registration confirmation or on the Visit page. We invite you to check out the Participants Guide and How to Get Here to support you as you make your plans.
Cancellation Policy
Please review the specific cancellation policy for this program when you register.
1155 County Highway 6, Margaretville, NY 12455
Nestled in the Catskill Mountains on ninety three acres of land and forest, the Blue Deer Center is embraced by “Saskawhihiwine,” the river of peace. This land has been known for millennia as a place where conflict is resolved and illness gives way to balance. Blessed things happen here that cannot happen even a short distance away, for this sacred place offers unique spiritual medicine that supports your transformation.
Lodging and Meals
Lodging in rustic/charming farmhouses with private and shared accommodations available. To see pictures go to our Visit page.
Exquisite, local, farm-to-table meals – dairy-free, gluten-free (with vegetarian options).
Arrival and Departure
Please plan to arrive at the Blue Deer Center between 4 and 6 pm on the first day.
Travel information can be found by clicking on the link on your registration confirmation or on the Visit page. We invite you to check out the Participants Guide and How to Get Here to support you as you make your plans.
Cancellation Policy
Please review the specific cancellation policy for this program when you register.
PROGRAM IMAGE GALLERY
"What [this program] offers is nothing short of an incredible shift of world view ... plants have awareness, our dreams are as real as our waking state.
We are all deeply, deeply connected. "
Jan from Colorado
