| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5572705 | EXPLORE: The Journal of Science and Healing | 2017 | 36 Pages |
Abstract
A semi-structured shamanic healing protocol was created with the following components: rapport building, power animal retrieval, extraction, compassionate spirit release, curse unraveling, soul retrieval, forgiveness/cord-cutting, aspect maturing/soul rematrixing, and divination. Six veterans enrolled in the study (mean age = 49.3 ± 13.1). Qualitative descriptions of the participants, their histories, and effects from the intervention are reported. Preliminary data was collected on PTSD-related outcomes. The protocol was found feasible and acceptable and recommendations for its future use are suggested. Future research is warranted and needed to evaluate the efficacy of shamanic healing as a potential therapy for veterans with PTSD.
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Authors
Helané ND, MCR, Lauri PhD, Angela MEd, Jan MEd, ShD,