Anastasiya

Anastasiya is a firm believer that psychedelics have the potential to positively transform one’s life, and that the change in the world begins with the change in oneself. In her work, she combines the ancient art of yoga, modern psychology research, and the wisdom of plant medicines to assist people in reconnecting with their true nature and journeying towards inner peace.

She holds a degree in psychology and possesses practical experience in conducting therapy in various settings. She has worked in psychiatry in Ukraine and Tanzania, assisted in group therapy for Ukrainian refugees of war in Hungary, provided mental health consultations for children in India, and supported Ayurvedic patients in Sri Lanka. In her academic work, she has focused on topics such as addiction, self-regulation, and self-development. Her intrinsic interest in psychology drives her constant thirst for knowledge, with a particular emphasis on interpersonal, existential, and Jungian schools of thought. She has experience with CBT, holotropic breathwork, coaching, dance and art therapies, tDCR, hypnosis, mindfulness, counseling, and psychedelic therapy.

Anastasiya’s fascination with altered states of consciousness drove her towards the exploration of psychedelics which aligned with a sudden calling for yoga. Yoga and medicinal plants were crucial factors in helping her overcome life’s difficulties. Through personal experience she came to realize the therapeutic potential that they had to offer. The combination of both led to better self-awareness and self-acceptance. Anastasiya explored various yogic schools and techniques during the years, including Vipassana meditation, Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Antar Mouna, Pranayama, Iyengar, Yoga Nidra, sound baths, satsang, and kirtan.

Psychedelics combined with yogic philosophy, modern psychological paradigms and research findings, and the power of supportive community, nature, live music, and unconditional acceptance are main pillars of Anastasiya's work philosophy.