Drew Souders - Shamanic Healing & Coaching
step into your power and your purpose
Hey there! My name is Drew and I’m a shamanic practitioner living in Richmond, Virginia.
Are you:
constantly distracting yourself with work, phone, food, or substances in order to ‘numb out’ and not have to feel… something?
going to therapy, but seem to be running up against the same old walls?
feeling the gentle pull towards something deeper - some sense of purpose?
Let’s set up some time to connect and see if shamanic healing sessions might be right for you.
About Me
I had a pretty wonderful childhood growing up in Cincinnati, Ohio, but suffered a mental/physical/spiritual crisis by the time I hit my third year at the University of Virginia. I was majorly depressed and spent weeks at a time isolating in my room; developed serious addictions to alcohol and nicotine; and even experienced states of mania and mild psychosis.
I was fortunate enough to come across some spiritual guides and approaches that put me back on my path. Meditation and somatic therapy helped me to rest, get sober, and get out of my head and back into my body. Writing, tarot, and wandering in nature allowed me to reconnect to my intuition and vital life source. And shamanism lit me on fire, helping me connect to my power, reframe my narrative and step into my purpose as a healer.
I still have plenty of work to do on my own healing journey, but I would be honored to share some of the tools that worked for me and be your humble guide as you discover your own path.
What is Shamanism?
Shamanism is an ancient energy healing tradition that can be found in indigenous cultures all over the world. The lineage that I am a part of comes from the Q’ero Indians of the high Andes of Peru, the last descendants of the Incas. While shamanism may sound new and ‘out there’ to people in the US, other cultures have been using these approaches for thousands of years to heal their people from mental and emotional problems.
I love shamanism because it helps us move beyond the level of mind and personal stories to address trauma where it is really stored - in the body and in the energy field. Come to a shamanic practitioner with an issue in your life and we will help to follow it back to the source, heal it on the energetic level, and open a doorway for you to step into a new way of being. Shamanism is considered a rapid spiritual path, the path of fire, and it’s amazing to see how fast someone’s life can change after just a couple of sessions.
What Can I Expect from a Session?
Shamanic energy healing sessions last about an hour. For the first part of the session we’ll chat about your intention, or what brought you in to see me. For the remainder of the session we’ll work in sacred healing space to move energy and address the root cause of the issue. When working with a new client, it’s recommended that we start with three sessions:
Illumination: An illumination is a process of identifying where an issue lives in your energy field and removing it through directed energy flow and guided meditation techniques.
Extraction: An extraction is similar to removing splinters or toxins from your energy field. Just as you would remove a physical splinter to prevent infection, we extract harmful energies or attachments that may prevent you from embodying your true self.
Soul Retrieval: Sometimes, when you experience a trauma or a challenge in life, a piece of you breaks off in order to keep you safe. In a soul retrieval, I go on a journey to retrieve that piece for you and reintegrate it into the whole.
Of course you could choose to do just one session, or many sessions - everyone needs something different. I also tend to mix in some techniques from somatic psychotherapy, Hakomi and Internal Family Systems as the need arises. I have three beautiful tarot decks and will pull cards for any clients who are interested.
Please note that all offerings are just as effective when done virtually as in-person!
OFFERINGS
An important concept in shamanism is what the Q’ero call “aiyne,” or sacred reciprocity. This means providing an equal energetic exchange in all things that you do - giving in the order of what you have received.
I believe the following offerings are in aiyne - fairly compensating me for the time and energy I put into the work, while offering multiple tiers of support, knowing that different folks have different resources. That being said, I never want cost to be the factor that prevents an important connection - please reach out to me and let me know if you need special accommodations.
Shamanic Healing Session - $150 for 1 hour
We will work together to identify a root cause of an issue you’re facing, follow it back to where it lives in your body and in your energy field, heal it, and open a doorway to help you step into a new way of being.
Coaching & Integration Session - $100 for 1 hour
I’ll act as a humble guide to help you step into your power and your purpose, pulling from the traditions of Shamanism, Zen, Somatic Psychotherapy, Hakomi, Internal Family Systems, and more.
This may also be a great option for folks who have done a shamanic healing session and need a touchpoint to help them integrate new energies, perspectives, and/or soul pieces into their lives.
Liberated Life Package - $600 $499
Ready to take a deep dive and transform your life? With the Liberated Life Package, you will receive:
Three (3) Shamanic Healing sessions
Two (2) 45-minute Coaching & Integration sessions
That’s a $600 value, offered at $499.
Let’s move together towards a more liberated life.
Free Discovery Call
Opportunity to connect one-on-one for 25 minutes to learn more about each other before deciding whether or not to dive deeper.
TESTIMONIALS
Hima Abu-Sitta - Buffalo, New York: “Over the past 15 years, I’ve worked with numerous healing and shamanic practitioners, but my time with Drew stands out in a profound way. From our very first session, I felt an immediate sense of safety and love in his presence. Drew’s non-judgmental approach creates a sacred space where true healing can unfold.
Through his guidance, I’ve not only healed deep mental and emotional wounds but also experienced significant physical healing. His intuitive insights and compassionate care have been a beacon of light on my journey. I’m deeply grateful for the transformative work we’ve done together. Drew is a gifted healer and a true blessing to anyone seeking deep, authentic healing.”
Frank Krueger - Santa Cruz, California: “Drew has this way of creating a space that feels both grounding and liberating. Imagine a full day of relaxing in saunas, deep conversations, and getting a massage. That level of relaxation, but make it last. It wasn't just a fleeting moment of peace; it was a profound ease I worked to weave into my everyday life for weeks afterward. Drew's work isn't a band-aid solution; it's more like embarking on a journey to peel back layers and really get to the heart of what's going on beneath the surface.”
Maria Cooper - San Diego, California: “My time with Drew was EXACTLY what I wanted and needed. He is deeply intentional with how he approaches each session and made me feel at ease before beginning. Drew created a safe container that allowed me to receive the messages that I was needing to hear, and continued to hold that space for me afterwards as I processed what came to the surface. To this day, I am still journaling about what we discussed in our session. I feel so lucky that this type of work is available and I cannot recommend Drew enough!!! Truly a beautiful and expansive experience from start to finish.”