Talks

Meeting at the Intersection of Buddhism and Shamanism with Isa Gucciardi (Hybrid)

In this series of highly experiential talks we will explore the commonalities and differences between these two powerful ancient wisdom systems and learn how we can bring the insights each provides into our daily practice. We will look at how each system brings the student into deeper forms of awareness and mastery. Each of these systems can be considered to be a psychology of wholeness and we will explore how such processes as initiation, visionary experience, dreams and dream yoga, energy medicine, vision quest, methods of engaging with transpersonal experience, and developing awareness of forms of transcendent power provide stepping stones to that sense of wholeness for each individual.

February 20 / March 27 / May 1
September 11 / October 16 / November 20
10:00 pm – 11:30 pm ET

Registration and additional information available at sacredstream.org.

A Special Evening with Lorna Byrne

Lorna is currently in the U.S. working on her new book and though she hadn’t planned on an event, she felt called to connect with her community while she’s here. This will be her only U.S. event in 2025, making it a special opportunity to see her live and in person!

Join Lorna Thursday, March 13th at The Sacred Stream Center in Berkeley, CA for a A Special Evening with Lorna Byrne – an evening of warmth, wisdom, and divine connection.

Thursday, March 13, 2025
7:00 pm – 9:30 pm Pacific (Doors at 6:00 pm )

Registration and additional information available at sacredstream.org.

Workshops

Integrated Energy Medicine Immersion (In Person and Live Stream)

In this workshop, students strengthen their capacity to perceive energy and channel it for healing, using techniques drawn from ancient Eastern philosophies and spiritual traditions from Japan, China, India, Tibet, and others. Students will also deepen their understanding of their own energy systems and learn how to enrich their lives by attending to energetic information and patterns more consciously. Counseling professionals will find developing these capacities useful in working with their clients.

Saturday & Sunday, February 22 & 23, 2025
9:00 am – 3:00 pm Pacific (12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Eastern)

Registration and additional information available at sacredstream.org.

Plant Medicine: Preparing and Integrating the Experience (Hybrid)

The millennial age has brought a renewed interest in using psychoactive plants and fungi for therapeutic purposes. Join Isa Gucciardi, Ph.D. to explore the use of plants and fungi like Ayahuasca, Psilocybin Mushrooms, San Pedro, and Iboga. This online workshop is designed specifically for those who are working with, considering working with, or simply interested in learning more about psychoactive plants. We will explore different kinds of plants, practices and settings for working with plants, and how to effectively integrate the experience with plant medicine. Counseling professionals will find this course useful for working with their clients.

Class Meeting
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm Pacific Time (8:00 pm – 9:30 pm Eastern Time)

Registration and additional information available at sacredstream.org.

Circles for the Earth (Live Stream)

Circles for the Earth is a monthly non-denominational healing circle for the earth. On the first Sunday of each month, at 5:00 pm Pacific Time, live online, we focus our attention on healing natural places that have been polluted, contaminated, or are experiencing the effects of climate change. You are invited to join Circles for the Earth in whatever way feels comfortable for you. For instance, you may be trained in Reiki or shamanic practices or you may simply pray, meditate, or send light. When you join, you can receive monthly updates on the work, a link each month to the live video conference, and an invitation to connect with other members and stay up to date.

Sunday, March 2, 2025
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Pacific

Registration and additional information available at sacredstream.org.

Depth Hypnosis Foundation Course (In Person and Live Stream)

Depth Hypnosis is a unique and highly effective therapeutic model that offers a clear path for healing and transformation. Developed by Isa Gucciardi, Ph.D., it combines elements of shamanism, Buddhism, transpersonal psychology, and hypnotherapy. This course leads to a Hypnotherapy Certificate (in Depth Hypnosis), and is one of the most comprehensive hypnotherapy education programs available. This workshop provides students with rich resources for personal transformation and for working with individuals on their personal healing path. Counseling professionals will find this methodology useful in working with their clients.

Module One: (Live Stream Only)
March 6, 7, 8, 9, 2025
9:00 am – 2:00 pm Pacific Time (12:00 pm – 5:00 pm Eastern Time)
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Module Two: (In Person and Live Stream)
March 20, 21, 22, 23, 2025
9:00 am – 1:00 pm Pacific Time (12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Eastern Time)

Registration and additional information available at sacredstream.org.

The Shamanic Journey (Hybrid)

The Shamanic Journey is a method of accessing inner wisdom through a meditative state and is derived from a practice done by the healers and shamans of indigenous shamanic cultures for thousands of years. It’s also a great tool for anyone interested in doing deeper self-inquiry and healing. The shamanic journey offers a unique pathway to restore balance, alleviate stress, and awaken your true potential. Discover a nurturing approach to wellness that taps into the wisdom of the Earth and the spirit world, providing a deeply personal and rejuvenating experience that can lead to lasting harmony and vitality.

Class Meetings
Monday, March 10, at 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm Pacific Time (8:30 pm – 10:00 pm Eastern Time)
Monday, March 24, at 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm Pacific Time (8:30 pm – 10:00 pm Eastern Time)

Registration and additional information available at sacredstream.org.

The Wisdom of Emotions with Khensur Thupten Tenzin Rinpoche (Hybrid)

In The Wisdom of Emotions, Khensur Rinpoche Thupten Tenzin will explore the anatomy of emotions, revealing how mental states will shape emotional responses. Drawing from Shantideva’s A Guide to the Bodhisattva Way of Life, he will share profound insights into working with our emotional experiences to foster a balanced and stable response to life’s challenges. Khensur Rinpoche, a revered Tantric master, will demonstrate how Vajrayana practice can help us connect with the core qualities of strong emotions, enabling us to transform them into powerful teachers. Additionally, he will offer practices to help loosen the attachments often embedded within difficult emotions, allowing us to approach them with greater awareness and equanimity.

Saturday, March 15, 2025
9:00 am – 11:00 am Pacific (12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Eastern)

Registration and additional information available at sacredstream.org.

Introduction to Depth Hypnosis (Live Stream)

The Dream Interpretation Series is a special gathering designed for individuals who would like more ongoing support to delve deeper into interpreting and understanding dreams for themselves and others. Dreams have long been regarded as windows into our subconscious, offering valuable insights into our inner world, emotions, and personal experiences. This series is for those who wish to continue their journey of self-discovery through the powerful tool of dream analysis.

Monday, March 17, 2025
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Pacific Time (8:00 pm – 9:00 pm Eastern Time)

Registration and additional information available at sacredstream.org.