In this episode, I’m joined by Bertha Elena, a compassionate advocate and trailblazer in the field of psychedelic-assisted therapy. Together, we explore how this emerging modality can help address womb trauma—emotional scars stemming from fertility challenges, miscarriage, difficult births, and more. Bertha shares her deeply personal journey through infertility and how psychedelic-assisted therapy offered a breakthrough in her healing process.
Whether you’re navigating womb-related trauma or curious about new therapeutic approaches, this conversation offers insights into how psychedelics can unlock powerful healing experiences.
We Will Cover: - What womb trauma is and how it silently affects many birthing people - The role of psychedelic-assisted therapy in processing deeply held trauma - Bertha’s personal journey through infertility and grief - The importance of proper support and integration during psychedelic experiences - How to explore this healing modality safely and responsibly.
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Welcome back to The Mindful Womb Podcast! Today, I’m thrilled to share insights from an unforgettable conversation with Bertha Elena, a compassionate and pioneering advocate in the field of healing through psychedelic-assisted therapy. Together, we delved into the transformative power of this emerging modality for addressing deeply held traumas, including those centered in the womb space.
The Hidden Weight of Womb Trauma
Womb trauma—whether stemming from fertility challenges, miscarriage, difficult births, or even cultural and societal expectations around womanhood—is often a silent struggle. Many of us carry its emotional and psychological weight without realizing how profoundly it affects us. In our chat, Bertha shared her deeply personal journey of infertility, the medical complexities she faced, and how those challenges left emotional imprints that lingered long after physical healing.
One particularly eye-opening insight she shared was the distinction between the medical and psychological dimensions of trauma. As Bertha explained, “Trauma is not about the event itself, but how it impacts your emotional and psychological being.” This perspective was key to her journey of reclaiming herself from years of grief and internalized shame.
The Role of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy
Bertha’s healing journey took an unexpected turn when she explored psychedelic-assisted therapy. Initially skeptical and even fearful of substances, her curiosity grew as she learned about the controlled, therapeutic frameworks now being used to address trauma. She embarked on this journey with ketamine, a legal substance in the U.S., under the guidance of a supportive and experienced therapeutic team.
Her first experience was life-altering. “The medicine brought me to a place I didn’t expect—back to my own womb,” she shared. Bertha described vivid imagery of being in her mother’s womb, a safe and nurturing place, juxtaposed with the pain of her infertility. This duality became a gateway to processing her trauma on a deeper, emotional level—something traditional therapy hadn’t yet accessed.
What Makes This Therapy Transformational?
Psychedelic-assisted therapy works by creating a safe space to explore suppressed emotions and traumas. It enables a unique mind-body connection that allows buried feelings to surface and be addressed. For Bertha, these sessions illuminated how much of her pain was stored in her body, particularly in her womb and abdominal area. This “lightening” of emotional weight, she noted, has profoundly shifted how she relates to her body and her sense of self.
The Importance of Proper Support
Bertha emphasized the critical role of therapy in these experiences. Psychedelics aren’t a magic bullet; they’re tools that work best when combined with professional guidance. Integration—the process of unpacking and making sense of insights gained during the journey—is vital. As she pointed out, “What emerges can be intense or even unsettling, but with proper therapeutic support, it can lead to incredible healing.”
A Pathway for Healing
While the field of psychedelic-assisted therapy is still emerging, it holds promise for those grappling with womb-related trauma. Whether you’re navigating the aftermath of a traumatic birth, struggling with infertility, or seeking to heal from abuse, this modality could be a valuable addition to your healing toolkit. Bertha and her husband have even established their own practice, blending their expertise as psychologists to create safe and nurturing environments for others to explore this path.
Want to Learn More?
If you’re curious about psychedelic-assisted therapy, I encourage you to explore resources like Aracari Healing, Bertha’s practice, which offers retreats and individual therapy sessions. Educating yourself and seeking out experienced, compassionate practitioners are essential first steps.
Healing womb trauma is a deeply personal journey. For some, psychedelics may unlock doors to understanding and integration that have remained closed for too long. For Bertha, this journey has been transformative—not just in her healing, but in how she now supports others in theirs.
Here’s to embracing new modalities and finding healing in unexpected places. If you have thoughts, questions, or your own experiences to share, I’d love to hear from you in the comments below. Let’s keep the conversation going!
You can learn more about Bertha Elena and her work at: Aracari Healing
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