Sacred Immersion Training Program

Immerse yourself in the unique Sacred Immersion Training Program - an extraordinary opportunity for individuals seeking to create and hold sacred space for profound healing through plant-spirit medicine.

Stay Tuned for 2025 Information!

As part of our commitment to broadening the impact of our training, we are thrilled to announce
​the option of traveling to share our transformative program with communities nationwide.

Questions: Please email [email protected]

In the fall of 2022, we launched our Sacred Immersion Training Program (SIT), and since then, we've undergone significant enhancements. Our program now welcomes all individuals interested in acquiring the skills to create safe and sacred spaces with our plant allies. We've enriched the content, providing more relevant material and immersive opportunities. Additionally, we've lowered the investment, aiming to make this transformative experience more accessible.

The SIT Program offers a unique opportunity for those ready to incorporate safe and sacred practices into their repertoire of transformational plant-spirit medicine therapy. The program spans three days of virtual learning, including Zoom gatherings for connection and supervision, followed by five days in-person, allowing participants to firsthand experience the ceremony and sacredness.
"This is an amazing learning opportunity to discover and understand a way to help people like no other modality. And these two sweet, gentle, caring souls have wonderful gifts and so much to offer. They not only teach the mechanics of the process but their specialty is the spiritual aspects of this training. And to me, that is the most important part of this training." ~ WN
"Michaelene Ruhl, PsyD is a voice I trust. Her background in psychology, Family Constellations, and ceremony - plus just her endless kindness and brilliance - contributes to that trust." (See more from Jeffrey below)
                                                                                            - Jeffrey Davis, Chief Tracker at Tracking Wonder
Beware, the renewed fascination with psychedelics. Let's not take another reckless trip.

There's a lot of conversation and activity these days related to psychedelics, plant medicine, and micro-dosing. 
It's a fascinating phenomenon for me to track as Chief Tracker at Tracking Wonder. Watch skeptical journalist Michael Pollan's Netflix documentary How to Change Your Mind, and you'll soon be tracking wonder in profoundly disruptive ways. Watch the film Fantastic Fungi, same. 

The medicinal potential and the (and I use this word purposefully) revolutionary healing potential demands more of us to pay attention. But...
some people are treating plant medicine again like pills to pop for fun trips. And I've come across a few people, not-so-balanced, claiming themselves as "trip guides."

What are we missing? What cautions should people take? Who qualifies as a "guide"? Could these guides learn the art & science of holding sacred space for people's integration?
I've worked with Michaelene's business for a few years through Tracking Wonder's Inner Circle MasterMind. She asks us to slow down and remember the sacredness of the medicine, the experience, and especially the integration. She aslo destygmatizes the value of plant medicine in ways that have opened my mind.

Integration = how do people make sacred meaning of their experiences so they're able to adjust and transform on multiple levels.

She and her business partner/co-facilitator also have designed and delivered transformational trainings expressly for health care practitioners, therapists, and others who want to learn how to hold safe and sacred space for people who integrate plant medicine into their healing journeys.

You might share this information with anyone you think could benefit - health care practitioners, therapists, and others.
And definitely follow Michaelene if you want a reliable, caring voice in this conversation.  - Jeffrey Davis, Chief Tracker at Tracking Wonder
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In the evolving landscape of healing and psychology, traditional therapies and pharmaceuticals have proven ineffective for many clients, especially in recent years. This has led to growing frustration and a sense of helplessness for both practitioners and clients. The need for alternative options beyond prescription medications, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), meditation, talk therapy, narrative therapy, etc., has become increasingly apparent.

Having engaged with experienced healing practitioners, we've identified a shared desire and passion to explore transformational plant-spirit medicine. There is a collective interest in learning how to create safe and sacred spaces and utilizing these practices therapeutically to provide hope and support to clients facing challenges, including those labeled with "treatment-resistant depression" and similar conditions.

Many practitioners have expressed a lack of understanding or training in creating and maintaining safe and deeply-held spaces for their clients or even themselves. In response to these needs, we are honored to introduce the Sacred Immersion Training Program. This program aims to empower practitioners with the knowledge and skills to connect clients to their deepest selves, fostering transformational healing in an environment imbued with compassion, care, and authenticity.

For further details, including logistics, tuition information, and application instructions, please continue reading below. We look forward to the opportunity to connect with you, providing support in this safe and sacred approach so that you, in turn, can guide your clients in breaking through barriers and finding forward momentum in their lives.

Become part of an ancient healing modality where...

  • Uncover the profound intentions within yourself, your clients, and the plant-spirit medicine.
  • Offer your clients transformative gifts that may expedite their healing journey.
  • Experience personal and professional growth as you assist others in initiating or progressing on their healing paths.
  • Explore and expand your own gifts, potentially reshaping your practice and contributing to global healing, one patch of the planet at a time.
  • Embark on a journey that intertwines ancient wisdom with contemporary healing, creating a holistic approach to well-being for yourself and those you serve.

Is this for you?

What we're offering...
  • Are you a dedicated healing practitioner with substantial expertise?
  • Do you aspire to guide your clients into a profound state of healing and heightened conscious awareness?
  • Are you compelled to create a safe and deeply-held space, enabling your clients to gain insight into their life purpose?
  • Do you wish to provide more comprehensive alternatives beyond the limited options of the medical model and prescription medications?
  • Have you encountered challenges in addressing certain clients' chronic ailments despite your expertise?
  • Do you feel a calling to access additional resources to support clients stuck in unhealthy patterns, aiming to foster healing within your practice?
  • Do you recognize the sacred nature of deep healing, sensing something profound when transformative shifts occur?

If these resonate with you, our Sacred Immersion Training Program may be the next step in your journey as a healing practitioner. Join us in creating a space for profound healing, growth, and transformation.
  • Immerse yourself in ancient and contemporary advanced methodologies designed to guide you in holding safe and sacred space for profound healing.
  • Gain insights into detecting your clients' diverse states of consciousness, enhancing your ability to tailor your approach to their unique needs.
  • Acquire the knowledge and skills to seamlessly integrate plant-spirit medicine therapy into your professional repertoire.
  • Experience not only transformation and growth as a practitioner but also on a personal level, enriching your journey in both realms.

Our offering is a holistic exploration, empowering you to elevate your practice and foster deep healing experiences for yourself and your clients. Join us in this transformative journey towards greater awareness, proficiency, and personal development.

Why we created SIT...

Michaelene

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My Own Story

My personal journey has ignited a profound passion within me to serve others, leveraging my established and evolving gifts. It is a privilege to create and maintain safe and sacred spaces, allowing individuals to embark on or continue their healing journeys. By holding this space, we collectively contribute to a positive impact on others' healing and the world at large.

In the expanding field of plant-spirit medicine, it is crucial to recognize and uphold the sacred nature of these medicines. This involves acknowledging their origins, the wisdom and cultivation practices of indigenous peoples, ancestral and community connections, and respecting the sacred experiences of clients.

The burgeoning interest in plant-spirit medicine brings with it the responsibility to safeguard the sacredness of these practices. Unfortunately, in my past experiences with various healing modalities and alternative approaches, I've observed the tendency for sacredness to be overlooked, set aside, dismissed, or overshadowed by capitalist interests. For me, this is a profound concern and a driving force behind creating a training program for others interested in this healing work. The emphasis is on prioritizing people/clients and the plant-spirit medicine itself.

I firmly believe that having more individuals willing and qualified to hold deep, safe spaces in this manner is beneficial for individuals, societies, and the world. The core values of sacredness, respect, honor, and the ceremonial holding of space should always take precedence when engaging in this transformative work.

Martina

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When Michaelene invited me to co-facilitate this Sacred Immersion Training one of the first questions I asked myself was WHY would I embark on this journey?

As I sat with this question I was reminded that my first teacher on my healing path was a shaman trained in The Pachakuti Mesa Tradition. She taught about AYNI which means reciprocity, the relationships that exist among people as well as their relationship with Mother Earth, Pachamama. I learned that being in right relationship included not just our human relations but our relationship with all of Pachamama's inhabitants, animals and plants. Over the years all the teachers that I have studied with have added depth to this understanding for me. 
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For so many people our Western allopathic paradigm has not been successful in addressing healing and transformation from pain, suffering, trauma and illness. I have witnessed this first hand in my years as a RN in the medical community. Now many people are turning to plant spirit medicine to seek help and healing of the body, mind and spirit.

​Having spent many years doing this work for myself in a sacred ceremonial way I felt the heart call to become part of a training that honors and teaches the importance of creating sacred space and being in right relationship with these plant spirit teachers. To understand the need for wisdom and discernment when doing this work. To hold a safe and ceremonial healing space to unlock our own inner wisdom, self healing capacity and to connect to Spirit in our own authentic manner.

Mission & Devotions

Our mission and devotions are as follows:
  • Prepare individuals who aspire to create and maintain the safe space and groundedness inherent in this people-centered process.
  • Educate and prepare those eager to understand the sacredness embedded in plant-spirit medicine.
  • Provide support to others in crafting their personal definition of sacredness, establishing a person-centered process, and fostering a sense of responsibility and respect for both the plant itself and the overall healing process.
  • Cultivate intimate, safe, and sacred spaces for people to embark on a journey of learning, growth, and healing. We aim to empower individuals to create similar spaces for themselves, fostering a community dedicated to mutual support and transformation.
The Sacred Immersion Training Program is a comprehensive 5-month hybrid program totaling 51 hours, blending Zoom sessions with in-person experiences. It offers an immersive journey for healing practitioners who are prepared to integrate safe and sacred transformational plant-spirit medicine therapy into their professional repertoire. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to create and share this safe, sacred space with you, empowering you to extend these transformative practices to others in your own healing journey.
It's important to note that this training in no way promotes, condones, or facilitates illegal activity. It is strictly for educational purposes, aiming to provide insights and knowledge derived from our personal and professional experiences. Our intention is to offer a platform for learning and growth within legal and ethical boundaries.

Benefits, Objectives, Experiences

Sacredness

For us, sacredness embodies calm expansion, a state of being grounded and present, infused with intentionality. It involves the practice of conducting and participating in ceremony and ritual, fostering a deep connection to the Life Source—a force greater than ourselves that we can collectively hold for each other. In essence, it is a holistic and intentional way of experiencing and interacting with the world around us.

Core Learning Objectives

Expand Knowledge and Versatility:
Enhance your understanding of energy, sacredness, and your adaptability as a practitioner, specifically in addressing areas of depression, anxiety, and trauma in your clients.

Safe and Sacred Use of Plant-Spirit Medicines:
Acquire comprehensive knowledge about the process of utilizing plant-spirit medicines safely, therapeutically, and with a sacred approach. This includes guidance from the initial meeting, preparation, and immersion to the crucial integration phase.

Holistic Understanding of Plant-Spirit Medicine and Sacredness:
Explore the dimensions of plant-spirit medicine and sacredness on mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual levels. Develop a nuanced understanding of how these elements interconnect to facilitate holistic healing.

Self-Discovery and Professional Growth:
ngage in a journey of self-discovery, evolving as both an individual and a practitioner. Discover new facets of yourself and your role as a sacred space holder, contributing to personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Practice Expansion:
Expand your professional practice in a whole new way, integrating safe and sacred transformational plant-spirit medicine therapy.

Safe and Sacred Space Creation:
Develop the skills to hold safe and sacred spaces for your clients, creating an environment conducive to profound healing journeys.

Accelerated Healing Journeys:
Support and accelerate your clients' healing journeys by incorporating transformative plant-spirit medicine therapy into your practice.

Versatility and Support:
Enhance your versatility as a practitioner, providing effective support to clients dealing with areas of depression, anxiety, trauma, and assisting them in finding meaning in their lives.

Deep Relief for Clients:
Aid your clients in gaining relief from challenging issues, fostering a sense of meaning and purpose in their lives through the therapeutic use of plant-spirit medicines.
Personal and Professional Growth:
Experience personal and professional growth as you navigate this transformative program, unlocking new dimensions of your abilities and understanding.

Community Connection:
Join a community of practitioners on a similar journey, providing mutual support and fostering a network of like-minded individuals.

Meaningful Practice:
Cultivate a more meaningful and purposeful practice, aligning with the core values of sacredness, respect, and compassion.
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​Embark on a journey that not only enriches your practice but also brings profound benefits to your clients and contributes to your own growth as a practitioner.

Transformational Healing

Research on this modality has demonstrated its remarkable ability to break through longstanding barriers, aiding both practitioners and clients in moving forward while processing trauma and alleviating symptoms of challenging emotional experiences. In our Sacred Immersion Training (SIT) Program, we are dedicated to honoring and supporting you on the journey to discovering the sacredness inherent in being a practitioner who creates and holds safe and sacred spaces for themselves and others.

The in-person weekend session, which is a required part of the program, is designed to be transformational, informational, ceremonial, and experiential. An additional benefit of this program is that you have the opportunity to undergo personal healing while simultaneously learning how to guide others through their sacred journeys. This dual focus on personal and professional growth creates a unique and enriching experience for participants.

Community & Connection

Our unwavering intention is to consistently create safe and sacred spaces, ensuring that each participant receives everything they need at any given moment throughout this transformative process. This commitment extends to our Sacred Immersion Training (SIT) Program, where we facilitate a deeply healing journey both personally and in communal settings.

To promote community and connection, we employ various methods throughout the training, such as:
Interim Meetings:
Holding regular meetings between weekends to maintain connection and foster a sense of community.

Monthly Cohort Supervision:
Organizing monthly cohort supervision meetings over the course of the 4-month program, providing ongoing support and guidance.

Communication via Email:
Utilizing email communication to share information, updates, and resources, fostering a continuous sense of connection.

Ceremonial Spaces:
Creating ceremonial, safe, and sacred spaces during the weekends where participants can share, connect, and support each other in their journeys.

By weaving community-building activities and supportive structures into the fabric of the training, we aim to create a network of practitioners connected by shared experiences, mutual support, and a commitment to holding safe and sacred spaces.

Immersive & Integrative Experience

Our Sacred Immersion Training (SIT) Program is designed to be an immersive experience on multiple levels. We firmly believe that the most effective learning comes from direct experience and immersion into the practices we aim to impart. Throughout the program, you will delve into the intricacies of creating, preparing, and holding safe and sacred space across various levels of consciousness—mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual. This knowledge is applicable not only to your own journey but also to supporting your cohorts and clients.

The immersive experience extends to understanding transformational plant-spirit medicine and its interaction with different levels of consciousness. You will explore various aspects of yourself, assuming roles as a person, sacred space holder, and practitioner. The program encourages you to define what sacredness means to you personally and how it manifests in your practice.
The integrative nature of the program is highlighted through community connections with fellow participants, fostering a deeper understanding of yourself and others. This holistic approach ensures that you learn not only the practical aspects but also the sacred dimensions, creating a well-rounded foundation for your personal and professional growth.

FAQs

What is included in the sit program?
  • 50+ hours of learning and supervision
  • 20 years of facilitator and plant-spirit medicine experience
  • Training manual
  • Recorded meditations
  • 3 Zoom date learning connections
  • 5-day in-person retreat style ceremony for learning and growing
  • Lunch for in-person dates
  • Opportunity to experience Family Constellations
  • Support within a sacred and confidential community
  • and more...
what is the application process?
  1. Fill out the online application ($18 application fee)
    1. ​You must sign a non-disclosure agreement which will be sent via email after receiving your application.
    2. Fall 2023 Application Window Open NOW
  2. 20-minute Online Interview conducted between TBD
  3. Intake/Questionnaire
  4. Deposit (due TBD)
when will my deposit be due?
Your deposit is due 3 days after your invitation to join us. This solidifies your space in the program.
when will my remaining balance be due?
Your remaining balance will be due on TBD unless you select one of the payment plan subscriptions.
how many people will be in the program?
We believe a small, intimate group will work best so anywhere between 4 and 10 people.
will i be able to miss any time?
No.  All dates and times are mandatory to complete the program as the information builds on itself. Illness, family emergencies, etc. will be considered upon an individual basis. (See exact dates and times in the logistics section below.)
are there reading requirements?
Yes. When you are accepted into the program, you will be emailed the list of reading requirements.
what other requirements are there?
  • Zoom Meet & Greet TBD
  • Zoom Teaching Gatherings TBD
  • ​In-Person Gathering TBD
  • ​Others will be discussed upon joining the program.
what about lodging and location?
  • Spring information coming soon.
what is the general schedule? 
​(may be subject to change)
Zoom Teaching Gatherings
  • 3 online teaching days in a row
​In-Person Gathering
  • ​5 days of in-person gathering 
What is the cancellation policy?
  • SIT Program refund policy: before TBD, partial refund of 50%
  • No refunds after TBD.
When is the next SIT Program offering?
Our next Sacred Immersion Training Program is scheduled for 2024.

For those interested in the Sacred Immersion Training Program at your Sacred Site, we offer the option of conducting the 5-day in-person training at your location. If you are considering this alternative or would like more information, please reach out to Michaelene or Martina via email.

For inquiries and details, please email:
We look forward to providing more information and assisting you in your journey towards the Sacred Immersion Training Program.

More Questions?

Application Process 

Application Process Overview:
  1. Fill out the Online Application:
    1. Initiate your application process by selecting the photo above or the button below. Note that there is an $18 application fee.
  2. Non-Disclosure Agreement:
    1. Upon submitting your application, you will receive an email containing a non-disclosure agreement. This step is essential for maintaining confidentiality.
  3. 2024 Application Window:
    1. The application window for Spring 2024 will be communicated at a later date. Keep an eye out for updates.
  4. Online Interview:
    1. If your application progresses, a 20-minute online interview will be scheduled, with dates varying according to availability.
  5. Questionnaire:
    1. Complete a questionnaire as part of the application process.
  6. Deposit Submission:
    1. A deposit of $1955 is required within 3 days after acceptance. An invoice will be sent to you for payment.

Please note that you will receive email communications at each stage of the process, guiding you to the next step. After receiving your official welcome email, ensure the deposit is submitted within the specified timeframe.

For further details on logistics and dates, please refer to the next section below. We look forward to connecting with you on this sacred journey!

Logistics

Mandatory Dates

Zoom Dates
Meet & Greet
TBD
6 pm - 7:30 pm ET

3 Zoom Learning Days
10:00 am - 3:00 pm ET

TBD
In-Person Dates
Retreat-style 5 days
Weds 10 am - Sun 3pm

TBD
Cohort Supervision Dates​
On ​Zoom
​at 11:00 am ET
TBD
Our in-person session is informational, ceremonial,
experiential, and mandatory.

​One bonus of this program is that you get to do some healing for yourself, while learning how to dive deeply with others through their sacred journeys of life.

Location & Lodging

Michigan
​(and in 2024 could be at your Site)
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The exact location and other lodging information will be given ​upon acceptance into the program. 

Tuition

Tuition includes:
  • 50+ hours of learning and supervision
  • 20 years of facilitator and plant-spirit medicine experience
  • Training manual
  • Meditation recordings
  • 3 Zoom date learning connections
  • 5-day in-person retreat style ceremony for learning and growing
  • Lunch for in-person dates
  • Opportunity to experience Family Constellations
  • Support within a sacred and confidential community
Tuition:  $4955
Deposit: $1955
Payment Plans
1. Deposit + payment in full
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2. ​Deposit + 2 payments 
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3. Deposit + 3 Payments 
Our next Sacred Immersion Training Program
will be in ​2024 and...

We now offer our Sacred Immersion Training Program at your Sacred Site:
We are willing and honored to come to your location
and facilitate the in-person training days.

​To connect with Dr. Michaelene for more info,
​please email by selecting button below.

Holders of Safe and Sacred Space
Michaelene Ruhl, PsyD
co-facilitator
"It is my honor to create intimate, safe, and sacred spaces for people to learn, grow, and heal by supporting them in learning to do the same for themselves and others."
Email Michaelene
Martina Molloy, RN, LMT
co-facilitator
"Each person is a unique being of body, mind and spirit and I incorporate all of my experiences to create safe, confidential, environments for personal healing and transformation."
​Email Martina