Lumiar
You are very much welcome to join our spiritual community, our sangha. I sense that spiritual community is something that people are missing, craving, whether they know it or not. We are creating a network of friends who can support each other, before and after the ceremony.
At Lumiar, we are a blend of many different spiritual traditions from around the world, but our foundation is firmly rooted in a lineage out of Brasil. We have six years of experience serving with care, integrity and respect. Our aim is to help you connect, heal, and awaken. We provide the best conditions for you to have a safe, profound and transformative experience. Beautiful music, amazing sacrament, and a peaceful location.
We specialize in guiding beginners through this experience for their first time by offering a calm and grounded level of service.
We do not discriminate. All who pass a medical screening interview are welcome, including military veterans and first responders who face some of the highest rates of occupation related PTSD in the nation, and are among those most in need of this service.
We declare ourselves a spiritual community and claim our birthright as American citizens to consume our sacrament under protection of the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, and the Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA).
Come visit our temple surrounded by the lush, green, mature forest of Washington State. Conveniently located on Whidbey Island, a relatively short distance from Seattle, yet far enough away to be peaceful and wild.
Our next gatherings will be in November 2025. Please send an email if you would like to learn more.
Aho, Aloha, Axé, Haux Haux, Kawsaypaq, Namaste, Skol!
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3 Reviews on “Lumiar”
Lumiar ceremonies have been transformational for me. Having done over a dozen now, they have helped me break open my defensive shell developed from a childhood of emotional neglect and abuse (cPTSD), something my first 10 year of various clinical mental health counseling approaches could not (That said, counseling is a wonderful practice to support and integrate what is felt and learned through these ceremonies). This experience provides for me a sort of neurological reset, removing the burdens of built up emotion that I resist feeling at times and cutting the chains of fear, worry and obsession. This deconstruction of my normal mind provides deep awareness and insights into how I experience the world, what I tend to block out, what I hold anger about but don’t acknowledge, and how I let my past burden my present. The release of these ceremonies allows me to feel, notice and choose differently as I step back into normal life. It is an incredible gift to be able to begin again.
The facilitators are wonderful people, each with over a decade of palpable experience with the medicine. They beautifully balance honoring the traditions the medicine came from, with a modern approach that leaves the participants safe to feel and fall deep into the work and experience without rules like noble silence or other traditions that may distract from being present with the work. Great attention is placed on every aspect of the ceremony as to keep it simple and safe for the participant. The facilitators listen and accommodate individual needs with great care and respect. The ceremonies have always been set at beautiful sites, imbibed with nature and humble peace. One of many aspects I love about these ceremonies and this community is the opportunity to get to know the other participants. Learning about the diverse lives, challenges and processes of folks that show up to do this work is heartening and a deep joy. If you’re looking for a safe, intimate setting in the heart of the PNW for a ceremony, this is the place. Aho!
This wasn’t my first time sitting in ceremony, but it was one of the most beautifully held spaces I’ve had the privilege to be part of.
I was hesitant as there are so many opportunistic “shaman” out there taking advantage of people trying to heal. I was so glad to be proven wrong.
The facilitators carry a quiet strength — no ego, no show — just deep presence, respect for the work, and a genuine love for the people they serve. You can feel how much care has gone into creating the space, both physically and energetically.
What stood out most was the balance of structure and softness. There was guidance when needed, but never pressure. There was reverence, but also room for laughter and humanity. The facilitators cultivated an environment where people could truly open, process, and connect — both within themselves and with others.
If you’re looking for a place where this work is approached with maturity, heart, and integrity, I can’t recommend this container enough. It’s rare to find facilitators who lead with this level of humility and clarity. I can’t wait to go back. ❤️
I’d like to share part of my journey with Lumiar. For much of my life, I struggled with PTSD and anxiety. By the time I was 45, I had tried a wide range of approaches—therapy, meditation retreats, medications, and even dietary changes—but nothing brought lasting relief. I honestly believed this struggle would be a permanent part of my life, and I felt broken.
When I joined the first ceremony, I wasn’t expecting much. I was there mainly to support friends who had committed, and I saw it as a chance to experience something new. But what happened over the weekend completely changed my life. I felt a sense of healing I had never experienced before, and for the first time, I realized that my PTSD and anxiety were no longer a part of my life. 30 months later, this is still the case.
It’s hard to attribute my healing to just the medicine itself. The community at Lumiar played a significant role. The leaders are incredibly welcoming, and their genuine care and wisdom helped all of us feel at ease. Their earnestness to the entire process, including the respect of the history and origins of the medicine, along with their professionalism helped foster a completely trusting environment where everyone felt safe. The physical setting is just as important. The building, nestled within lush greenery on private land, provided a safe and peaceful space to step away from the pressures of everyday life. Aho!