Allyn Sims, European Master Shaman & Healer

Allyn Marshal Sims is the Lineage Holder and Bearer of the Isterfen Traditions of Shamanism and Sacred Arts and the founder of Ancestral Pathways International. He has been working within the Elder European path for over 30 years.

Allyn is an NLP/Hypnotherapy Trainer and Coach, he is a Shihan in Reibukan Jukijutsu and a Sensei in Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu and has training in Taoism, Tibetan Buddhism, and many other Mystery School Systems. Ancestral Pathways International is based on the belief that our clients’ needs are of the utmost importance. Our entire team is committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of our business is from repeat customers and referrals.

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The Courage to Win — Co-written by Allyn Sims

The Courage to Win — Co-written by Allyn Sims

In The Courage to Win: Shift Your Mindset and Conquer Every Obstacle, you’ll discover that courage is not the absence of fear, but the powerful choice to act despite it.

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Client-Centered Shamanic Hypnotherapy

Client-centered shamanic hypnotherapy embodies an integrative approach that harmonizes the ancient wisdom of shamanic practices with contemporary hypnotherapeutic techniques. At its core, this modality respects and honors the autonomy of the client as a unique individual with innate resources and capacities for self-healing and transformation.

The practitioner, acting as a facilitator rather than a prescriber, employs deep listening and attunement to the client's needs, consciousness, and intention. This partnership creates a safe, sacred space conducive to exploration and understanding of the inner landscape. Utilizing trance states—a natural and accessible aspect of consciousness—clients can access deeper levels of awareness, uncovering subconscious patterns and limiting beliefs.

Shamanic elements are woven into this practice through the use of guided imagery, totemic symbols, and nature-based connections, which evoke the wisdom and insights of the spirit realm. As clients journey inward, they may encounter archetypal figures, healing energies, and transformative visions that aid in resolving emotional pain and fostering a greater sense of self and purpose.

The process emphasizes the importance of the client's insight and experience; thus, outcomes are co-created, allowing for profound shifts and personal empowerment. This model transcends mere symptom relief, aiming for holistic integration and alignment with one’s life path.

In essence, client-centered shamanic hypnotherapy invites individuals to engage deeply with their psyche and spirit, unlocking the potential for profound healing and self-discovery, all while maintaining a respectful and collaborative relationship with the guiding practitioner. Such an odyssey reflects the synthesis of psychological insight and spiritual wisdom, facilitating a journey towards wholeness and authenticity.