What is Kambo?

Kambo is a traditional indigenous medicine derived from the secretion of the Amazonian giant monkey frog. It initiates a powerful cleansing process that affects the body on physical, emotional, and mental levels.

It has been used for centuries by indigenous tribes both as a medicine and as an aid for obtaining focus. Its strong healing properties have the ability to clear out viruses, pathogens and harmful bacteria from the body. Kambo can be a powerful tool in trauma healing, helping release stored emotional and physical blockages, promoting deep purification and emotional clarity.

A natural method of healing, Kambo is a somatic medicine that focuses on healing through the body’s physical sensations, different to other medicines that work by altering the mind and consciousness.

Kambo is applied topically to the skin using a hot vine or incense stick, making a very small burn on the top layer of the skin, where the medicine is then applied. Applying the Kambo this way allows the medicine to communicate with the lymphatic system and brain in order to make it journey to the areas of the body that require healing. Whilst the medicine runs through the body, it stimulated the endocrine glands of the brain triggering the body to dump toxins into the gut which are then cleared through the purging process during the session.

Having worked with Kambo as part of my own healing journey, I took the decision to train to practitioner level under Natalie McIntosh, now working with this magnificent medicine to support those on their own healing journey.

What is Trauma?

Trauma occurs when we experience a  sudden negative event that happens too fast and without our consent. When Trauma occurs, instant responses tend to be one of Fight, Flight, Freeze or Fawn which all cause stress and inflammation in the body. In the natural world animals can deal with trauma through taking time to regulate their breathing and “shake” the episode off to expel the energy from its nervous system and continue their day.  

The Preparation

If you are feeling called to journey with the frog, the process begins with:

• Free discovery call, enabling you to uncover if a journey with Kambo is the right one for you
• Once your first session is booked in, you will start the journey by completing a specialised questionnaire allowing you to delve into the physical and emotional work you will process during your Kambo sessions
• A one hour zoom consultation will follow, working through all aspects uncovered through your questionnaire. This will include a deep dive into your life history using somatic meditation techniques which enable you to identify and feel in to any deep rooted emotions
  
  The preparation process is a key part of your in person session, it helps direct the intention for your first session when receiving the kmabo medicine. It also helps support you before, during and after the sessions from a position of safety and trust. Follow-up sessions do not require a questionnaire or zoom consultation, this is just prior to the first session.

On the Day – the in person session/ceremony

• Sessions take place from a home clinic in Islington
• You will need to fast for 12 hours prior the ceremony (small amounts of water or herbal teas may be drunk).
• Arrive wearing comfortable layered clothing, and bring with you any items that are special to you or bring a sense of safety or comfort (optional)
• The total duration is typically 2-4 hours with timing unique to the person
• The session will start with a somatic meditation, followed by the application of the Kambo medicine, applied slowly and guided with words and sound
• Following the application the body will likely experience sensations throughout the body as well as purging at different stages. Purging can take different forms including shaking, crying, sweating, burping, vomiting, using the toilet etc, all types of purging is welcome
• Following the purge, the body will enter a relaxed state, where clients tend to have a rejuvenating and restful nap before waking for a light snack to break the fast.

Kambo sessions/ceremonies are offered on a 1-1 basis, at £190. Kambo will work differently each time, often focussing on different areas of the body. It is recommended to have 3 Kambo ceremonies within a 6 week period to see the most from the work you are doing (optional). A saving is available for block purchases (3 sessions at £500)

Group sessions can be available, please enquire for more details.