My name is Johanna Siskar, born in Peru. I am a teacher of yoga, breath  and meditation, a sound healer, a Global retreat leader, an entheogenic* medicine facilitator, and an empowerment guide.

My journey has been rooted in a deep belief in kindness and the power of personal growth. I have always been drawn to practices that foster healing and transformation, which has shaped my life’s work. I am passionate about helping others connect with their inner strength and spiritual beauty. My approach is holistic, blending ancient practices like pranayama and meditation with modern therapeutic tools to guide others toward balance and empowerment.

 

Some of my relevant certifications, and studies include:

 

• Certified Yoga instructor since January 1999 from the Expanding Light, Ananda Ashram, California.

• Sound Healer by  Sound Healing Academy in 2019.

• Specialize in alignment-focused Yoga instruction influenced by esteemed Iyengar teachers Bob Metzler and Santhanam.

• Certified Life Coach (2022) with a focus on life purpose and happiness discovery.

• Deep exploration into Ayurveda healing and Pranayama practices Sri Lanka (2018,2019,2021).

• Engaged in personal journey exploring psychedelic healing and expanded consciousness began in the summer of 2020 to present day.

• Completed Entheogenic Medicine training program and certification (2024) at the Synaptic Institute In Portland Oregon.  Including 2 psilocybin experiential intensives. The first in Valle de Bravo Mexico psilocybin and DMT (July 2023), and the second in Jamaica on group facilitation (December 2023). Expanding knowledge and skills to responsibly guide individuals in psychedelic experiences for healing and personal growth.

• Accumulating over 50 hours of supervised work during internship in Tepoztlan, Mexico. Ayawasca, preparation of medicine, tinctures, importance of music during an experience, rituals, cultural authenticity and Temascal (February 2024).   

​* Entheogenic meaning psychedelic; Entheogens are psychoactive substances. Psychedelics means mind manifest in Greek.