Expand Your Consciousness

Intuitive Coaching | Transformational Ceremonies | Restorative Retreats

You’ve Done Everything Right—So Why Do You Still Feel So Far Away From Yourself?

You’ve built the career. Supported the people you love. Checked every box society handed you. You’ve played the roles—provider, caretaker, leader, doer. And somewhere along the way, you stopped feeling.

You move through life on autopilot. Your smile doesn’t quite reach your eyes. The spark that once made you feel alive has dimmed into something you can’t quite name—just an ache beneath the surface.

You’ve tried the usual routes. Talk therapy. Journaling. Meditation. Maybe even medication. But none of it has touched the heaviness in your chest… the tightness in your throat… the sense that something is missing.

Let me say this clearly: You are not broken. You are simply disconnected. Disconnected from your voice. From your body. From the parts of you that learned to go quiet just to get through the day.

This isn’t about fixing you. It’s about finding you again.

This is about reconnecting to the parts of you that have been overlooked, overworked, and pushed aside in order to keep everything else together.

I know this path. I’ve walked it. After building a life that looked “successful” on the outside, I realized I’d lost connection with the person inside. That’s when I turned toward deeper healing—somatic, sacred, and psychedelic work—and everything began to shift.

Now, I support people of all genders who feel like something’s off, even if they can’t quite explain it. The ones who are high-functioning, but exhausted. Outwardly capable, but inwardly lost. The ones ready to find their way back.

If you’re craving clarity, wholeness, and a grounded sense of self…
If you're tired of numbing and ready to feel again…

Welcome.
This is the beginning of your return.

“Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.” — Carl Jung

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“Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.” — Carl Jung ~

Services

Find yourself again in sacred container designed for reconnection.

You don't have to navigate this awakening alone. Our ceremonies and coaching create a safe space where you can drop the masks you wear for everyone else and connect with others who understand what it's like to lose yourself in service to others.

  • A shared experience of healing, insight, and connection,held in a safe, therapeutic setting. These ceremonies take place in beautiful, intentional spaces and are guided by some of the most experienced and trusted facilitators in the field.

    In 2020, at the height of the pandemic, we began “The Happenings”, a heart-led response to collective grief, isolation, and awakening. What started as a lifeline became a movement. Since then, we’ve sat with over 1,000 souls in ceremony and continue to hold a sacred monthly gathering to support the ongoing unfolding.

    Together, we reflect, release, and explore what’s ready to shift, all within a container designed for deep community integration and support.


  • A customized ceremonial experience created just for you. Whether you’re seeking clarity, healing, or a sense of reconnection, you’ll be met with care, skill, and presence.

  • This is the work that surrounds the journey—and it’s just as important. In intention-setting, we clarify what you’re seeking and why it matters. In integration, we help you make sense of what emerged and translate insights into real, lasting change. This is where transformation takes root—through daily practices, new patterns, and conscious choice.

  • Step away from the noise and into a container designed for depth, connection, and realignment. These immersive experiences are powerhouses of transformation—created with intention, care, and heart. Whether women-only, coed, or focused on deep relational work, each retreat offers the chance to feel, witness, and be witnessed in community. Many leave with lasting friendships, embodied insights, and a renewed sense of what’s possible.


Upcoming Events

The Happening (Co-Ed)

May 17th, June 21st, July 26, August 23rd, 2025

  • Our monthly Brooklyn gatherings continue throughout summer, offering a consistent container for exploration, connection, and community integration.

  • Brooklyn, NY

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Women's Overnight Journey

October 26th, 2025

  • There's something undeniably sacred about women gathering with intention. If you've been before, you know the magic that unfolds when we come together—unfiltered, unarmored, and wide open.

    This overnight journey, co-facilitated by Natasha Royt and hosted in a stunning private home in the Hamptons, is a chance to drop in, reconnect, and remember the power of sisterhood. Expect ceremony, rest, shared meals, laughter, and soul-deep connection.


  • The Hamptons

  • $800/person

Women of Psychedelics

TBD | Panel to be announced

  • An intimate evening exploring the feminine approach to healing

    Join us as we explore what it means to hold space as a woman in a field historically shaped by male voices. This panel features all women facilitators sharing their lived experiences, insights, and wisdom about the unique ways women guide, nurture, and protect within psychedelic work.

    We'll dive into conversations around safety, power dynamics, and the feminine approach to facilitation. Perfect for women who are curious about this work, questioning their own healing journey, or ready to step into their power as guides themselves.

    Whether you're a seasoned guide, aspiring practitioner, or simply curious about reclaiming your feminine wisdom, you are warmly invited to be part of this important dialogue.

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Women Walking The Path

October 10-12th, 2025

  • A Women's Weekend Retreat for Rediscovery, Reflection & Reclamation

    The universe orchestrated my meeting with Briana nearly a year ago at a retreat that catalyzed profound transformation within me. In the sacred space between our shared visions, we birthed this offering—a temple of remembrance that the world is deeply calling for.

    You've spent years showing up for others—now it's time to come home to you. This is a space to exhale, to remember who you are beneath the noise, and to gently meet the parts of yourself that have long waited to be seen, heard, and acknowledged. You haven't missed your moment. You're right on time.

    This is for you if:

    • You feel a fire inside you, just beneath the surface

    • You’re done settling for numbness, disconnection, and shame

    • You’re ready to rise—bold, embodied, and unapologetically turned on

    • You know there’s more to your womanhood than what you’ve been told

    What you can expect:

    • Personalized Spiritual Guidance Using Shamanic Initiations

    • Practical Techniques for Powerful Remembering

    • A Supportive Community of Women

  • A serene, private retreat sanctuary tucked in the beauty of Upstate New York. This luxury Woodstock temple retreat is a sacred space, intentionally curated for deep ceremonial work and sacred deviation. Everything has been thoughtfully provided to support your experience within this consecrated, soul-stirring container. Exact address and travel details will be shared after registration to preserve the sacredness of the space.

  • Investment*

    *Prices are per person.

    *Some rooms offer single or double occupancy.

    *Food provided by a private chef is included in the price.

    Main House – Private Rooms

    • Versailles Room (King + Private Bath)

    • Single occupancy: $3,500

    • Double occupancy (per person): $2,200

    • Stone Room (King + Garden Access)

    • Single occupancy: $3,000

    • Double occupancy (per person): $1,900

    • Queen Temple (Queen + Balcony View)

    • Single occupancy: $2,800

    • Double occupancy (per person): $1,800

    Main House – Shared Bunk Rooms

    (Shared with 5 guests total)

    • Shared Room 1 (Bunk Beds): $1,850 per person

    • Shared Room 2 (Bunk Beds): $1,850 per person

    Airstreams

    • Globetrotter Airstream (Queen Bed)

    • Single occupancy: $2,600

    • Double occupancy (per person): $1,750

    • Bambi Airstream (Full Bed)

    • Single occupancy: $2,400

    • Double occupancy (per person): $1,650

    Tents/Yurts

    • Tent 2 (Single occupancy only): $1,750

    • Tent 3 (Single occupancy only): $1,750

    To Register

    Send your deposit via Zelle @thisplacellc (917) 304-8057 to reserve your spot. Space is intentionally limited to keep this gathering intimate and deeply held.

Psychdelic Atheneum Panel

I was honored to be part of the Psychedelic Atheneum Panel – December 2024, where I joined incredible experts in an insightful discussion on the evolving landscape of psychedelics. We explored the intersection of mental health, science, and personal transformation, sharing perspectives on how these substances shape our understanding of consciousness.

About Alana

Intuitive coach and psychedelic facilitator, Alana Varel, with long wavy brown hair and wearing a black tank top takes a selfie on a sandy beach with driftwood and rocks in the background.

I am a devoted guide and sacred space holder in the world of psychedelic healing, blending ancient practices with an intuitive approach. My journey into psychedelics began in 2015, leading me through profound inner landscapes that redefined my life’s purpose. Following the sale of my successful marketing and public relations business to Vice Media in 2016, I dedicated myself to guiding others on their paths of healing and self-discovery.

Ready to get started?

Ready to get started?

 FAQs

  • This work is for those who are ready for real change—not just insight, but transformation. It’s for the seekers, the ones who’ve done the therapy, read the books, and still feel something unresolved. You may be carrying blocks or old trauma that talk alone hasn’t touched. You’re curious, open, and willing to meet yourself in new ways. This is not surface-level work—it’s for those who are ready to engage fully, to explore beyond the mind, and to integrate new ways of being into their lives.


  • My journey into facilitation came from my own transformative experiences and a deep calling to support others on their path. I’ve seen firsthand how intentional journeys can create lasting change, and my role is to hold space, provide guidance, and help integrate these experiences into everyday life.

  • Psychedelics aren’t for everyone, and it’s important to approach them with curiosity, intention, and responsibility. If you’re feeling called to explore, consider your emotional state, support system, and whether you’re in a place to process deep insights. A guide or integration coach can help you navigate this decision.

  • Psychedelics can surface deep emotions, but they typically reveal what you’re ready to process. If you’re nervous about what might come up, working with a guide, preparing properly, and having support in place can help you navigate the experience with ease.

  • Not all journeys involve visuals or profound realizations in the moment. Sometimes, the insights come afterward in the form of subtle shifts in perception, emotions, or behaviors. Trust that the experience is working, even if it doesn’t feel dramatic in the moment.

  • That fear is completely valid—and honestly, it's a sign that you care deeply about your inner world. This work isn’t about pushing you past your limits or forcing anything. We move at a pace that honors your nervous system and your readiness. You’ll be supported with grounding tools, preparation, and integration every step of the way. It's not about control—it's about safety, curiosity, and consent. Whatever arises, we meet it together with compassion, not pressure.

  • You're not alone. Many people carry fear or hesitation from past experiences. In this space, we take great care to work with your history—not against it. Before any deep work begins, we spend time understanding what happened, what support was missing, and what you need to feel safe this time. Your boundaries will be respected, and you’ll never be rushed. Integration, preparation, and emotional safety are the foundation of everything we do.

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“Working with Alana has been a deeply supportive experience.” - Jacyn

“Working with Alana has been a deeply supportive experience.” - Jacyn

"Psychedelics are a vital piece of my healing puzzle, complementing my deep inner work and therapy." - Jacyn

"Psychedelics are a vital piece of my healing puzzle, complementing my deep inner work and therapy." - Jacyn

“Alana has provided the most clean, healthiest and nurturing psychedelic experience I have had to date.” - Claudia

“Alana has provided the most clean, healthiest and nurturing psychedelic experience I have had to date.” - Claudia