Compassionate 1:1 preparation, guidance and integration for non-ordinary states of consciousness — in person in Portugal, with online support before and after.
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Three months on, I feel that I am living from a very different place — one of excitement, awe, self-love and belief in what is possible for my future. C., 49 — United Kingdom
You're in the right place if…
Or you're feeling called toward this work for the first time, and you want to approach it with care rather than curiosity alone. Maybe insights came fast and life stayed the same. Wherever you are: these states can open doors, but walking through them — and living what you find — is where real support matters.
How I help
Nothing here is off the shelf. Every element is shaped around you — your history, your rhythm, your intention.
Transformation begins before the journey starts. We take time to understand where you are — emotionally, mentally, energetically — so our work is intentional and grounded from the very first step.
…so you arrive steady, clear on your intention, and genuinely ready.
No two people are the same, and neither is the support I offer. This is a collaborative, intuitive process designed around your goals and your deeper self at every stage.
…so the experience meets you — not a protocol, not a program.
Real change deepens when it's woven into your life. Beyond insight and breakthrough, I guide you to embody what emerges in lasting, practical ways.
…so the insights from your journey actually change your Monday morning.
Before we begin · Online
If you decide you'd like to work with me - whether for regular 1:1 therapy or journey-related work - I'll first ask you to complete a confidential intake form. This helps me understand your history, current circumstances, intentions and what support may be appropriate for you.
We'll then talk through it together before deciding on the next step.
How it works
Preparation and integration happen online, wherever you live. The journey itself takes place in person in Portugal — in a calm, protected setting, away from your everyday life.
We meet online, at your pace. History, intention, safety — the foundation everything else rests on.
Your bespoke 1:1 experience, held in person with full presence, care and experienced support.
In the weeks that follow, we make meaning together — until what you found has a place in your daily life.
Also offered — wherever you are
Not everyone is preparing for a journey — and not every season of life calls for one. Alongside my journey work, I offer ongoing one-to-one therapy sessions online: a steady, confidential space to work through what life is asking of you right now.
Some people come for a handful of sessions around a specific challenge. Others stay for deeper, longer-term work. Some later choose to combine this with preparation or integration. All of these are welcome paths.
Who you'll be working with
I'm a holistic therapist based in Portugal. Over a decade ago I left the corporate world to walk this path myself — first to heal, then to understand, and eventually to guide. I know these territories not just from training, but from countless personal journeys of my own.
I'm a qualified Holistic Counsellor registered with SIAF Italia, a graduate of a Transpersonal & Psychedelic Practitioner program, and trained in trauma-informed care. My work is one-to-one only, always bespoke, and grounded in a simple conviction:
Altered states don't give you wisdom. They amplify the wisdom already inside you.
My role is to help you prepare well, journey safely, and integrate what you find into your everyday life.
Kind words
Shared with permission, in their own words. Names shortened to protect privacy.
"Looking back at where I was three months ago, the change I feel in myself is profound."
Through the different mediums we worked with, I was able to face some big fears — fears that had held me back — let go of past hurts, and begin to forgive myself for parts of my past I had been carrying.
What struck me most was how this work revealed things I thought I had already dealt with; things that other forms of therapy and self-development had not been able to reach. The biggest change has been self-love and self-belief. I have never before felt such a deep love for myself and my journey, or such genuine excitement about my future.
"I'm not normally one for leaving reviews — but on this occasion I felt I had to."
After seeing Asa a few months ago, I can genuinely say it was one of the best things I could have done for myself. For so many years I feel like I've mentally suffered in silence and just carried on. With Asa's help, guidance and understanding, I finally feel like I've turned a corner — learning to look at my life differently, think more positively and understand myself in a way I never really have before.
I would wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone who feels stuck, overwhelmed, or simply needs help finding a different way forward.
"He doesn't come from theory, but from the heart — and from the depth of his own lived experience."
There is a deep sense of safety around Asa. You can feel it comes from his own journey and from supporting many people over the years. Whenever I do inner work in his presence, I know I can let go, turn inward and trust the space he holds.
What I especially appreciate is that he sees preparation, the experience itself and integration as one complete journey. For me, Asa combines a big heart, deep experience and a grounded presence that allows real inner work to happen.
"I felt cared for and safe every single second."
A thousand thanks for this unforgettable experience. They were unforgettable hours that have enriched my life in a lasting way. Your care and warmth, your thoughtfulness and empathy were with me throughout. I'd do it again in a heartbeat — and I hope it wasn't the last time.
Every path is personal — outcomes and experiences differ from person to person.
The first step is simply a conversation
You don’t need to know exactly what you need before getting in touch. If something on this site resonates, send me a short message. I’ll read it personally and reply by email.
If it feels appropriate to explore working together, we can arrange a time to talk. Before beginning either regular 1:1 therapy or journey-related work, I’ll ask you to complete a confidential intake form so I can understand your history, current circumstances, goals and relevant wellbeing considerations.
Not ready to talk yet?
Five questions to sit with before you take your first — or your next — step into expanded states. No booking, no deciding, no becoming anything. Just honesty with yourself, at your own pace.
Inside: what readiness is (and isn't), five reflection questions with space to write, and a checklist for recognising safe support — with me or with anyone else.
Download the free guide (PDF)Free to download.
Questions, answered honestly
No. I work with people at every stage — from those preparing for their very first journey to experienced practitioners seeking deeper integration. The work is shaped entirely around where you are.
I'm a qualified Holistic Counsellor registered with SIAF Italia, with trauma-informed training, and I offer regular 1:1 therapy sessions online. This work is not a replacement for psychiatric or medical treatment — and if clinical care is what you need, I'll tell you honestly.
Therapy, preparation and integration sessions happen online, wherever you are. The 1:1 journey itself takes place in person in Portugal, in a calm, protected setting away from your everyday life.
This is an important question — and one I answer transparently before any work begins, so you have full clarity before deciding whether to proceed.
Every journey is bespoke, so pricing depends on scope and duration; online therapy sessions have a straightforward session rate. If it feels appropriate to work together, I'll explain the relevant pricing before you commit — no surprises, no pressure.
Completely. From the first call onward, everything stays between us.
If you’d like to explore whether working together feels right, the first step is simply to get in touch.
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