Practitioner Spotlight: Leon Campise — Prioritizing Integration with Psychedelics Use
We are excited to introduce Leon Campise, a dedicated facilitator of psychedelic integration circles for Ren Wellbeing.
Leon brings a unique blend of personal experience, spiritual insight, and professional expertise to his work, guiding individuals through their journeys with sacred medicines.
Leon's Journey to Psychedelic Integration
Leon’s professional career began in the tech industry, where he excelled as an entrepreneur. Despite his success, he faced a prolonged battle with depression, which reached a critical point about ten years ago. This period, which Leon describes as his "Dark Night of the Soul," marked the beginning of his transformative journey with sacred medicines.
Discovering Sacred Medicines
Leon’s introduction to psychedelics began with an ayahuasca ceremony led by a Colombian shaman in Mexico.
Raised Catholic but leaning towards agnosticism or atheism, Leon had a profound spiritual experience during the ceremony that reconnected him with his heart and changed the course of his life. This experience sparked his healing journey, during which he encountered various sacred medicines and protocols optimized for treating depression and PTSD.
From Healing to Facilitating
As Leon progressed in his healing journey, he began to support others in their own paths. By 2016, he started facilitating sessions in the protocols he had learned, and a few years later, he expanded his support to include psychedelic integration circles.
These circles provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for individuals to process and integrate their psychedelic experiences, whether they are seasoned practitioners or curious beginners.
The Importance of Integration
Leon emphasizes the critical role of integration in psychedelic healing. Many people engage with psychedelics without adequate support, which can lead to confusion or difficulty processing profound experiences.
Integration circles help individuals make sense of their journeys, offering guidance and support to navigate the sometimes challenging insights that emerge during psychedelic sessions.
Sessions at Ren Wellbeing
Psychedelic Integration Circles
In Leon’s Psychedelic Integration Circles, participants are encouraged to share their experiences and concerns related to their psychedelic journeys.
Each session begins with introductions, followed by a discussion of any pressing topics or recent experiences with psychedelics.
Leon guides the conversation, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to speak and receive support. These sessions provide a communal space for reflection, healing, and growth.
Benefits of Psychedelic Integration
Leon’s integration circles offer numerous benefits, including:
Emotional Support: Providing a safe space to discuss and process challenging or profound experiences.
Guidance and Clarity: Helping individuals understand and integrate the insights gained from their journeys.
Community Connection: Building a supportive network of individuals on similar paths of healing and discovery.
Spiritual Grounding: Offering a grounded approach to navigating the spiritual dimensions of psychedelic experiences.
The Evolving Landscape of Psychedelic Healing
As society becomes more open to the therapeutic potential of psychedelics, the importance of responsible use and proper integration becomes paramount.
Leon's work contributes to the ongoing destigmatization and demystification of psychedelics, highlighting their potential as powerful tools for healing and personal growth.
Work with Leon
Leon’s dedication to psychedelic integration and healing makes him a valuable practitioner at Ren Wellbeing. His personal journey and professional expertise provide a compassionate and insightful approach to supporting individuals through their transformative experiences with sacred medicines.
Join Leon in his psychedelic integration circles to explore the potential of these powerful healing modalities and to receive the support needed to navigate your own journey with clarity and confidence.
Ren Membership: You can find Leon’s sessions on the Ren Wellbeing calendar here. If you haven't yet, consider getting a membership to access all our sessions and connect with amazing practitioners like Leon. Download our app to see everything we offer and book your sessions today!
Meet the Minds Interview: To learn more about Leon and his journey to becoming a wellness practitioner, watch his full Meet the Minds episode here.
