In her interview with MysticMag, Iyanla Bivinet Ashi Au Bari shares how she incorporates the wisdom of Andean Shamanic practices to guide individuals on their journey of transformation and self-discovery.
Her path as a healer began with a profound awakening that led her to explore ancient spiritual traditions, inspired by figures such as Dr. Alberto Villoldo, whose teachings deepened her approach to healing. Through a unique blend of Q’ero and Aymaran teachings, Sacred Divination, and personalized energy work, Iyanla helps clients release ancestral burdens, karmic conflicts, and heavy energy.
Her compassionate approach fosters not only energetic clearing but also personal awakening, as clients reconnect with their true selves and life purpose.
What inspired you to incorporate Andean Shamanic practices into your healing work?
It all began with an awakening, a spark that ignited about a year before I signed up for the Four Winds Healing the Light Body School. I remember watching *The Lord of the Rings* and thinking to myself, “Tolkien must have had profound insights to create this.” This realisation led me to explore Paganism and green witchcraft, delving into ancient wisdom and nature-based practices.
One day, my husband received a book titled *Shaman, Healer, Sage* by Dr. Alberto Villoldo. He was deeply moved by it, so I read it as well. We were so inspired that we attended a talk by Dr. Villoldo in London, and at that moment, everything clicked. We knew this path was for us, and together, we committed to three years of training under his guidance.
How do the teachings of Dr. Alberto Villoldo influence your approach to healing?
I am endlessly grateful to Dr. Alberto Villoldo for his teachings, as they set me on a transformative path of healing. Over time, I felt drawn to seek out other Andean indigenous teachers, eager to learn the pure, unaltered traditions and practices of this wisdom. Now, I have the privilege of sharing a blend of both Q’ero (the Mountain Shamans) and Aymaran (the Priestesses of Lake Titicaca) teachings, honoring the depth of both lineages in my work.
Can you explain the role of Sacred Divination in your healing process?
Sacred Divination is an essential aspect of my work, particularly when performing a House or Land Healing. Through this process, I uncover the underlying energies or disturbances affecting a client’s home or land, allowing me to understand and prepare for what I may encounter during the clearing.
Divination also serves as a powerful tool to reveal hidden issues within a client, especially in cases where they have no memory of past experiences that may be impacting them. At times, I use divination to connect with my lineage of Euame Esuake, the Sacred Divine Mothers, drawing on their wisdom and guidance.
How does your work address deep-rooted issues like ancestral curses or karmic conflicts?
My work involves peeling back the layers to reveal the true source of a client’s challenges, beyond the initial issue they present. For example, a client might come to me with relationship difficulties, but this often stems from deeper origins—perhaps a pattern rooted in their relationship with their mother or father, or an inherited miasma passed down through ancestral DNA.
Through a layered approach, I address these deeper causes: energetically confronting significant figures from their past, clearing the hucha (heavy energy) obstructing their well-being, and potentially performing soul retrieval to reintegrate dissociated parts of the self. Each client’s journey is unique, often requiring 4-6 sessions, as the soul’s work is delicate and deserves careful attention.
Karmic issues, in particular, are sacred and require a ceremonial approach, where I work directly with the Lords of Karma to resolve and release these bonds. A special cleansing bath is then given to complete the process, honoring the sacred journey of healing.
What are the benefits of the Munay Ki rites for individuals seeking transformation?
Transformation is a gradual and profound process, essential to the awakening each individual undergoes. The Munay Ki Rites beautifully support a person’s journey through Andean Shamanism. These rites are like seeds planted within the client’s energy field, transmitted from me to them, offering gentle yet powerful initiations. The slower these rites are given, the better, allowing the client the necessary time to fully process, integrate, and understand the depth and importance of each one.
In today’s world, too many sacred practices are shared without a true understanding of their meaning or potential impact on the receiver. I feel strongly that a client’s transformation—whether through healing sessions or the Munay Ki Rites—should be carefully monitored and supported by the shaman, ensuring that each step is held with intention and respect for its profound effect on the soul’s journey.
How do you tailor your healing sessions to meet the unique needs of each client?
Each client brings unique issues and traumas, which is why the initial consultation is so crucial. This first step allows me to deeply understand their specific needs, whether they’re dealing with relationship challenges, soul loss from past trauma, fertility concerns, or energetic attachments draining their life force. Based on our discussion, each client receives a tailored energetic healing “prescription,” designed to clear, heal, or remove any unwanted hucha, or heavy energy.
In the Andean traditions of the Paqos and Priestesses, we recognize two primary types of energy. Hucha, the dense, heavy energy, is created solely by humans—stemming from thought patterns, actions, or negative experiences. In contrast, Sami is the light, pure energy that flows from the Cosmos and is infused into all of Nature. Through this work, I guide clients in releasing hucha and aligning with the revitalizing flow of Sami, supporting their healing and transformation at a deep, energetic level.
Alongside healing, I am deeply invested in supporting each client’s awakening process. This journey goes beyond clearing heavy energies; it involves guiding them toward a deeper understanding of themselves, their purpose, and the spiritual insights that emerge through this work. By addressing both the energetic and the spiritual aspects of their path, I help them navigate their awakening with clarity and alignment, fostering lasting transformation on every level.
Find out more at: www.aynishamanichealing.eu & www.pathofpurityschool.com
She also wrote two books: Living Shamanism, Unveiling the Mystery & The Sacred Divine Mothers Iyami, and Revered Counsel & Keepers of Ancient Wisdom.
