Maria Lolo

Informed by transpersonal therapy, introspective practices, somatics, neuropsychological findings, and nature's wisdom, my practice is guided by insights into the interconnectedness of life, the core need for belonging, the importance of making the unconscious conscious, and the body as a source of joy and wisdom. I accompany people facing mental, emotional, and relational challenges, as well as those in a process of self-discovery. My focus areas include major life transitions, queerness and LGBTQAI+ affirming care, anxiety, relationships and attachment, entheogenic/psychedelic work, and spirituality. By opening a non-judgmental and curious space, we will create a deep understanding of your experience and your system as it stands. We will invite in the resources you already have and develop new ones. Through conversation, introspection, and embodiment practices, I will support you in strengthening your connection to yourself and those around you, and in integrating the different parts that make you whole. A significant part of my work is dedicated to psychedelic preparation and integration, a field I began exploring 10 years ago. Expanded states of consciousness and entheogens/psychedelics are powerful tools for transformation and healing. This work is best seen as a process, with every part affecting the whole, making preparation and integration as important as the experience itself. During preparation, we cover aspects like safety, expectations, and intentions, as well as practices to enhance openness to the experience. Post-experience, we explore and process what arose, integrate insights, and translate them into meaningful changes for your daily life. Currently, most of my offerings are online. I occasionally co-facilitate in-person retreats and workshops. Inspired by my personal experience of the transformative power of groups and our need for community, my intention is to gradually dedicate more time to group offerings.

° Private practice as a psychologist since 2017 ° Research assistant intern at the Research Institute of Child Development and Education, University of Amsterdam (2015 - 2016) ° Worked hand in hand with a family whose son had recently been diagnosed with Rubinstein-Taiby Syndrome. Developing and implementing, together with a team of professionals, a programme to improve his physical, behavioural, social, and emotional development. (2013-2014)

° 3-year Psychedelic Therapy Training, AWE Foundation (2021-2024) ° Chi Nei Tsang massage training, Thai Hand Berlin ° Master of Science in Clinical Neuropsychology, Leiden University (2014-2016) ° 5-year Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Universidad de Salamanca (2007-2012)