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Medicinal Use of Tobacco in the Amazon
After years of hard work and dedication, this important book, edited both in Spanish and English, and compiled by Matteo Goretti, has been published: "Sacred Pipes of the Americas. The Art of Smoking and Shamanic Rituals".
It is a monumental work of more than 500 pages, distributed in Argentina by Cúspide, which also includes the article “Sinchi, Sinchi, Negrito: Medicinal Use of Tobacco in the Upper Peruvian Amazon” by Dr. Jacques Mabit adn Dr. Rosa Giove.
We invite you to read the full article, which is available in English on our website.
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Master Plants and Modern Science: Exploring the Therapeutic Potential of Chiric Sanango
In recent years, scientific interest in traditionally used Amazonian medicinal plants has grown significantly, especially in the fields of mental health and addiction recovery.
A recent study conducted at Takiwasi explores the therapeutic potential of Chiric Sanango, a master plant traditionally used by healers in the region. In this new article, we present an accessible synthesis of the most relevant findings from this research.
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Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy and the Sacred:
Between Science and Spirit
Over the past decade, psychedelic-assisted therapy has moved from the margins to the center of global mental-health discussions, with many participants describing these experiences as moments of clarity where real change becomes possible.
This article by Arnaud Montagne explores how modern neuroscience is rediscovering what ancestral traditions have long understood: psychoactive plants may act not only as biochemical tools, but as gateways to meaning, healing, and deeper dimensions of experience.
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Therapeutic Retreats for Military Veterans
and First Responders
Since last year, Takiwasi has been offering a new therapeutic program designed exclusively for military veterans and first responders who face unique challenges, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), grief, insomnia, and traumatic brain injuries. These difficulties often lead to family tensions, social isolation, and even suicidal tendencies.
For 2026, we are proposing two retreats, to be held in June and August. The registration process is now open and available through our website for all interested individuals. Evaluation and accompaniment are provided in English, French, and Spanish. Please help us share this information with veterans and first responders who may be interested in this opportunity.
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Retreats/Diets with Master Plants 2026
These are the dates for our next Master Plants Retreats/Diets for 2026.
• 6 - 18 April
• 11 - 23 May
• 15 - 27 June
• 13 - 25 July
• 17 - 29 August
For more information and to start the registration process please write to: terapia@takiwasi.com
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Ayahuasca and Balance: What Amazonian Cultures Can Teach Us About Health and the Planet
As the world faces an unprecedented climate crisis and a growing epidemic of emotional distress, an ancient Amazonian brew has attracted the interest of modern science. Ayahuasca is now the subject of studies exploring its potential to treat depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders. However, this attention often overlooks a key dimension of its ancestral use.
A brief reflection article by Matteo Politi and David Manuel-Navarrete published in Spanish in Red Salud Planetaria.
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Training in the Takiwasi Therapeutic Model – 2026
Only a few spots remain for the 5th edition of the Training in the Takiwasi Therapeutic Model, which will take place in Spanish from September 28 to October 10, 2026. Health professionals, educators, therapists, and others interested in participating can write to terapia@takiwasi.com for inquiries and registration.
This training includes resources from Amazonian Traditional Medicine and experiential workshops aimed at personal experience, as well as theoretical talks and seminars, offering a balanced and enriching experience on multiple levels.
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Webinar on Chiric Sanango
For those who were unable to attend the live event, we are sharing the YouTube video of last month’s research talk in Spanish, “Master Plants: Chiric Sanango,” featuring Laura Monteagudo, a biochemist and neuroscientist specialized in ethnomedicine, and our Research and Development Manager, Matteo Politi.
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Help us with your donation!
Takiwasi is a pioneering institution in the rehabilitation of people suffering from drug addiction, combining the wisdom of traditional Amazonian medicine with modern therapeutic approaches. For over 30 years, we have witnessed profound transformations in the lives of those seeking to heal their body, mind and soul.
We invite you to be part of this change. With your donation, you are providing people with limited resources with access to a cutting-edge treatment protocol, recognized worldwide and proven effective by scientific studies. Help us continue our research and preserve the ancestral knowledge and medicinal plants of the Amazon.
Every contribution counts: your donation allows us to continue offering hope and healing. Find out how to donate by clicking on the green button below.
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