Iboga is an African based plant holding multi-faceted medicinal properties including the psychedelic medicine ibogaine. This medicine is being shown to be effective in the treatment of numerous mental health disorders including PTSD, addiction, and depression.

Chor Boogie is an ordained Nganga and traditionally trained Iboga facilitator with over 10 years' experience with the Bwiti Iboga medicine. He is one of the founders of Soul Centro, artist, and facilitator of healing ceremonies at the center.

Follow Chor at www.chorboogie.com or on Instagram @gnyangou

Elizabeth Bast is a traditionally trained Iboga provider and trauma informed yogi. She has over 30 years of yoga experience and 10 years of Iboga facilitation experience. She is a founder of Soul Centro, treatment facilitator, and advocate for the use of Iboga medicine.

Follow Elizabeth at www.ebast.net or on Instagram @enectarbast

To learn more about the work of Soul Centro follow them on Instagram @soulcentro_retreats or their website at www.soulcentro.com

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