Bufo Alvarius
Bufo Alvarius refers to the Sonoran Desert toad whose skin secretions contain the psychoactive compound 5‑methoxy‑N,N‑dimethyltryptamine (5‑MeO‑DMT). This naturally occurring molecule produces a very rapid, intense, and relatively short‑lasting shift in consciousness when vaporized and inhaled — entering the blood stream immediately - and shifting reality within seconds and peaking within minutes. Many people describe these experiences as deeply impactful, with profound shifts in self‑perception, a sense of unity or interconnectedness, and meaningful emotional release.
Research and survey data suggest that many individuals who use 5‑MeO‑DMT report strong mystical‑type experiences and psychological insights. This experience also produces moderate‑to‑strong mystical experiences — including feelings of timelessness, awe, and pure awareness — and relatively few reported intense challenging effects.
Because 5‑MeO‑DMT experiences can be very powerful and happen quickly, they are best approached with intentional preparation, trauma‑informed support, and thoughtful integration. A supportive, safe environment and clear integration practices help individuals make sense of what emerged during the experience and helps bring those insights back into their everyday lives in a very grounded and meaningful way.
My Experience & Approach
I began working with Bufo in 2022, and my extensive background in breathwork, somatic practices, and psychology has prepared me to safely and effectively guide others through psychedelic‑assisted experiences. Early on, I began assisting in Bufo and plant medicine ceremonies, which deepened my understanding of non‑ordinary states of consciousness and strengthened my facilitation skills.
In 2024, I traveled to Tulum, Mexico to train with Madhu Anand and the Family of Light, where I received formal initiation and advanced training in working safely and ethically with Kambo, Bufo, and Psilocybin. This ancestral medicine training expanded my connection to earth‑based healing practices and refined my approach to supporting participants who seek these experiences with integrity and care.
Since completing my training, I have facilitated group sessions, private journeys, and retreats, integrating my expertise in breathwork, somatic regulation, and holistic facilitation to support participants before, during, and after their experiences. My work emphasizes nervous system safety, emotional presence, and grounded integration, helping individuals translate profound inner experiences into sustained personal growth.
I offer private experiences here in South Florida for those willing to travel. I also travel across the US and abroad to hold space in ceremonial and therapeutic settings, always followed by integration calls and processing to support long‑term wellbeing.
All sessions begin with a thorough intake process to assess readiness, ensure safety, and align intentions with the medicine and container — because true transformation is rooted in preparation, consent, and care.
Integration & Safety
Integration is the process that happens after the experience, when the insights, emotional release, and shifts in awareness begin to find meaning in everyday life. It’s not just reflection — it’s about translating inner experience into real, lasting change rather than letting lessons fade or remain abstract. True integration helps you process emotions, anchor new perspectives, and build behaviors that align with the insights you’ve gained.
Because experiences with powerful states of consciousness can bring up intense material and re‑organize patterns of thinking and feeling, support in this phase is essential. Integration helps you make sense of what emerged, understand how it relates to who you are now, and apply that awareness in ways that support sustainable growth, emotional balance, and resilience.
In my work, I focus on intentional, trauma‑informed integration support that helps participants reflect on their experience, process emotional and psychological material, and create practical tools and practices that reinforce positive change. This often includes guided reflection, somatic awareness, breath‑based practices, and strategies for embodying insights in everyday life. Integration is where the experience becomes real life — helping you move from a moment of insight to a lasting shift in how you live, relate, and show up in the world.
Interested in a Session?
If you are interested in a session, please fill out the intake form below. From there, we will schedule a call to discuss availability and preparation.
Integration & Safety
Integration is the process that happens after the experience, when the insights, emotional release, and shifts in awareness begin to find meaning in everyday life. It’s not just reflection — it’s about translating inner experience into real, lasting change rather than letting lessons fade or remain abstract. True integration helps you process emotions, anchor new perspectives, and build behaviors that align with the insights you’ve gained.
Because experiences with powerful states of consciousness can bring up intense material and re‑organize patterns of thinking and feeling, support in this phase is essential. Integration helps you make sense of what emerged, understand how it relates to who you are now, and apply that awareness in ways that support sustainable growth, emotional balance, and resilience.
In my work, I focus on intentional, trauma‑informed integration support that helps participants reflect on their experience, process emotional and psychological material, and create practical tools and practices that reinforce positive change. This often includes guided reflection, somatic awareness, breath‑based practices, and strategies for embodying insights in everyday life. Integration is where the experience becomes real life — helping you move from a moment of insight to a lasting shift in how you live, relate, and show up in the world
Interested in a Session?
If you are interested in a sitting with medicine, please fill out the intake form below. From there, we will schedule a call to discuss availability, readiness, and preparation.