Hi, I'm Ismael
and I am excited to embark with you on a journey towards change for the better.Individually and collectively.That said, I am glad to help you putting your desire for change into action. I have done it myself, multiple times.In fact, I am constantly changing, adapting and growing whilst voyaging on the journey of life.
Grof® Breathwork
Together with my team, I organise Grof® Breathwork Retreats in Switzerland, which are led by experienced, certified facilitators from the Grof Legacy Training.
Grof® Breathwork is a unique, powerful, experiential method of self-exploration and psychotherapy developed by Stanislav Grof and his late wife Christina, based on perennial wisdom traditions and the results of modern consciousness research.A combination of simple means: accelerated breathing, evocative music, and energy-releasing bodywork induces deep, holotropic states of consciousness, and the activation of our inner healing capacity, physically, psychologically and spiritually.
Holotropic literally means moving towards wholeness.
Collective Grief Work
Together with my partner Sonja, I am hosting regular collective Grief Circles in Zurich, Switzerland and in selected spaces around the world.
The modern world has privatized grief, leaving many to carry their sorrow in silence—fueling widespread depression and isolation.My partner and I are hosting regular collective Grief Circles because we believe grief is not a burden to bear alone, but a shared experience that connects us.Having spent many years of my life in intentional communities, I’ve witnessed firsthand how collective grief work serves as a foundational tool for community building and what's lacking if we do not have a practice of grief in our community. Regardless of where and how we live.Collective grief work fosters trust, deepens vulnerability, and reminds us that healing is not a solitary journey, but a collective one.
Individual Sessions
For those in the midst of personal transformation— whether awakening to new spiritual insights, grappling with profound shifts, or struggling to weave these experiences into daily life—I offer one-on-one sessions as a sacred space for integration.My unique perspective combines a background in strategy consulting with many years of living, building and growing intentional communities, giving me a deep understanding of both the structured and the soulful.Currently, I am focusing on helping individuals uncover and integrate material from the transpersonal that we reveal with the help of holotropic states of consciousness. My approach is rooted in deep listening, compassionate inquiry, and practical tools. If you have already brought something to the surface and need help with integration, I will happily support you in the process as well.Transformation can be disorienting, and the gap between revelation and embodiment often feels vast.Integration work will help you ground your insights, navigate uncertainty, and align your inner shifts with your outer world, for which I am blending analytical clarity with intuitive depth to support your journey.
Group Facilitation
Beyond individual sessions and on request only, I also facilitate group processes for family members, teams, and communities seeking to deepen their connections and navigate change together.Next to Grof® Breathwork and Collective Grief Work, I help groups foster cohesion, go deeper as a community or family, and create spaces for authentic transformation.Whether it’s fostering a connection, resolving unresolved tensions, enabling open dialogue, or co-creating a shared vision, I tailor my offerings to meet the unique needs of your group.Drawing on my experience in both intentional communities and high-energy work settings, I guide participants through practices that build trust, encourage authentic expression, and transform collective challenges into opportunities for growth and unity.
About me
My name is Ismael and I am a psychonaut, facilitator, and bridge-builder between worlds.My life has been a tapestry woven from diverse threads: born into the spiritual haven of Auroville, India, and raised with the teachings of Tibetan Buddhism in Europe, I was introduced to meditation and mindfulness from a young age. Yet, my journey also led me into the fast-paced, high-pressure world of business, where I spent years navigating the complexities of corporate environments as a strategy consultant.Rooted in spiritual inquiry and educated in modern society—I bring grounded presence and the ability to hold space for a vast variety of settings.After leaving the corporate world in 2021, I dedicated myself to inner growth, healing, and supporting others on their journeys as well as community buildingA significant chapter of my journey has unfolded at Traditional Dream Factory in Portugal, a visionary community and village project. Together, we are pioneering Europe’s first land-based DAO, blending ancient wisdom with cutting-edge governance to create a new blueprint for collective living, stewardship, and regeneration. TDF is more than a place—it’s a living experiment in trust, collaboration, and reimagining how we can co-create with the land and each other.Currently, I am deepening my path through Grof Legacy Training, drawn to the profound potential of holotropic states of consciousness, breathwork, and transpersonal exploration.My work is an invitation to uncover what lies beyond the personal, to integrate these insights, and to embody them in everyday life.
Whether through one-on-one sessions, group processes, or workshops on themes like ageing, dying, and rebirth, I create spaces for trust, vulnerability, and transformation.My background in intentional communities, my years in business, and my commitment to inner work allow me to relate to people from all walks of life—helping you move from fragmentation to wholeness, from isolation to connection, and from coping to thriving.I am here to walk alongside those who are ready to explore the depths of their being and step into a more authentic, connected, and meaningful way of living.
Together with my team, we organise Grof® Breathwork Retreats in Switzerland led by experienced, certified facilitators from the Grof Legacy Training.
Grof® Breathwork is a unique, powerful, experiential method of self-exploration and psychotherapy developed by Stanislav Grof and his late wife Christina, based on perennial wisdom traditions and the results of modern consciousness research.A combination of simple means: accelerated breathing, evocative music, and energy-releasing bodywork induces deep, holotropic states of consciousness, and the activation of our inner healing capacity, physically, psychologically and spiritually. Holotropic literally means moving towards wholeness.
Upcoming Grief Circles 2026
#3 June 27th - The sorrows of the world - Zurich#4 July 18th - What we expected and did not receive - Zurich#5 August 22nd - Ancestral grief and collective wounds - Zurich
Together with my partner Sonja, I am hosting regular collective Grief Circles in Zurich, Switzerland and in selected spaces around the world.The modern world has privatized grief, leaving many to carry their sorrow in silence—fueling widespread depression and isolation.We are hosting regular collective Grief Circles because we believe grief is not a burden to bear alone, but a shared experience that connects us.Having spent many years of my life in intentional communities, I’ve witnessed firsthand how collective grief work serves as a foundational tool for community building and what's lacking if we do not have a practice of grief in our community. Regardless of where and how we live.Collective grief work fosters trust, deepens vulnerability, and reminds us that healing is not a solitary journey, but a collective one.
For those in the midst of personal transformation—whether awakening to new spiritual insights, grappling with profound shifts, or struggling to weave these experiences into daily life—I offer one-on-one sessions as a sacred space for integration.My unique perspective combines a background in strategy consulting with many years of living, building and growing intentional communities, giving me a deep understanding of both the structured and the soulful.Currently, I am focusing on helping individuals uncover and integrate material from the transpersonal that we reveal with the help of holotropic states of consciousness, blending analytical clarity with intuitive depth to support your journey.If you have already brought something to the surface and need help with integration, I will happily support you in the process as well.Transformation can be disorienting, and the gap between revelation and embodiment often feels vast.My approach is rooted in deep listening, compassionate inquiry, and practical tools to help you ground your insights, navigate uncertainty, and align your inner shifts with your outer world.
Beyond individual sessions, I also facilitate group processes for families, teams, and communities seeking to deepen their connections and navigate change together.Next to Grof® Breathwork and Collective Grief Work, I help groups foster cohesion, go deeper as a community or family, and create spaces for authentic transformation.Whether it’s resolving unresolved tensions, fostering open dialogue, or co-creating a shared vision, I tailor my offerings to meet the unique needs of each group.Drawing on my experience in both intentional communities and high-energy work settings, I guide participants through practices that build trust, encourage authentic expression, and transform collective challenges into opportunities for growth and unity.
My name is Ismael and I am a psychonaut, facilitator, and bridge-builder between worlds.My life has been a tapestry woven from diverse threads: born into the spiritual haven of Auroville, India, and raised with the teachings of Tibetan Buddhism in Europe, I was introduced to meditation and mindfulness from a young age.Yet, my journey also led me into the fast-paced, high-pressure world of business, where I spent years navigating the complexities of corporate environments as a strategy consultant.Rooted in spiritual inquiry and educated in modern society—I bring grounded presence and the ability to hold space for a vast variety of settings.After leaving the corporate world in 2021, I dedicated myself to inner growth, healing, and supporting others on their journeys.A significant chapter of my journey has unfolded at Traditional Dream Factory in Portugal, a visionary community and village project. Together, we are pioneering Europe’s first land-based DAO, blending ancient wisdom with cutting-edge governance to create a new blueprint for collective living, stewardship, and regeneration. TDF is more than a place—it’s a living experiment in trust, collaboration, and reimagining how we can co-create with the land and each other.Currently, I am deepening my path through Grof Legacy Training, drawn to the profound potential of holotropic states of consciousness, breathwork, and transpersonal exploration.My work is an invitation to uncover what lies beyond the personal, to integrate these insights, and to embody them in everyday life.
Whether through one-on-one sessions, group processes, or workshops on themes like ageing, dying, and rebirth, I create spaces for trust, vulnerability, and transformation.My background in intentional communities, my years in business, and my commitment to inner work allow me to relate to people from all walks of life—helping them move from fragmentation to wholeness, from isolation to connection, and from coping to thriving.I am here to walk alongside those who are ready to explore the depths of their being and step into a more authentic, connected, and meaningful way of living.
