Author of the book:
A Journey Back Home - How a Plant Medicine from the Amazon Rainforest helped me to recognize who I truly am
Can we truly be certain about the nature of reality?
Ayahuasca, a plant medicine originating in the Amazon rainforest, has been used by Indigenous peoples of South America for centuries as part of their traditional healing and spiritual practices.
After the death of my father, I found myself at a turning point in my life. Having struggled with heightened sensitivity and depression for much of my life, I embarked on a transformative journey to Brazil. There, I heard the call of Ayahuasca and entered a mystical realm that normally remains beyond our everyday perception.
This profound experience became the beginning of my healing and spiritual transformation. Guided by the wisdom of the medicine and the power of nature, I gradually learned to become my own healer and, in the process, rediscovered who I truly was.
Filled with profound gratitude and guided by a vision I received during my first Ayahuasca experience, I later set out on another journey—this time to meet the Indigenous people of the Brazilian rainforest and learn from their ancient traditions and connection with nature.
Through my journey, I began to question many of the assumptions I had previously held about reality and what we believe to be possible. This book is an invitation to explore a deeper perspective on life, to question conventional beliefs, and to remain open to the mysteries that surround us.
Above all, I hope my story can offer spiritual inspiration and encourage a renewed connection with nature. At a time when humanity is increasingly disconnected from the natural world, I believe that learning to listen to its wisdom and respect its power has never been more important.
The book is available on Amazon. For a PDF Version please contact me.
Dorothee Sy, France
"What stands out most is Inga’s intuition and sensitivity to energy. I had previously worked with two other Reiki practitioners, but the effects with Inga have been far more profound and lasting. For the first time, I truly feel that this work can have a meaningful and positive impact on my life. This is something I am deeply grateful for, especially as I navigate a turbulent and emotionally challenging period."
About me
Born in Hamburg, Germany, I studied communications, psychology, and economics in Berlin, where I later completed my doctorate in media economics.
Then a departure into a new world followed: guided by the desire to spend time abroad, I moved in 2010 first to New York City, then to Buenos Aires, and eventually to Brazil. It was here that I answered the call of Ayahuasca.
In 2016, I began working with plant medicines from the Amazon rainforest and developed a deep interest in the culture of indigenous peoples. Having suffered a lifetime of heightened sensitivity and depression, I entered a mystical realm that usually escapes our perception. This magical process initiated my healing and spiritual growth, enabling me not only to become my own healer with the aid of nature, but also to rediscover my true self.
My experiences with these sacred plant medicines transformed me and my life profoundly, shifting the way I perceive reality. My consciousness opened to the magic of nature, and a strong bond with it began to flourish. At the same time, I encountered the universal life force—the divine energy, the Great Spirit—and discovered my ability to work with energies and connect with the spiritual world.
This connection deepened during my several-week stay with the Huni Kuin people in their village in the Amazon rainforest in Acre, Brazil, as well as during my time with the Yawanawá people. With both tribes, I undertook a sacred shamanic diet. With the Huni Kuin, I observed a four-day diet in preparation for the baptism ritual—called Hãpaya in their language—which is considered highly sacred. With the Yawanawá, I observed a four-week sacred shamanic diet (Samakai) to deepen my connection with the spiritual world. During my time with the Huni Kuin, I had the privilege of learning directly from their chief and shaman, Sia Tadeu Huibei, one of their most respected spiritual leaders.
Filled with profound gratitude for my experiences, I wrote a book about my healing journey and my time with the Huni Kuin in their village in the Amazon: A Journey Back Home: How a Plant Medicine from the Amazon Rainforest Helped Me Recognize Who I Truly Am.
In 2025, I finally listened to my calling and chose to put my gift into practice to support others on their selfhealing journeys. I am now a Reiki Level II practitioner and am continuing my training toward the Master level by completing the full Level III program offered by Lisa Powers. This course is internationally accredited by the International Reiki Organization as well as the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork.
In my practice, I integrate Reiki with shamanic methods. Through shamanic journeying, I connect with the spiritual world and my spirit helpers during a session, enhancing the flow of Reiki energy and fostering a deeper, more transformative experience.
