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Ute’s Story
Born in Germany in 1981, Ute has always been deeply curious about the truth, the human experience, nature, the universe, and the unseen realms. During her teenage years, as she navigated her parents’ separation, she found solace in close friendships and began exploring psychedelics, seeking deeper connections and insights into life’s mysteries. This early curiosity laid the foundation for her lifelong exploration of healing, consciousness, and transformation.
Meaningful Work
Ute’s desire to “help” and “do good” led her to study pedagogy, specializing in supporting children and teenagers with mental, social, and emotional challenges. She worked for five years in a psychiatric hospital in Germany, guiding youth and their families through difficult times. Her passion for meaningful service continued as she became a teacher for mentally disabled children and later worked in therapeutic youth housing, helping young adults reintegrate into life after psychiatric care.
Called by the Plants
As a young adult, Ute’s adventurous spirit drew her to travel the world, seeking new perspectives and experiences. In January 2015, her intuition led her to the Amazon Jungle in Peru, where she volunteered at an Ayahuasca center, working alongside Shipibo healers. This experience marked the beginning of her profound connection to plant medicine and indigenous wisdom. Captivated by the Shipibo tradition, she committed herself fully to this path, participating in hundreds of ceremonies and deepening her practice through Master Plant Dietas—month-long periods of isolation and communion with specific plants guided by Shipibo maestros from the Mahua lineage.
A Bridge
In 2018, Ute founded True-Journey, co-creating Ayahuasca and Masterplant Sama retreats in collaboration with her Shipibo maestros. Her mission is to bridge the wisdom of sacred plants with modern psychological insight, guiding others on their path of self-discovery and healing. She views her role as a bridge between the Western mind and the “rao nete” (medicine world), combining shamanic teachings with a grounded, trauma-informed framework.
In addition to her apprenticeship with the Shipibo healers, Ute has pursued extensive training in psychospiritual and somatic approaches. She is a certified Transformational Recovery and Integration Coach (BeingTrueToYou.com) and completed the Compassionate Inquiry training with Dr. Gabor Maté in 2021. She has studied Interpersonal Neurobiology with Dr. Daniel Siegel and completed an Ancestral Healing course with Thomas Hübl in 2022. Ute regularly engages in Internal Family Systems (IFS) training and has a deep passion for somatic healing practices. She is also a student of the Diamond Approach since 2020, continuously expanding her knowledge and practice.
Exploring Subtle Energies
Before moving to Peru, Ute explored energy healing modalities, completing three courses in Theta Healing, receiving Reiki initiation, and studying Jin Shin Jyutsu, a Japanese healing art. As an Energy Awareness Guide, she loves to explore the layers of subtle energies with others, empowering them to create more consciously, cultivate self-leadership, and live in greater alignment.
Honored to Serve
Ute feels deeply grateful for the unfolding of her journey and is committed to lifelong learning, authenticity, and growth. She is honored to serve the Rooted Expansion Community, offering her unique blend of plant medicine wisdom, therapeutic expertise, and spiritual insight. Through her retreats, coaching, and mentoring, she creates compassionate and transformative spaces where individuals can reclaim their wholeness, expand their awareness, and embrace their full potential.