Andy Johns
Andy Johns

Following
the clues.

Independent researcher, contemplative, and guide supporting others navigating challenging life transitions that commonly involve the end of an identity and so-called spiritually transformative experiences.

Stories of Awakening

A systematic study of 543 first-hand accounts of emergent phenomena, from 485 people, analyzed for patterns in what people experience, what precedes it, how the body changes, and what integration involves.

storiesofawakening.org →

Emergent Phenomenology Research Consortium

The EPRC brings together researchers and clinicians from institutions including Harvard, MIT, Cambridge, and Imperial College London to study spiritual and mystical experiences with scientific methods, without assuming what those experiences ultimately are. Its work aims to give clinicians clear guidance for supporting people through difficult experiences, to learn which practices lead to good outcomes, and to share what it finds openly with healthcare and the public.

theeprc.org →

Integrative Mental Health University

IMHU provides education at the intersection of integrative medicine and mental health, training clinicians, researchers, and practitioners to bring whole-person approaches to mental healthcare.

imhu.org →

Heroic Hearts Project

A nonprofit connecting veterans with psychedelic-assisted therapy for PTSD and other service-related trauma, bridging ancient healing traditions with modern trauma science to support those who served.

heroicheartsproject.org →

In the middle of something
and need a guide?

I work with people navigating non-ordinary states of consciousness and the life changes that follow. If you are looking for context, grounding, and someone who has been through this, get in touch.

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