Hello, I’m Yelena

I care deeply about people and the planet. As a herbalist and psychedelic practitioner, I have an ever-deepening connection to plant medicines and support others to develop their own relationships with these ancient medicines. I’ve witnessed time and again how working intentionally with plants can be a potent catalyst for personal and societal transformation. The foundations of my practice include training as a psychedelic guide in Oaxaca, Mexico, my training as herbalist, and a Jikiden Reiki certification. 

A core value in my work is that healing requires slowing down. In our busy world, with its focus on quick fixes, this can be challenging. But the truth is that genuine healing and transformation happen gradually; there are no shortcuts or silver bullets. Working intentionally with plant medicines requires patience, curiosity, and commitment. But the rewards are profound.

Before dedicating myself to working with plants, I channeled my care for people and the earth into public service. I studied a Master of Public Policy at Oxford, International Relations at Brown University and worked in government, advocacy, and public sector consulting.

I’m of West African + North American heritage and was raised in the tiny kingdom of eSwatini. I am based in Sydney, Australia but also work in the United Kingdom and the United States, as well as remotely.