La Loba Healing Circles

La Loba Healing Circles have captured my heart entirely. The program is personalized, ensuring that you are recognized and listened to.

Andra is always willing to go the extra mile for her clients. Her authenticity is reflected not just in what she says, but also in her conduct. When seeking aid, direction, and an encouraging community, Andra is unequivocally the finest choice.

In my opinion, Andra possesses wisdom and benevolence. She possesses a talent for delving into one's thoughts.

I was introduced to Andra's program through an online acquaintance. My lifetime of repeated trauma has left me with severe CPTSD. At first, I hesitated to open up to Andra about my emotions and couldn't even recognize how I was feeling- whether it was happiness, sadness, or anger. My disconnection was so pronounced that I couldn't even tell when I needed to eat, drink, or use the bathroom. I've been under Andra's program for almost a year, and although I'm still a work in progress, I'm significantly better than before. I'm able to recognize when something triggers me, take a step back, and employ the breathing techniques she's taught us. This was impossible to do before. Moreover, I'm starting to pick up on my body's cues and live more consciously in it. This transformation has been life-saving for me, and I appreciate that Andra never judges me whenever I approach her with any problems. Instead, she's always ready to help me find solutions.

Almost a year ago, while browsing Facebook, I came across Andra Benson and her CPTSD program. At that time, I was going through a tough phase, with one trauma following another, and no end in sight. I share this not for sympathy, but to give you a picture of how my life had been over the past year. Nevertheless, as I type this, I have an immense smile on my face. Why, you ask? Because I have finally found peace. I no longer need medication for my stomach or back pain. Instead, the best part is that I no longer harbor suicidal thoughts that have plagued me since second grade. It's a remarkable change, and at that time, something I didn't think was possible. All I wanted was to slow them down. Logically, I can explain everything that's been going on in my life, but emotionally, it's an entirely different story. Most times, I hardly have any organic feelings, except on the rare occasion when I'm overwhelmed with sadness and grief. Through this journey, I realized that Andra's program was the missing piece that has helped me immensely. Somatic therapy has allowed me to learn to control my emotions instead of them controlling me. Since I had a good handle on my analytical side of things, I needed to work on the intuitive side. I had to learn to stop suppressing my emotions and start feeling them. This has been a challenging process since I have become too skilled at hiding how I feel, even from myself. That's not convenient while undergoing Andra's program. The program helps reconnect your mind with your body. I shake uncontrollably at times, which can be quite embarrassing. But, I believe it's a clear indication of how disconnected I have become from my body. Dissociation has become so frequent that I feel disconnected in more ways than one. Andra's program has been a game-changer for me, permanently and in all the right ways. I feel more in-tune with my body, mind, and spirit. It has given me hope for my future, and even though I can't see it, I know it's bright. Throughout my life, I've always taken care of someone, while nobody looked after me. It's been a new experience for me to receive care from Andra and the "sisters" I've met in class. We've formed a sisterhood, and I've never had a support system like this before. It's a great feeling, and I believe everyone can find their family too if they give it a shot. What have you got to lose?