
Shamanism or Shamanic healing is the world's oldest healing tradition. It is a spiritual and medical practice based upon the belief that all healing includes a spiritual dimension.
A shamanic practitioner will use a drum or rattle to access an altered state of consciousness. He or she then journeys to the world of spirits and connects with spirit allies for healing work. These spirits are available to help everyone, and the shaman's role is often to reconnect clients with their helping spirits, restoring their personal power.