Pathways to Healing and Transformation

At Oregon Peer Alliance, we offer a range of alternative therapies designed to support your healing process—emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Explore our therapies below and discover the transformative potential of each one.

Peer Support

What it is: One-on-one or group support from trained peers who have lived experience with recovery and mental health challenges.
How it helps: Provides empathetic, non-judgmental guidance through shared experiences, helping you navigate personal challenges with someone who understands.

Kambo Medicine

What it is: A traditional Amazonian detox treatment using the secretion of the Giant Monkey Frog to cleanse the body.
How it helps: Kambo supports physical detoxification, boosts the immune system, and releases stored emotional trauma.

Ibogaine Therapy

What it is: A plant-based treatment known for helping with addiction recovery and self-discovery.
How it helps: Ibogaine can interrupt addiction patterns, reduce cravings, and provide deep spiritual insights for personal growth.

Bufo Alvarius

What it is: A powerful psychedelic experience using the secretion of the Bufo Alvarius toad.
How it helps: Promotes profound emotional healing, spiritual awakening, and a deep sense of connection to oneself.

Ketamine-Assisted Therapy

What it is: A guided therapeutic experience using ketamine to address mental health challenges.
How it helps: Ketamine has shown success in treating depression, anxiety, and PTSD, offering relief when other treatments haven’t worked.

NAD+ Therapy

What it is: A natural supplement therapy that helps replenish cellular energy and improve brain function.
How it helps: Boosts mental clarity, reduces brain fog, and promotes overall well-being, particularly during detox or recovery.

Ayahuasca Ceremonies

What it is: A sacred, plant-based psychedelic ceremony traditionally used in the Amazon for spiritual healing.
How it helps: Ayahuasca can help release trauma, promote self-awareness, and provide deep emotional and spiritual healing.

Temazcal (Sweat Lodge)

What it is: A traditional indigenous Mexican steam bath used for cleansing and healing.
How it helps: Detoxifies the body, relieves stress, and fosters emotional release in a sacred, communal environment.

Acupuncture

What it is: An ancient Chinese practice of inserting needles into key points on the body to balance energy.
How it helps: Restores balance, reduces pain, and promotes healing by harmonizing the body’s energy (Qi).

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)

What it is: A holistic approach to healing using herbs, acupuncture, and energy-balancing techniques.
How it helps: Addresses the root causes of physical and emotional imbalances, promoting long-term health and wellness.

Naturopathy

What it is: A holistic practice using natural remedies such as diet, herbal medicine, and lifestyle changes to support health.
How it helps: Encourages the body’s innate ability to heal and supports a healthy lifestyle through personalized natural treatments.

Herbal Medicine (Curanderismo)

What it is: Traditional Mexican healing using native plants and herbs for physical and spiritual wellness.
How it helps: Promotes healing from within using the wisdom of nature and ancestral traditions.

Reiki Energy Healing

What it is: A gentle, hands-on energy healing practice that channels universal energy into the body.
How it helps: Clears blockages in your energy field, promotes relaxation, and supports emotional healing.

Crystal Healing

What it is: The use of crystals placed on or around the body to balance energy and promote healing.
How it helps: Helps restore emotional balance, reduce stress, and amplify personal healing intentions.

Sound Healing (Sound Baths)

What it is: A meditative experience where you are bathed in sound vibrations using gongs, bowls, and chimes.
How it helps: Calms the nervous system, reduces stress, and promotes emotional release through soothing vibrations.

Holotropic Breathwork

What it is: A deep breathing technique designed to create altered states of consciousness for healing and insight.
How it helps: Facilitates emotional release, enhances self-awareness, and promotes personal growth.

Cacao Ceremonies

What it is: A heart-opening ceremony using raw cacao to deepen emotional connection and healing.
How it helps: Promotes emotional release, self-love, and connection with others in a nurturing environment.

Shamanic Healing

What it is: Spiritual healing practices that involve connecting with the spiritual world for guidance and emotional release.
How it helps: Removes energetic blockages, heals past trauma, and offers spiritual guidance for life’s challenges.

Yoga Therapy

What it is: A therapeutic approach to yoga that integrates postures, breathwork, and meditation for healing.
How it helps: Reduces stress, improves flexibility, and supports both physical and mental well-being.

Ayurvedic Therapy

What it is: A holistic approach to health from India, balancing body, mind, and spirit using diet, herbal treatments, and lifestyle adjustments.
How it helps: Aligns your body’s energy (doshas) for optimal health and vitality through personalized, natural healing practices.

Massage Therapy

What it is: Various massage techniques used to promote relaxation, relieve muscle tension, and improve circulation.
How it helps: Reduces stress, eases physical pain, and promotes emotional well-being.

Float Therapy (Sensory Deprivation Tanks)

What it is: A therapy where you float in a saltwater tank for deep relaxation and sensory deprivation.
How it helps: Relieves stress, promotes mental clarity, and allows deep meditation.

Colon Hydrotherapy

What it is: A detoxification process that cleanses the colon by flushing it with water.
How it helps: Supports digestive health, detoxification, and overall wellness by removing toxins from the body.

Find Your Path to Healing

Each of these therapies offers a unique pathway to healing. Whether you’re looking to release trauma, find emotional balance, or reconnect with your spiritual self, Oregon Peer Alliance is here to support your journey. Our experienced facilitators and peer support specialists are dedicated to helping you thrive.

Expanded List of Alternative Healing Modalities 

Energy-based Therapies:

• Reiki

• Healing Touch

• Therapeutic Touch

• Quantum Touch

• Crystal Healing

• Chakra Balancing

• Biofield Therapy

Mind-Body Practices:

• Meditation & Mindfulness

• Guided Imagery

• Hypnotherapy

• Breathwork (Holotropic, Pranayama, Wim Hof Method)

• Yoga (Various forms: Kundalini, Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin, Restorative, Iyengar)

• Tai Chi

• Qigong

• Feldenkrais Method

• Alexander Technique

• EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques / Tapping)

Traditional & Cultural Healing Practices:

• Acupuncture

• Acupressure

• Ayurveda

• Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)

• Tibetan Medicine

• Native American Healing Rituals & Ceremonies

• Shamanic Healing Practices

• Cacao Ceremonies

• Sweat Lodge Ceremonies

• Vision Quests

Herbal & Nutritional Therapies:

• Herbal Medicine & Supplements

• Nutritional Therapy

• Homeopathy

• Aromatherapy & Essential Oils

• Flower Essences (e.g., Bach Remedies)

Physical & Manipulative Therapies:

• Chiropractic Care

• Osteopathy

• Massage Therapy (Swedish, Shiatsu, Thai, Deep Tissue, Craniosacral)

• Reflexology

• Rolfing (Structural Integration)

• Bowen Therapy

Plant & Psychedelic Medicine (subject to state-specific legality):

• Plant Medicine Ceremonies (Ayahuasca, Peyote, San Pedro, Psilocybin Mushrooms)

• Microdosing (Psilocybin, LSD)

• Ketamine-assisted Therapy

• MDMA-assisted Psychotherapy (in clinical settings, currently under FDA trials)

Creative & Expressive Therapies:

• Art Therapy

• Music Therapy

• Dance/Movement Therapy

• Drama Therapy

• Writing and Journaling Therapy

Additional Alternative Approaches:

• Animal-Assisted Therapy

• Equine Therapy

• Hydrotherapy

• Magnet Therapy

• Oxygen Therapy (Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy)

• Salt Therapy (Halotherapy)