Find out What our students say about the Therapeutic Shamanism courses
I wondered if the courses would work as well online, but was very pleasantly surprised that, not only does it work extremely well online, but I actually prefer it. The courses are very well organised and presented. Plus, a safe place to learn about and study Shamanism and Shamanic practices.
I’m a therapist who got interested in Shamanism about 7 years ago. It was all a bit murky until I searched ‘Therapeutic Shamanism’ and up popped 3 Ravens College. Since 2021 I’ve been a student at the college and genuinely feel I’ve grown as an individual, in my professional life and as an activist. Would highly recommend this approach and these studies to accompany you in day-to-day life.
The Three Ravens College of Therapeutic Shamanism and Animism founded by Paul Francis, provides a more rich and efficient form of Shamanism than others I’ve given my time to over many years. My practice, therefore, has been utterly transformed, first through reading Paul’s books, then through taking the courses. I’m preparing to take my 5th course in November. This approach takes you far deeper shamanically whilst providing invaluable psychological and emotional support. Rooting into an animist path feels like finally finding home after a long search. Paul is a wise, compassionate, sensitive man who teaches with sparkling clarity, humour, and enthusiasm. I’ve found the Signal community groups and the Three Ravens team to be welcoming and supportive. I’m loving this work. My understanding has grown exponentially and I’ve found a more joyful way of walking through life following these soulful, grounding practices.
What first drew me to the 3R school was its animist message: that we all, humans, animals, plants, rivers and the land itself, sit at one spiritual round table, as kin, with no hierarchy. Learning from Paul Francis has been a relief after so much ungrounded spirituality out there; he brings together many years of experience as a psychotherapist with deep shamanic knowledge, and teaches with clarity, practical guidance and the highest ethical standards. The whole 3R team is made up of truly wonderful people, and I also appreciate my fellow students, with whom we share questions and experiences and learn from each other. I feel deeply grateful.
I can’t believe how lucky I’ve been in finding Three Ravens. It definitely feels like finding the needle in the haystack of ungrounded, unethical and egotistical spiritual practices and teachers. Paul is an incredible, no-nonsense and no-drama teacher and the wisdom he imparts speaks from a lifetime of experience and extensive personal practice. The provision of a space where I can also be surrounded by others who understand my grief about the state of the modern world and the yearning to revive the wisdom and practices we have lost is invaluable. I cannot recommend this college highly enough. My unending gratitude to Paul and the supporting staff.
This is the most complete and grounded shamanic training I’ve come across, and my whole family have benefitted from it, especially my children. It’s great to be able to help loved ones and so humbling how much love and healing is always available through these practices. In this crazy world I find this school to be a beacon of sanity and deep connection.
Since studying with Three Ravens College my practice has flourished and deepened beyond recognition. My journeys are richer and I’m more reflective and grounded as a person. I particularly enjoy the combining of psychotherapy and shamanism and feel a greater sense of connection with all beings on this precious planet. I highly recommend the college for excellent teaching and support.
If you are new to ‘other’ practices, if you are curious, if you are confused, you are in the right place. The First-Steps course was awesome, informative and so welcoming. I could take it at my own pace and revisit it again when I felt guided. Paul and the community are beautiful souls and I highly recommend 3 Ravens College for all.
What draws me to the teaching of Three Ravens College is the invitation to interbeing. What connects me is the depth of meaning and sense of home in animism and shamanism. What keeps me here is the standard of care and integrity by the college and the ongoing invitation to discovery and integration. Much gratitude,
I really enjoyed Paul’s first Soul Retrieval course, he is an excellent teacher as he is not only very knowledgeable and experienced in the work but he has a way of explaining things that make it very easy to understand. I started off just coming to one workshop but was so impressed that I signed up for all three.
