Welcome to Wind and Raven, a haven for spiritual transformation rooted in grit, survival, and soulful truth. This work is not for the spiritually bypassing or the casually curious. It is healing for those who have stood at the edge—ready to pull meaning from the ashes and walk a new path, barefoot and brave.
We blend ancient ritual with lived experience, energetic work with real-life change. Whether you are navigating addiction, soul fragmentation, chronic illness, or spiritual awakening, you are not alone. You are not broken. You are standing at a threshold. Welcome to trauma-informed shamanic counseling and soul retrieval.
Quick note in these times: I am Steve R. Patterson and do not call myself a shaman—nor do I claim to be. Shamanism is larger than one person or title. I do not fit the label as it is often used. I walk a personal path rooted in old ways, not New Age gloss. It is not all love and light. I have gone deep into the shadow to find what is real. For me, shamanism means listening to nature, to self, to spirit. It is not performance—it is practice. It humbles you. It strips the ego. If you are looking for truth, not fantasy, you are in the right place.
I have only worked with teachers who were doing this work before I even had a name for it. Some of them accept the term “shaman” because others have always called them that. One of my teachers—Cristy, who has since passed—used to describe herself simply: “I am the teacher and the taught.” So am I. We miss you, Cristy. I would take my head off again just to step through your door.
Offerings: Shamanic Counseling
Power Retrieval Ritual (1:1 Shamanic Session)
Reconnect with the pieces of yourself lost through trauma, betrayal, addiction, and survival. A live 90-minute session via Zoom, combining intuitive reading, soul retrieval, and post-session integration.
→ $120
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Mini-Group: Restoring the Self (4-Week Series)
A private 4-person container for deep storywork, ritual practice, and symbolic reclamation. Designed for individuals in active recovery or spiritual reawakening. Includes weekly live sessions and a shared group space.
→ $195 | Next start: Thursday, September 4th – 25th
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Why Wind and Raven?
Because the world needs more than coping—it needs remembrance. Of who we were before the sickness. Before the system. Before we forgot how to howl. Wind is movement. Raven is memory. Together, they carry us between worlds.
You do not need a guru. You need someone who has been where you are and made it back with the map.
This work is not licensed by the state—though I do have ten years of clinical experience. That work is separate. This path is licensed by survival, not conformity. It is informed by ritual, shadow, and the long memory of ancestors who knew how to grieve and reclaim what was sacred.
If you feel the pull, do not wait for perfect clarity. Book a session. Ask a question. Begin something sacred.
Warm regards,
Steve Patterson
United States, Mexico, and currently resides in South America, 2025
steve@windandraven.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What is “shamanic counseling for trauma and soul retrieval”?
This work blends ancient ritual, intuitive guidance, and energetic integration to reclaim fragmented parts of self lost through trauma, addiction, or chronic illness. It is not metaphor—it is soul reclamation.
Is this work compatible with therapy or clinical recovery?
Yes. Shamanic counseling complements licensed therapy by addressing healing at the soul level. However, this is not clinical work. For that, visit the broader scope of my practice at Valkyrie Counseling Group.
How does a Power Retrieval Ritual session work?
In a 90-minute live Zoom session, we guide a ritual of intuitive inquiry, soul/power retrieval, and energy realignment. You will receive a written reflection afterward to support your integration.
Who is the Mini‑Group for?
This 4-week container is designed for motivated individuals engaged in active recovery or spiritual awakening. It is ideal for those seeking meaning through myth, ritual, and story-based healing in a close, courageous space.
How do I book, pay, and prepare for a session?
Each offering has its own page. Click “Learn More” or “Join” in the offerings section. Payments are handled securely via Stripe or PayPal, and preparation details will be emailed to you.