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Rythmia is a full-service, short-stay, licensed medical center, specializing in plant-based alternative therapies.
Rythmia is a full-service, short-stay, licensed medical center, specializing in plant-based alternative therapies.
Rythmia's team of ceremony facilitators, instructors, and medical professionals are dedicated to helping our guests on their transformative healing journeys.
Our team is a living example of what it means to blend science and spirit in perfect harmony.
With over 30 ceremony facilitators, 6 breathwork, yoga, and meditation instructors, 5 massage therapists, 3 doctors, 7 nurses, and an EMT, every part of your journey is held by loving, skilled hands.
Rythmia's team of adept practitioners blend ancient wisdom with modern healing modalities. They are dedicated to guiding transformational journeys with expertise, authenticity, and unconditional love.
The team includes intuitive healers and spiritual guides who have cultivated wisdom through decades of dedicated practice, integrating Eastern healing arts and indigenous traditions.
Their diverse backgrounds encompass traditional medicine, bodywork, dance, and personal journeys of healing, all contributing to their ability to facilitate profound experiences and guide individuals toward spiritual awakening and liberation.
Under compassionate leadership, the ceremony team provides sacred spaces and transformational healing with authenticity and reverence, ensuring every guest is seen, supported, and cared for according to their individual needs.
Rythmia features a world-class team of highly skilled and compassionate holistic practitioners, dedicated to guiding guests on their journey of self-discovery and transformation.
The integration team, composed of expert yoga instructors, transformative breathwork facilitators, and deeply insightful meditation teachers, helps guests embrace the depth and power of their medicine journey by consciously activating the universal technology of intention. They support guests in the intention-setting process before their visit, as well as integrating the visions, wisdom, and insight that comes through.
The team also includes trauma-healing experts who are dedicated advocates for plant medicine and psychedelics as powerful tools for transformation, creating a safe space for guests to heal and grow, empowering them to realize their inner strength and limitless potential.
The team at Rythmia is well-staffed with highly qualified and compassionate individuals, including 10 shamans, over 30 ceremony facilitators, 6 breathwork and meditation facilitators, 5 registered massage therapists, 3 doctors, 7 nurses, and an EMT.
For over 25 years, Mitra Politi has served as an intuitive healer and spiritual guide, particularly for those seeking a direct connection to spirit. He is the Spiritual Director at Rythmia Life Enhancement Center in Costa Rica and also holds credentials as a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Certified Acupuncturist, with experience in indigenous Colombian healing methods. Mitra has spent two decades living in an ecological and spiritual community in Costa Rica, where he ran an acupuncture clinic and developed and taught numerous transformational programs. Mitra's first book, "Insights: Steps to Truth," has been praised by notable figures and offers reflections on topics like change, pain, and happiness, providing a guide for mindfulness and spiritual contemplation. Mitra's work, characterized by a humble and heart-centered approach, is gaining wider recognition, including features in documentaries.Mitra considers himself both a teacher and a student of "The Art of Life," offering various courses, workshops, and private coaching. His approach avoids ego-driven spirituality, focusing instead on providing genuine experiences with spirit and its teachings. Known for his commitment, passion, and intuition, Mitra serves as a generous friend and guide to many, helping individuals worldwide to integrate spirituality into their lives and work.
For over 25 years, Mitra Politi has served as an intuitive healer and spiritual guide, particularly for those seeking a direct connection to spirit. He is the Spiritual Director at Rythmia Life Enhancement Center in Costa Rica and also holds credentials as a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Certified Acupuncturist, with experience in indigenous Colombian healing methods. Mitra has spent two decades living in an ecological and spiritual community in Costa Rica, where he ran an acupuncture clinic and developed and taught numerous transformational programs.
Mitra's first book, "Insights: Steps to Truth," has been praised by notable figures and offers reflections on topics like change, pain, and happiness, providing a guide for mindfulness and spiritual contemplation. Mitra's work, characterized by a humble and heart-centered approach, is gaining wider recognition, including features in documentaries.
Mitra considers himself both a teacher and a student of "The Art of Life," offering various courses, workshops, and private coaching. His approach avoids ego-driven spirituality, focusing instead on providing genuine experiences with spirit and its teachings. Known for his commitment, passion, and intuition, Mitra serves as a generous friend and guide to many, helping individuals worldwide to integrate spirituality into their lives and work.
Leonardo is a Lifestyle Engineer, Professional Mentor/Coach, Ancestral Meditation Teacher, and Shamanic Healer. He is also an Ayurvedic Clinical Therapist specializing in Ayurvedic formulations and aromatherapy. A student of Ingano Taitas/Shamans from Amazonian Colombia for the past 12 years, he holds certifications as a Nutrition, Health and Life Coach, specializing in Holistic Nutrition, Detoxification Programs, and Health Recovery. He is also a certified 500 RYT Yoga, Meditation, Yoga Nidra and Breathwork Teacher and Practitioner.Leonardo's additional certifications include Reiki Master/Teacher and Pranic Healing. A follower of Paramahansa Sri Swami Vishwananda, he practices Bhakti Yoga and Atma Kriya Yoga. With 21 years of meditation practice, he shares the technique in the lineage of Paramahansa Yogananda, as instructed by Spirit.
Leonardo is a Lifestyle Engineer, Professional Mentor/Coach, Ancestral Meditation Teacher, and Shamanic Healer. He is also an Ayurvedic Clinical Therapist specializing in Ayurvedic formulations and aromatherapy. A student of Ingano Taitas/Shamans from Amazonian Colombia for the past 12 years, he holds certifications as a Nutrition, Health and Life Coach, specializing in Holistic Nutrition, Detoxification Programs, and Health Recovery. He is also a certified 500 RYT Yoga, Meditation, Yoga Nidra and Breathwork Teacher and Practitioner.
Leonardo's additional certifications include Reiki Master/Teacher and Pranic Healing. A follower of Paramahansa Sri Swami Vishwananda, he practices Bhakti Yoga and Atma Kriya Yoga. With 21 years of meditation practice, he shares the technique in the lineage of Paramahansa Yogananda, as instructed by Spirit.
Growing up in nature as a child created an authentic sense of spirit in me. As an adult I became an actress and later as well an acting teacher and bodywork and dance. Then life was leading me to the medicine and after a while I started to realize that this was just a continuation of studying humanness and spirit. I’m beyond grateful for witnessing Divine evolution in everyone and everything and everywhere.
Growing up in nature as a child created an authentic sense of spirit in me. As an adult I became an actress and later as well an acting teacher and bodywork and dance. Then life was leading me to the medicine and after a while I started to realize that this was just a continuation of studying humanness and spirit. I’m beyond grateful for witnessing Divine evolution in everyone and everything and everywhere.
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I am a 44-year-old Medicine woman from Venezuela, devoted to honoring Mother Earth through ceremonies. I studied Bhakti and Jnana Yoga in India, focusing on self-discovery. As a student of a Taita from Colombia, I follow the path of Ayahuasca. At Rythmia, I guide others on healing journeys with love and respect for all beings.
I am a 44-year-old Medicine woman from Venezuela, devoted to honoring Mother Earth through ceremonies. I studied Bhakti and Jnana Yoga in India, focusing on self-discovery. As a student of a Taita from Colombia, I follow the path of Ayahuasca. At Rythmia, I guide others on healing journeys with love and respect for all beings.
I have a background in Traditional Chinese Medicine and I feel privileged to have answered the call to serve medicine through Rythmia. My spiritual journey led me to study Yagé deeply for the past five years under the guidance of Taita Juanito. This path has enriched my life with wisdom, healing, and purpose.
I have a background in Traditional Chinese Medicine and I feel privileged to have answered the call to serve medicine through Rythmia. My spiritual journey led me to study Yagé deeply for the past five years under the guidance of Taita Juanito. This path has enriched my life with wisdom, healing, and purpose.
I come from the mountains of Guanacaste, where I grew up among humble families and learned the traditional ways of the land. Later, I moved out and studied archaeology, music, and art. I became an artisan in fabric dyeing and a conscious musician, contributing to various art projects.A friend eventually introduced me to the world of Ayahuasca/Yagé, where I discovered this ancestral tradition that supports personal growth. I now work as a facilitator, helping others on this path with respect and kindness.
I come from the mountains of Guanacaste, where I grew up among humble families and learned the traditional ways of the land. Later, I moved out and studied archaeology, music, and art. I became an artisan in fabric dyeing and a conscious musician, contributing to various art projects.
A friend eventually introduced me to the world of Ayahuasca/Yagé, where I discovered this ancestral tradition that supports personal growth. I now work as a facilitator, helping others on this path with respect and kindness.
My healing journey began after a long battle with addiction. Ayahuasca helped me to develop a framework to navigate life in a way that every experience could be seen as a chance to liberate ourselves from suffering. I now guide others toward discovering their own framework for liberation.
My healing journey began after a long battle with addiction. Ayahuasca helped me to develop a framework to navigate life in a way that every experience could be seen as a chance to liberate ourselves from suffering. I now guide others toward discovering their own framework for liberation.
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I was raised in a close-knit family with strong values, surrounded by the natural beauty of the mountains of San José, Costa Rica, where I was born.
My connection with my inner self began in childhood, leading me to explore spirituality. This journey helped me understand that every human being needs to listen to their inner voice and find healing.
For the last seven years, I have been guided by Ayahuasca and my own life experiences. Through God and creation, this has allowed me to serve humanity with love and compassion.
I was raised in a close-knit family with strong values, surrounded by the natural beauty of the mountains of San José, Costa Rica, where I was born.
My connection with my inner self began in childhood, leading me to explore spirituality. This journey helped me understand that every human being needs to listen to their inner voice and find healing.
For the last seven years, I have been guided by Ayahuasca and my own life experiences. Through God and creation, this has allowed me to serve humanity with love and compassion.
Melissa Osorio is a trauma-healing expert, bestselling author, and dedicated advocate for plant medicine and psychedelics as powerful tools for transformation. Her own journey of overcoming extreme adversity fuels her commitment to empower others on their healing paths.
Melissa’s life was profoundly transformed by ayahuasca medicine at Rythmia years ago. She blends personal insight with professional knowledge to create a safe space for guests to heal and grow, empowering them to realize their inner strength and limitless potential. She believes that no one is defined by their past and that every challenge carries the seed of transformation.
Beyond her role at Rythmia, Melissa actively shares her insights through transformational events, podcast interviews, and online psychedelic integration training programs. Her warm, uplifting presence aligns perfectly with Rythmia’s nurturing ethos, ensuring that every guest feels supported, motivated, and prepared to embrace their own life-changing transformation.
When not supporting guests, Melissa embodies the zest for life she encourages in others. Whether exploring new cultures around the world or sharing laughter with her pups, family, and friends, she lives her message of joy and discovery.
Melissa Osorio is a trauma-healing expert, bestselling author, and dedicated advocate for plant medicine and psychedelics as powerful tools for transformation. Her own journey of overcoming extreme adversity fuels her commitment to empower others on their healing paths.
Melissa’s life was profoundly transformed by ayahuasca medicine at Rythmia years ago. She blends personal insight with professional knowledge to create a safe space for guests to heal and grow, empowering them to realize their inner strength and limitless potential. She believes that no one is defined by their past and that every challenge carries the seed of transformation.
Beyond her role at Rythmia, Melissa actively shares her insights through transformational events, podcast interviews, and online psychedelic integration training programs. Her warm, uplifting presence aligns perfectly with Rythmia’s nurturing ethos, ensuring that every guest feels supported, motivated, and prepared to embrace their own life-changing transformation.
When not supporting guests, Melissa embodies the zest for life she encourages in others. Whether exploring new cultures around the world or sharing laughter with her pups, family, and friends, she lives her message of joy and discovery.
For over 25 years, Kim Stanwood Terranova has been an impactful spiritual figure in the United States, and around the world. Kim is an ongoing guest speaker, lead teacher, and recently honored to be appointed to the Board of Directors at the foremost Rythmia Life Advancement Center in Costa Rica. As a powerhouse speaker, thought leader and compassionate counselor, she is committed to guiding people in fulfilling their greatest destiny.Kim is a 3x best-selling author of The Technology of Intention. She was recently recognized by Michael Bernard Beckwith and the Agape International Spiritual Center, with the high honor of Master Practitioner as well as Master Teacher at the Agape University. Kim has immersed herself and given her life to the study and practice of Universal spiritual truth and wisdom, with a degree in spiritual studies, a license as Practitioner of Truth and as a minister of the Agape community. Additionally, Kim is the founder of World As One, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization committed to bringing the principles of peace practiced worldwide.
For over 25 years, Kim Stanwood Terranova has been an impactful spiritual figure in the United States, and around the world. Kim is an ongoing guest speaker, lead teacher, and recently honored to be appointed to the Board of Directors at the foremost Rythmia Life Advancement Center in Costa Rica. As a powerhouse speaker, thought leader and compassionate counselor, she is committed to guiding people in fulfilling their greatest destiny.
Kim is a 3x best-selling author of The Technology of Intention. She was recently recognized by Michael Bernard Beckwith and the Agape International Spiritual Center, with the high honor of Master Practitioner as well as Master Teacher at the Agape University. Kim has immersed herself and given her life to the study and practice of Universal spiritual truth and wisdom, with a degree in spiritual studies, a license as Practitioner of Truth and as a minister of the Agape community.
Additionally, Kim is the founder of World As One, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization committed to bringing the principles of peace practiced worldwide.
John Jacob Mubarak is a passionate advocate for holistic healing and integration through the power of sacred plant medicines, breathwork, psychology, philosophy, science and ancient wisdom teachings to guide individuals towards profound personal and professional growth.As an Agape Licensed Spiritual Practitioner, Elemental Rhythm Breathwork Facilitator, and Lead Facilitator at Rythmia Life Advancement Center in Costa Rica, John Jacob is dedicated to sharing the Sacred Truth Principles of Acceptance, Joy & Oneness. His goal is to empower you to unlock your Infinite potential and discover your interconnectedness with the Divine.In 2008, John Jacob began an extensive study with Reverend Dr. Michael Bernard Beckwith at the Agape International Spiritual Center, where he discovered a vibrant community of like-souled individuals seeking spiritual growth and understanding. Since 2017, John Jacob has worked closely with thousands of clients at the Rythmia Life Advancement Center, where he continues to teach and guide individuals in integrating their powerful experiences with the sacred plant medicines. John Jacob is a strong advocate of the importance of plant medicine integration. Through ancient wisdom with modern techniques, such as yoga, diaphragmatic breathing, prayer and psychology, individuals learn to anchor their experiences and translate them into life-changing shifts in consciousness and profound transformations in their everyday lives.John Jacob loves to lead workshops and retreats that catalyze individual transformation, fostering a harmonious world that thrives for the highest good of all. When he is not at Agape, Rythmia or working with clients, you'll find John Jacob immersed in the enchanting jungles or serene beaches of Costa Rica, embracing the essence of the Pura Vida lifestyle through activities like biking, hiking, and camping.For further details on John Jacob and his upcoming retreats and workshops, please visit his website and follow him on Instagram.
John Jacob Mubarak is a passionate advocate for holistic healing and integration through the power of sacred plant medicines, breathwork, psychology, philosophy, science and ancient wisdom teachings to guide individuals towards profound personal and professional growth.
As an Agape Licensed Spiritual Practitioner, Elemental Rhythm Breathwork Facilitator, and Lead Facilitator at Rythmia Life Advancement Center in Costa Rica, John Jacob is dedicated to sharing the Sacred Truth Principles of Acceptance, Joy & Oneness. His goal is to empower you to unlock your Infinite potential and discover your interconnectedness with the Divine.
In 2008, John Jacob began an extensive study with Reverend Dr. Michael Bernard Beckwith at the Agape International Spiritual Center, where he discovered a vibrant community of like-souled individuals seeking spiritual growth and understanding. Since 2017, John Jacob has worked closely with thousands of clients at the Rythmia Life Advancement Center, where he continues to teach and guide individuals in integrating their powerful experiences with the sacred plant medicines.
John Jacob is a strong advocate of the importance of plant medicine integration. Through ancient wisdom with modern techniques, such as yoga, diaphragmatic breathing, prayer and psychology, individuals learn to anchor their experiences and translate them into life-changing shifts in consciousness and profound transformations in their everyday lives.
John Jacob loves to lead workshops and retreats that catalyze individual transformation, fostering a harmonious world that thrives for the highest good of all. When he is not at Agape, Rythmia or working with clients, you'll find John Jacob immersed in the enchanting jungles or serene beaches of Costa Rica, embracing the essence of the Pura Vida lifestyle through activities like biking, hiking, and camping.
For further details on John Jacob and his upcoming retreats and workshops, please visit his website and follow him on Instagram.
Johnny Messner came as a guest to Rythmia May 2019. An actor for 25 years Johnny had fallen into deep addiction and had lost everything. Willing to do whatever it took he was a guest at Rythmia many times over 3 years. Because of the beautiful healing qualities of the medicine he is now unrecognizable from the man he was! His passion for this work has led his path to becoming a teacher here at Rythmia, by far his greatest accomplishment in his life.
Johnny Messner came as a guest to Rythmia May 2019. An actor for 25 years Johnny had fallen into deep addiction and had lost everything. Willing to do whatever it took he was a guest at Rythmia many times over 3 years. Because of the beautiful healing qualities of the medicine he is now unrecognizable from the man he was! His passion for this work has led his path to becoming a teacher here at Rythmia, by far his greatest accomplishment in his life.
Todd Louer first visited Rythmia in 2019, and the experience with the medicine profoundly transformed his life. Inspired by the many miracles he received as a returning guest, he started leading integration classes in 2023. Drawing on his background in facilitation and public speaking, Todd effectively guides Rythmia's guests. He feels that his life's purpose is realized each and every time a guest experiences a life-altering miracle.
Todd Louer first visited Rythmia in 2019, and the experience with the medicine profoundly transformed his life. Inspired by the many miracles he received as a returning guest, he started leading integration classes in 2023. Drawing on his background in facilitation and public speaking, Todd effectively guides Rythmia's guests. He feels that his life's purpose is realized each and every time a guest experiences a life-altering miracle.