Does HSI involve soul retrieval, shamanic extraction, divination or other traditional healing methods commonly used in shamanic work?
During the course of an HSI session, it is not uncommon for experiences of soul recovery, and extraction of negative/toxic energies and intrusions to occur. Sometimes these can be spontaneous experiences or can be experienced over an extended time frame both during and between sessions. An increased capacity for seeking and receiving knowledge and insights from higher sources (the spirit world) is also quite common and is general seen as a natural outcome of doing this kind of work. The primary differences in HSI and traditional shamanic methods are the intention of the client and the methods employed by the shamanic practitioner. For example, in a typical soul retrieval session, as described by Sandra Ingerman and others, the shamanic practitioner will journey on behalf of the client to locate and bring back (retrieve) the lost soul parts of the client. The dramatic effectiveness of this method is well documented. However, HSI approaches the issue of soul loss somewhat differently and
