A Professional Network of Accredited Shamanic Healers
Shamanic Healers Circle
Professional Shamanic Healing, Accredited Training & Trusted Practitioners
We support safe, ethical, and professionally recognised shamanic healing in the UK. Whether you are looking to find a qualified shamanic practitioner near you or develop your own path as a healer, we provide a trusted framework for training, practice, and community.
A Trusted Professional Body for Shamanic Healing in the UK
The Shamanic Healers Circle is one of the first organisations in the UK dedicated to establishing professional standards in shamanic healing.
We are committed to:
- Setting clear standards for shamanic training and practice
- Supporting safe, ethical, and grounded healing work
- Recognising qualified shamanic practitioners and teachers
- Providing pathways to professional accreditation in shamanic healing
Many of our members are eligible for registration with the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC), offering reassurance for clients seeking safe and accountable care.
Find a Trusted Healer near you
Looking for a trusted shamanic healer near you?
Our registered practitioners meet high standards of training, ethics, and professional care. Each practitioner:
- Is fully insured
- Works within a professional code of conduct
- Offers safe, grounded, and responsible shamanic healing
Find a qualified practitioner you can trust.
Join as a professional Practitioner
If you are a trained shamanic healer, we offer a professional home to support your work, recognition, and development.
Membership includes:
- Accredited professional recognition
- Pathway to CNHC registration
- Access to a supportive peer network
- Ongoing training, events, and supervision
- Insurance options through approved partners
Join a community committed to integrity, professionalism, and the future of shamanic practice in the UK.
Shamanic Training
Interested in becoming a professional shamanic healer?
We work with recognised providers offering accredited shamanic training in the UK, guiding you from foundational practice to advanced healing techniques.
Our training pathways support both spiritual depth and modern professional standards.
Our Approach to Shamanic Healing
We believe shamanic healing is most effective when it is:
- Safe, grounded, and client-focused
- Practised with ethical responsibility and clear boundaries
- Able to complement healthcare and therapeutic work
- Rooted in tradition while aligned with modern professional standards
Testimonials from Our Shamanic Community
✨ “A place to stay connected, feel supported, and reassure clients that high professional standards are upheld.” — Caroline
✨ “A structured, safe and supportive path into recognised shamanic healing practice.” — Hayley
✨ “The training gave me the confidence to begin my healing practice.” — Jude
✨ “A sanctuary for healers — a true community of kindred spirits.” — Kevin
Events calendar
Wednesday 13th May 2026
Shamanic Café
Circle for support, sharing and self-development.
Practitioner Members only.
Online, 7.00pm
Wednesday 17th June 2026
Shamanic Café
Circle for support, sharing and self-development.
Practitioner Members only.
Online, 7.00pm
Accreditation in Shamanic Healing: What It Means and Why It Matters
For thousands of years, shamanic healing has been practiced across cultures as a profound way of restoring balance, insight, and spiritual well‑being. Traditionally, recognition of a healer came through lineage, apprenticeship, or community trust. In today’s world, however, practitioners are increasingly asked to demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and adherence to modern standards of practice. This is where accreditation plays a vital role.
How Shamanic Healing is Accredited
At the Shamanic Healers Circle (SHC), accreditation ensures that practitioners meet agreed professional standards. This involves:
- Structured Training: Completion of a Diploma in Shamanic Healing, or equivalent, through recognised training pathways.
- Ethics and Code of Conduct: Commitment to a professional framework covering client care, safety, confidentiality, and boundaries.
- Insurance and Registration: Holding practitioner insurance and eligibility for voluntary registration with the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC).
- Ongoing Development: Commitment to continuous professional development (CPD) and supervision to maintain competence.
This process is supported through external recognition by UK Healers, helping shamanic practitioners demonstrate both credibility and accountability.
Benefits of Accreditation
Accreditation offers clear advantages, both for practitioners and those who seek their help:
- Safety and Trust: Clients can feel reassured that accredited practitioners follow clear ethical and professional guidelines.
- Professional Recognition: Accreditation provides a framework for being taken seriously within the wider field of complementary and natural healthcare.
- Consistency and Quality: Standards in training and practice ensure a baseline of competence across practitioners.
- Community and Support: Membership provides access to peer networks, ongoing education, and professional resources.
The Trade‑Offs of Accreditation
While accreditation has many benefits, it also comes with considerations:
- Standardisation vs. Diversity: Ancient healing practices are varied and often deeply personal; creating standard frameworks can risk reducing this diversity.
- Spiritual Depth vs. Professional Structure: Some elements of shamanic practice, such as journeying or spiritual connection, cannot be fully measured within formal systems.
- Gatekeeping: Accreditation inevitably defines who is recognised and who is not, which may exclude some authentic traditions or lineages that do not align with modern frameworks.
Finding Balance
Accreditation does not diminish the spirit of shamanic healing, it creates a bridge between ancient wisdom and contemporary expectations of professionalism. By holding to ethical standards while respecting the roots of shamanic practice, accredited healers can serve their communities with integrity, safety, and depth.
At SHC, we believe that accreditation is not about limiting the essence of shamanic healing, but about protecting its integrity in the modern world, ensuring that those who seek healing can do so with confidence, and that practitioners are supported in their sacred work.
