What is a Soul Retrieval?
Soul Retrieval is a shamanic healing practice that supports the return and reintegration of soul parts that have become fragmented through life experiences.
Fragmentation can occur during moments of shock, trauma, loss, illness, major surgery, or prolonged stress, as well as through inherited or ancestral experiences that were never fully processed within the family system. At these times, aspects of your soul’s vitality may withdraw as an intelligent survival response, which can leave you feeling empty, disconnected, directionless, tired, or not quite yourself.
In shamanic traditions, this experience is often referred to as soul loss, an intelligent survival response to experiences that were too much to fully process at the time and a soul part fragments in order to stay safe.
In traditional cultures, Soul Retrieval was often carried out within days of a traumatic experience. In modern times, as spiritual and communal healing practices have been 'forgotten', many people come to this work years or even decades later.
In some cases, a Shamanic Power Retrieval may be recommended before a soul retrieval, to help restore personal strength and stability so you feel resourced and 'powered-up' enough to receive your returning soul parts.
You can think of power retrieval as recharging a flat battery so life can begin moving again, while soul retrieval restores the part of you that makes the journey feel truly yours.
This is always assessed on an individual basis. Please reach out to discuss.
A Soul Retrieval supports the return of these lost aspects of vitality, helping to restore inner strength, energy, and a deeper sense of presence. Many people describe feeling more grounded, more alive, and more like themselves again after this work.
Soul Retrieval is often sought when other approaches have helped to a point, yet something deeper still feels out of reach.
Shamanic teacher, author, and leading advocate for the relevance of shamanic healing in modern times, Sandra Ingerman, describes Soul Retrieval as a return to vitality rather than a repair process:
“Soul loss is a loss of vital essence. When soul parts return, people often experience renewed energy, joy, and a sense of being fully alive again.”
At its core, Soul Retrieval is a return to wholeness, restoring the parts of you that fragmented so you could survive, allowing you to live with greater ease, clarity, and connection.
The Effects of Soul Retrieval
The effects of Soul Retrieval vary from person to person. You might notice meaningful changes straight away, or you may experience subtler shifts that unfold gradually over time.
You may feel more present and at home in your body, with clearer thinking and an increased ability to respond rather than react to life. Emotions may feel steadier and easier to navigate, and there is often a renewed sense of connection to yourself, your purpose, and your direction. Many people notice they have increased joy and inner resilience, as well as confidence in setting boundaries and making choices that feel truly aligned.
In some cases, emotions or memories that were previously held may surface and may benefit from gentle attention, integration, support, or further embodied work (such as breathwork).
At its heart, this work supports deeper embodiment, allowing your soul to more fully inhabit your body, your relationships, and your life, supporting a lived sense of presence, authenticity, and ease.
You might imagine this process like a dry sponge being placed back into water, slowly absorbing nourishment and expanding again, restoring vitality where there was once depletion.
Client Love
I had a Soul Retrieval with Fionn and felt at ease from the start. She clearly explained the process, invited my input, and tailored the session to my needs. During the ceremony, I felt safe and relaxed, which allowed me to go deep into the experience.
Afterward, Fionn shared her insights, which deeply resonated, and the follow-up check-in a few days later made me feel genuinely supported. While things are still unfolding, I’ve already noticed meaningful shifts.
I would highly recommend Fionn, with her presence and wisdom as a Shamanic Practitioner. There is a real warmth about Fionn, and I always felt safe to be myself around her. I have already attended a few ceremonies with Fionn and always felt supported, seen, heard, and safe. I am definitely coming back for more!
Monika Knitter
What to expect
1:1 sessions online or in person in West Berkshire
In Person Session:
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We begin our session with exploring what feels missing and your intention for the retrieval.
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I kick off the retrieval with Reiki to bring you into a space of relaxation and I open the space.
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I then journey to retrieve the soul parts that are ready to return, guided by my power animals.
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Once I have retreived your soul parts, they are blown into your heart (or wherever I have been guided to)
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I will then share the wisdom, imagery, and messages from the journey with you. These messages often resonate deeply, sparking powerful "AHA" moments that can be truly transformative!
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We will close with a guided meditation to support integration, imagining you are sponge absorbing your returned soul parts into your entire being, body, heart and mind.
Investment: £122.22 - session last 2 hours.
To experience this powerful and transformative Shamanic Healing, you can book a 1:1 session or get in touch to book.
I understand that everyone's financial situation is different, so please do get in touch if this exchange is not feasible, but you would like to work together.
Fionn Leitch
Shamanic Practitioner & Trauma-Informed Guide
Fionn works as a trauma-aware, consent-led shamanic practitioner, offering Soul Retrieval and shamanic healing held with care, sensitivity, and deep respect for the body’s natural timing. Her work supports gentle restoration, without force or pressure, allowing healing to unfold in its own way.
This work is always guided by consent, readiness, and respect for your nervous system’s pace.
Curious about the roots of this work? Learn more about the foundations of Shamanic Healing (coming soon) and how it supports modern life.
Meet Your Shamanic Guide
"When we restore what has been lost, we remember who we are."
Sandra Ingerman